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After more than a year of tumult brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, dealmakers are again eyeing a return to normalcy. Dykema and the Association for Corporate Growth’s Detroit chapter canvassed senior executives and M&A professionals to gauge their expectations for deal making under the new administration and congress, and to better understand the impact the pandemic will have on the U.S. economy and M&A in the coming months. The results were compared to Dykema’s 16th Annual M&A Outlook survey, completed in the Autumn of 2020.

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that James Hermon, Detroit-based member in the firm’s Labor & Employment practice group, was selected by Michigan Lawyers Weekly as a “Go To Lawyer” for Employment Law. Hermon’s profile will be featured in Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s special supplement, on Monday, April 26, 2021.

Dykema Intellectual Property Department attorneys Denise Mayfield, Austin-based Member, and Tom Moga, Bloomfield Hills-based Senior Counsel, will each speak at break-out sessions for the Association of University Technology Managers, Inc. (AUTM) 2021 Annual Meeting, on March 15-18, 2021.

Peter Kellett, Dykema’s Chairman Emeritus, was selected as an inductee to the Michigan Lawyers Weekly Hall of Fame. As a member of the Hall of Fame’s Class of 2021, Kellett will be recognized on Tuesday, April 13, 2021, during a virtual recognition program to honor inductees. In addition, a special Hall of Fame supplement will be published in Michigan Lawyers Weekly on April 19, 2021.

Women’s History Month is a time to commemorate, observe, and celebrate the vital role women play. Dykema kicked off Women’s History Month by paying tribute to the firm’s women attorneys who were “Trailblazers in Their Field,” those who helped pave the path for others by mentoring young professionals, and making a difference in their communities. We continue celebrating women by honoring Dykema alumnae who continue to make significant strides in the legal arena and drive their industries.

We are honored to kick off Women’s History Month by reflecting and honoring the extraordinary accomplishments of Dykema women attorneys and their role in shaping our firm and those around them. While each of these extraordinary women are no longer with us, their legacy remains and we honor their triumphs, and the paths they paved that have created limitless potential for others.

Morgan Smith, Dykema's Professional Development Director, was quoted in the Law.com article, “An Unexpected Road to Profits: Corporate Health and Wellness.”

Lance Boldrey, Leader of Dykema’s Cannabis Law Practice, is quoted in the Law360 article “Mich. Pot Regulator Says Scammers Impersonating Officials.”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that a case that the firm handled as defense counsel, Stroud et al. v. Kia Motors America Inc. et al., was named as one of the “Top Defense Verdicts of 2020” in California as recognized by the Daily Journal in its annual Top Verdicts feature. The “2020 Top Verdicts” special report highlights the largest and most significant verdicts in California from 2020.

Elisa Lintemuth, Grand Rapids-based Member in Dykema’s Labor and Employment practice, was quoted in the SHRM article, “New Vaccine Management Solutions Rolled Out.”

Thomas Moga, Bloomfield Hills-based Senior Counsel in Dykema’s Intellectual Property practice group, was quoted in the IPWatchdog article, “The Right Choice: IP Stakeholders Emphasize Practical Experience, Strong IP Advocacy in Next USPTO Head.”

Mark Silverman, Chicago-based co-leader of Dykema’s Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Special Servicer Group and a Member in the Firm’s Financial Industry Group, was quoted in the Bisnow article, “So, About That Distressed-Asset Feeding Frenzy...”

Dykema is proud to announce that the Legal Marketing Association (LMA) has once again recognized the firm’s Business Development and Marketing Department as a first-place winner in five individual categories between the 2020 LMA Midwest and Southwest Region’s Annual Your Honor Awards. Furthermore, the firm also received recognition as an Honorable Mention in an additional Southwest Region Award category.

Alison Ashmore and Cliff Riley, Dallas-based members in Dykema’s Litigation Department, were both named among D Magazine’s “Best Lawyers Under 40.” Ashmore has now been recognized in each of the publication’s four annual listings, while 2021 marks Riley’s first inclusion.

Thomas Moga, Bloomfield Hills-based Senior Counsel in Dykema’s Intellectual Property practice group, was quoted in the SC Magazine article, “Legal resource? Nissan balances competitive and security fallout from source code leak.”

