Brooks Kushman Intellectual Property Litigation Attorney Frank A. Angileri Honored as a 2015 “Leader in the Law”https://southfieldcitycentre.com/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150southfieldcc_3ik8d2southfieldcc_3ik8d2https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/924918c89a20804f7f465b4337abecce?s=96&d=mm&r=g
Brooks Kushman Shareholder, Frank A. Angileri, has been named a 2015 “Leader in the Law” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly. Angileri will be recognized along with 30 other honorees at the 2015 Leaders in the Law award ceremony hosted by Michigan Lawyers Weekly on March 26, 2015 in Troy.
“We couldn’t be more thrilled for Frank for his recognition,” said Mark A. Cantor, president, Brooks Kushman. “Frank is a valuable asset to the development of Brooks Kushman and our Post Grant Proceedings practice, where he helps mentor and train upcoming attorneys. This recognition is well-deserved, and will help us continue to contribute to molding the industry’s young professionals.” read more
Durr to Consolidate Area Operations, Invest $40M in Southfield Facilityhttps://southfieldcitycentre.com/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150southfieldcc_3ik8d2southfieldcc_3ik8d2https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/924918c89a20804f7f465b4337abecce?s=96&d=mm&r=g
DBusiness
By: DBusiness Daily News
Durr Systems, a Germany-based engineering company, will invest $40 million in its new home in Southfield, consolidating operations from Auburn Hills, Plymouth, and Wixom into a single location.
The move to a former DTE call center on Northwestern Highway, likely to occur in early 2016, will create 320 jobs while retaining 180 jobs. The company plans to spend $21 million on building renovations and $19 million for an expansion. read more
MIC Customs Solutions Expands Southfield Presencehttps://southfieldcitycentre.com/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150southfieldcc_3ik8d2southfieldcc_3ik8d2https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/924918c89a20804f7f465b4337abecce?s=96&d=mm&r=g
MIC Customs Solutions, headquartered in Southfield’s Travelers Towers, are renewing their lease for several more years and moving into a larger space within the building.
The new space will have a kitchen, an additional office and conference room. Currently the company is located on the 11th floor. The move will be to the 12th floor, increasing square footage by 1,000 feet. read more
$5 million bequest to fund Lawrence Tech engineering scholarshipshttps://southfieldcitycentre.com/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150southfieldcc_3ik8d2southfieldcc_3ik8d2https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/924918c89a20804f7f465b4337abecce?s=96&d=mm&r=g
A bequest that exceeds $5 million will be used to fund full scholarships for engineering students at Lawrence Technological University.
The money comes from a trust established by George and Dorothea G. Mink of Clinton Township. Mrs. Mink died in May 2013, and her husband, a former student, died two months later. They had no children.
The engineering scholarships, funded with the income from the permanent endowment, will be awarded starting with the fall semester in 2016. read more
1-800-LAW-FIRM unveils new green energy as part of PACEhttps://southfieldcitycentre.com/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150southfieldcc_3ik8d2southfieldcc_3ik8d2https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/924918c89a20804f7f465b4337abecce?s=96&d=mm&r=g
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Kayla Dimick
Those driving down the Lodge Freeway in recent weeks might have noticed a few changes to the roof of 1-800-LAW-FIRM.
Thanks to the privately funded Property Assessed Clean Energy project, or PACE, 1-800-LAW-FIRM, located at 26700 Lahser Road, recently debuted new wind turbines, carport and rooftop solar panels, high-efficiency lighting, and electric vehicle charging stations.
In 2012, the Southfield City Council voted to become the first city government to join Lean and Green Michigan, a public-private partnership facilitating economic development, the creation of good jobs and environment improvement.
Southfield’s membership allowed for the adoption of the citywide PACE program, which enables property owners to take on voluntary special assessments in order to finance improvements or construction projects that reduce energy and water use or utilize renewable energy sources, such as geothermal, solar and wind power. read more
LTU Ranked 18th Nationwide for Online Master’s Degree in Engineeringhttps://southfieldcitycentre.com/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150southfieldcc_3ik8d2southfieldcc_3ik8d2https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/924918c89a20804f7f465b4337abecce?s=96&d=mm&r=g
The online graduate school guide Best Master’s Programs has ranked Lawrence Technological University 18th in the top 50 nationwide for online master’s degrees in engineering.
The rankings, which can be viewed at www.bestmastersprograms.org, are based on an equal weight of program quality, as measured by U.S. News & World Report, and estimated program cost.
“Savvy prospective graduate students want to know where to go to get the best bang for their buck, and this ranking effectively evaluates which engineering schools are doing the best job of balancing cost and quality,” said Michelle Rindy, who helped put together the ranking. read more
Plante Moran to host “Move over, culture. Make way for innovation” webinar on Dec. 5https://southfieldcitycentre.com/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150southfieldcc_3ik8d2southfieldcc_3ik8d2https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/924918c89a20804f7f465b4337abecce?s=96&d=mm&r=g
Plante Moran, one of the nation‘s largest certified public accounting and business advisory firms, will host a complimentary webinar titled, “Move over, culture. Make way for innovation” on Friday, Dec. 5. The webinar follows the release of Plant Moran’s fourth annual Innovation Survey on Nov. 10.