Len Wolfe, Dykema Chairman and CEO, was quoted extensively in The American Lawyer article, “The Crystal Ball Is Cloudy, but Big Law’s New Leaders Are Ready for the Challenge.”

Mel Muskovitz, Ann Arbor-based Senior Counsel in Dykema’s Labor and Employment practice group, was quoted in the Business Insurance article, “Compulsory vaccine programs could create workplace friction.”

John Seppelt, Minneapolis-based Member in Dykema’s Intellectual Property Practice Group, was quoted in the IPWatchdog article, “Wish Upon a Star: Experts Share Their Wildest IP Dreams for 2021.”

Ed Weil and Mark Silverman, Chicago-based co-leaders of Dykema's Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Special Servicer Group, were both quoted in the Asset Securitization Report and National Mortgage News articles “2021 Outlook: Will more CMBS borrowers choose to turn in the keys?”.

Robert Boonin, Ann Arbor and Detroit-based member of Dykema’s Labor & Employment practice group, was quoted in the SHRM article, “Top Employee Handbook Updates for 2021.”

Sean Griffin, Washington, D.C.-based Member in Dykema’s Commercial Litigation practice, was quoted in the LegalTech News article, “Legal Tech’s Predictions for Cybersecurity in 2021.”

Elisa Lintemuth and Mel Muskovitz, Michigan-based attorneys in Dykema’s Labor and Employment Practice Group, were both extensively quoted in the Benefits Pro article, “Covid-19 Vaccination Policies: Legal Guidance for Employers,” which focuses on the content of their webinar “COVID-19 Vaccines: To Mandate or Not to Mandate?”.

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that Jimmy Azadian, Los Angeles-based Member of the Firm’s Appellate Practice Group, was selected for the Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Thriving In Their 40’s” list. Azadian is profiled December 21 issue of the Los Angeles Business Journal.

Marsha Gentner, Washington, D.C.-based senior counsel in Dykema’s Intellectual Property group, was quoted in the Crain’s Cleveland Business article “Complex Process of Indians’ Name Change is Culmination of ‘Generations’ of Word by Native American Groups.”

Michael Gzybowski, Ann Arbor-based Senior Counsel in Dykema’s Intellectual Property Practice Group, was quoted in the Law360 article, “5 Big Developments That Shaped The PTAB In 2020.”

Elisa Lintemuth and Jim Hermon, Michigan-based members in Dykema’s Labor and Employment Practice Group, were quoted in the Bloomberg Law story, “Storage, Dosage Demands Push Employers’ Covid-19 Shots Off Site.”

Marsha Gentner, Washington, D.C.—based senior counsel in Dykema’s Intellectual Property Department, was quoted in the Law360 article, “3 Key Questions As Cleveland MLB Team Mulls New Name.”

Elisa Lintemuth, Grand Rapids-based Member in Dykema’s Labor and Employment Practice Group, was quoted in the Detroit Free Press article, “Yes, Michigan employers can mandate COVID-19 vaccinations – but it could bring problems.” The article was also picked up by USA Today as well.

Elisa Lintemuth, Grand Rapids-based Member in Dykema’s Labor and Employment Practice Group, was quoted in the Crain’s Detroit Business article, “Employers may be able to mandate COVID-19 vaccine, but will they?”.

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that Jin-Kyu Koh, Detroit-based Member and Director of the firm’s Business Services Department, was selected by Michigan Lawyers Weekly for its inaugural “Michigan’s Go To Business Lawyers” listing. Koh’s profile will be featured in Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s special supplement, “Michigan Go-To Lawyers Business Law,” on December 28, 2020.

Sean Griffin, Washington, D.C.-based member in Dykema’s Commercial Litigation Practice Group, was quoted in the LegalTech News article, “Rising Ransomware Attacks Spur Debate Over Whether Cyber Insurance Is to Blame.”

Starting in January 2020, Dykema, a leading national law firm, became involved with The Promise of Justice Initiative’s (PJI) Jim Crow Juries Project aimed at combatting systemic racism. In collaboration with some of the firm’s clients, Dykema is working pro bono with the PJI as co-counsel to address the injustice stemming from Jim Crow laws passed in Louisiana in the 1800s that permitting non-unanimous jury verdicts in criminal matters. According to the PJI, no other law firm has handled more cases for the project than Dykema. 