According to results compiled from more than 400 Midwest organizations that responded to the 2014 Innovation Survey, the overwhelming majority of whom were C-suite executives in manufacturing or professionals service firms, a strong, positive culture is paramount for successful innovation and increased revenue chiefly because it supports one of the main drivers of innovation: employees.
Expanding on key survey findings, Plante Moran’s Dec. 5 webinar will feature three elite innovator organizations known for their innovation and strong corporate cultures: Detroit-based Henry Ford Health System with CEO Nancy Schlichting; Napoleon, Ohio-based Automatic Feed with CFO Nathan Weaks; and Chicago-based ThoughtWorks with CEO Xia Guo. The three organizations will share best practices with webinar participants to help create a culture empowered to ignite innovation.
About Plante Moran
Celebrating its 90th anniversary in 2014, Plante Moran (www.plantemoran.com) is one of the country’s largest certified public accounting and business advisory firms, providing clients with tax, audit, risk management, financial, technology, business consulting and wealth management services. Plante Moran has 22 offices and a staff of more than 2,000 professionals throughout Michigan, Ohio and Illinois, with international offices in Shanghai; Monterrey, Mexico; and Mumbai, India. Plante Moran has been recognized by a number of organizations, including FORTUNE magazine, as one of the country’s best places to work.
Warner Norcross Recognized as One of the “Cool Places to Work” by Crain’s Detroit Businesshttps://southfieldcitycentre.com/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150southfieldcc_3ik8d2southfieldcc_3ik8d2https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/924918c89a20804f7f465b4337abecce?s=96&d=mm&r=g
Warner Norcross was ranked among large employers for its commitment to work-life balance, workplace flexibility and excellent compensation and benefits package. Recognition on the list was based on several factors includingcommunicating with employees, attracting talent and creating a positive environment. This is the fifth year the firm, which has eight offices in the state, has been included on the Crain’s list.
Crain’s Detroit asked employees to nominate their company back in the spring. Companies receiving the best nominations by their employees were then given the opportunity to complete a survey administered by the American Society of Employers, which was further evaluated.
About Warner Norcross
Warner Norcross & Judd LLP is a corporate law firm with 230 attorneys practicing in eight offices throughout Michigan: Grand Rapids, Holland, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Macomb County, Midland, Muskegon and Southfield. By providing discerning and proactive legal advice, Warner Norcross forges a better partnership with its clients. To learn more, visit www.wnj.com or follow us on twitter @WNJLLP.
Warner Norcross Named One of Top Places to Work by Detroit Free Presshttps://southfieldcitycentre.com/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150southfieldcc_3ik8d2southfieldcc_3ik8d2https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/924918c89a20804f7f465b4337abecce?s=96&d=mm&r=g
The survey ranked Warner Norcross, which has eight offices across Michigan, among the leading mid-size employers in the state. Hundreds of companies were nominated for the award, which evaluated career opportunities, compensation and benefits, management, direction and related areas. This is the sixth year that Warner Norcross has been on the annual list.
Attorneys and staff from each of the firm’s offices were surveyed for the award. They gave Warner Norcross high marks for offering alternative work arrangements, job sharing, telecommuting, flexible schedules and a compensation system that promotes teamwork. The law firm was also noted for its strong commitment to philanthropy.
Warner offices in Southeast and West Michigan have both been honored repeatedly in the 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For.
About Warner Norcross
Warner Norcross & Judd LLP is a corporate law firm with 230 attorneys practicing in eight offices throughout Michigan: Grand Rapids, Holland, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Macomb County, Midland, Muskegon and Southfield. By providing discerning and proactive legal advice, Warner Norcross forges a better partnership with its clients. To learn more, visit www.wnj.com or follow us on twitter @WNJLLP.
Collins Einhorn Farrell PC Welcomes Community to Renovated Space in the Southfield Town Centerhttps://southfieldcitycentre.com/wp-content/themes/movedo/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150southfieldcc_3ik8d2southfieldcc_3ik8d2https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/924918c89a20804f7f465b4337abecce?s=96&d=mm&r=g
Collins Einhorn Farrell PC, a Southfield-based law firm, recently completed some extensive office renovations. To accommodate their rapidly expanding legal staff the firm, located in the 4000 tower of the Town Center, updated their ninth floor office, in addition to adding space on the tenth floor.
The firm specializes in several practice areas professional liability, general liability, insurance, environmental, fire and explosion, employment, workers compensation and appellate.
The 42 attorneys and their clients now enjoy two new entrances, one on each floor, an elevator lobby waiting area featuring a “floating receptionist desk,” new security system/doors, passkey system, in addition to a refinished hallway, four new conference rooms with a large board room and expanded kitchen area.
The focus of these renovations was to exhibit a progressive style that is open and welcoming while maintaining a professional atmosphere. This was achieved through a new open design, use of crisp colors, contemporary artwork and stylish furniture. The community response has been extremely positive and has “wowed” clientele. read more