Dykema is proud to announce that 33 of its attorneys were selected "2020 Top Attorneys” by San Antonio Magazine. The list of all honorees is published in the November 2020 issue of the publication.

Michael Bernard, Detroit-based Member in Dykema’s Corporate Finance Practice Group, was quoted in the Mergermarket article, “Strategic buyers increasingly dangle earnouts to win deals.”

Steve Liedel, Office Managing Member of Dykema’s Lansing office and Member of the Firm’s Government Policy and Practice group, was quoted in the Crain’s Detroit Business article, “How gathering limitations could be Michigan’s next COVID lockdown.”

Justice Phylis Speedlin, San Antonio-based Senior Counsel in Dykema’s Litigation Department, and Zack Beaver, Chicago-based attorney in the firm’s Corporate Finance Practice Group, were each quoted in the Law360 article, “From Military To Law: What Attys Took From Their Service.”

David Palsrok, Lansing-based Government Policy Advisor in Dykema’s Government Policy and Practice group and former Michigan State Representative, spoke on the November 9 MIRS Monday podcast about the results of the 2020 federal and state elections.

Charles LeMoine, Chicago-based Member in Dykema’s Litigation Department, was quoted in the Chicago Daily Herald article, “Waivers not a foolproof fix to play basketball.”

Jeff Gifford, San Antonio-based Member and Leader of Dykema’s Corporate Finance practice group, was quoted in The American Lawyer article,“ Dealmakers Are Optimistic About M&A Next Year.”

Dykema attorney Steven Mroczkowski was recently formally inducted as a member of the Society of Illinois Construction Attorneys (SOICA).

Mark Malven, Bloomfield Hills-based Co-Leader of Dykema’s Mobility and Advanced Transportation Team, and Laura Baucus, Bloomfield Hills-based Leader of the firm’s Original Equipment Supplier client team, were quoted in the Automotive World article, “What are the biggest legal concerns linked to mobility megatrends?”

Kathryn Humphrey, Detroit-based member of Dykema's Products, Class Actions and Professional Liability Practice Group and President of the Federal Community Defender Office (FCDO) for the Eastern District of Michigan, was quoted in the Detroit Legal News article, "Leading role: New FCDO director named for Eastern District of Michigan."

Dykema is proud to announce that Lance Boldrey, Leader of Dykema’s Cannabis Law Practice, was named a 2020 "Trailblazer" for Cannabis Law by The National Law Journal.

Dykema’s Tom Vaughn and Cynde Munzer were quoted in the MiBiz article, “M&A outlook shows ‘surprising level of optimism’ for 2021.”

Dykema attorneys Jimmy Azadian, David Graham, Laura Worsinger and Allison Scott were mentioned in the Law360 article, “Claims Trimmed In Suit Over '100% Natural' Juice Labels,” regarding their role representing Vilore Foods Co. Inc.

Dykema, a leading national law firm, is extremely proud to announce that Dommond Lonnie, Los Angeles-based Director of the firm’s Automotive Industry Group and newly elected Member of the firm's Executive Board Member (term beginning Jan. 1, 2021), and Michael Wippler, former Office Managing Member of Dykema's Los Angeles office and current member of the firm’s Executive Board, were each selected as nominees for the Los Angeles Business Journal’s annual “Leaders in Law” award. Both Lonnie and Wippler will be featured among other nominees in the November 16, 2020, edition of the Los Angeles Business Journal, followed by the November 30, 2020, edition profiling all the finalists and winners. In addition, they are invited to attend the publication’s virtual awards event on Wednesday, November 18, 2020.

Elizabeth Voss, Dallas-based Senior Attorney in Dykema’s Labor and Employment practice, was quoted in the SHRM article, “Here’s What Employers Need to Know About USERRA Leave.”

David Palsrok, Government Policy Advisor in Dykema’s Lansing Office, was listed on the Crain’s Detroit Business guide, “2020 50 Names to Know In Lobbying.” The guide is a selection of professionals representing trade groups, major corporations, law firms, long-established multiclient lobbying firms, sole proprietors and rising stars in the business.

Dan Harkins, San Antonio-based Member and Director of Dykema’s Intellectual Property Department, was quoted in the Bloomberg Law article, “Gorilla Glue Faces Packaging Trial After 11th Cir. Revival.”