Southfield Business

Brooks Kushman Announces New Co-Chair of Litigation
Brooks Kushman Announces New Co-Chair of Litigation 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Brooks Kushman is pleased to announce Shareholder Marc Lorelli has recently been appointed to serve as the firm’s new Co-Chair of Litigation. Lorelli has been with Brooks Kushman since 2001, and has been instrumental in building, developing, and growing the firm’s IP litigation team.

“We have nothing but high expectations for Marc,” said President Mark Cantor. “He has done a great job as a Shareholder and every other role he’s held. We’re confident he will continue to serve as a leader and for the group.” read more

Warner Norcross Partners Appointed to State Bar of Michigan Environmental Section Council
Warner Norcross Partners Appointed to State Bar of Michigan Environmental Section Council 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Two partners from Warner Norcross & Judd LLP have been elected to serve on the governing council of the State Bar of Michigan Environmental Section.

Dennis J. Donohue has been selected to serve a two-year term as secretary-treasurer and Steven C. Kohl has been selected to serve a two-year term as a committee member. The Environmental Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan provides education, information, and analysis about environmental concerns through meetings, seminars, public service programs, their website and publication of the Michigan Environmental Law Journal. read more

Cake Crumbs Honors Breast Cancer Strivers and Survivors With Pink Champagne Cake, Cupcakes and Cake Crumbs!
Cake Crumbs Honors Breast Cancer Strivers and Survivors With Pink Champagne Cake, Cupcakes and Cake Crumbs! 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

cake crumbs“Is that a cake?,” exclaims Cake Crumbs’ clients!  Cake Crumbs is honored to help fight breast cancer one sculpted cake at a time.  In addition to her 16 different cupcake flavors that are available every day, this month Pink Champagne is the flavor of the month in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness month.   Chef Renea promises that a portion of the Pink Champagne proceeds will be donated to a local Komen Breast Cancer outreach organization.  Starting today, October 1, 2014, friends, family members and supporters can purchase Pink Champagne cupcakes, cake slices and/or our signature “Twisted Gourmet Pink Champagne Cake.”   read more

Warner Norcross attorney selected as director of Women in Defense
Warner Norcross attorney selected as director of Women in Defense 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Anissa C. Hudy, senior counsel with Warner Norcross & Judd LLP, has been selected as director of events for Women in Defense Michigan.

Hudy will serve a two-year term with the organization, which is a national security organization and an affiliate of the National Defense Industrial Association.  The Women in Defense Michigan strengthens and influences the defense and national security industry by inspiring women, cultivating leadership and growing professional relationships. read more

Coming Together to Make a Difference: Southfield Corporate Relay For Life
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photo 5The American Cancer Society recently held its second-annual Southfield Corporate Relay For Life event at Lawrence Technological University (LTU) to support of the fight against cancer. Local businesses and professionals formed fundraising teams and collectively raised more than $20,000 to benefit the American Cancer Society!

This year’s Relay For Life brought together 12 teams for an afternoon of music, fun and exercise to celebrate those who have overcome cancer, support those who are still fighting the disease and remember those who have lost their battle. The event included speeches from LTU President Dr. Virinder K. Moudgil and Michigan State Trooper Andrew Lambert, who is now cancer free after receiving his diagnosis less than a year ago. read more

Evergreen Atrium Gets Makeover
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Tenants and visitors of Evergreen Atrium are excited by the reinvention of the iconic five-story lobby that gives the building its name. Etkin as Real Estate Solutions recently added a multitude of wonderful features in the space.

The lobby is now home to custom seating, elevators with stone accents, cherry trim and a water fountain. Plants and interior landscaping have also been placed in the space. Additionally, color has been added as well as modern light fixtures, chairs and artwork.

The ceiling of the atrium was treated and now displays clouds that suspend from the ceiling itself. evergreen atrium 2

The results have been incredibly positive. Tenants and visitors are enjoying the homier space and are utilizing all the new features.

Etkin’s team enjoyed updating the atrium and tying the new modern touches to the existing features and woodwork.

“We wanted to set ourselves apart in the market as the newest and freshest building in the area,” Etkin Vice President Josh Suardini said. “We wanted to renovate the Evergreen Atrium in a way that provided current updates that we’ve seen in the marketplace, particularly with color and accents that are non-traditional.”

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Brooks Kushman Continues Growth with Addition of a Patent Litigation Attorney
Brooks Kushman Continues Growth with Addition of a Patent Litigation Attorney 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Brooks Kushman is pleased to announce David Berry is the latest addition to the team. Berry brings 15 years of experience as a practicing intellectual property (IP) attorney and over 10 years of experience as a Professor of Law to the firm.

Berry’s practice will focus on patent litigation and IP law in the business sector. He has represented clients of all sizes in a wide range of industries. He is admitted to practice in Michigan, Massachusetts, U.S. Supreme Court, Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. read more

Plante Moran announces fall 2014 webinar series on broad range of business, international and tax topics
Plante Moran announces fall 2014 webinar series on broad range of business, international and tax topics 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Plante Moran‘s webinar series returns this fall with 13 new online sessions that focus on timely issues facing today’s business leaders. The 13 webinars (many of them will be delivered via video) cover a wide range of pressing topics related to  end-of-year tax planning, technology, health care, ERP and global business services.

There is no charge to participate in the webinars, which are approved for Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credit. The fall webinars include: read more

Brooks Kushman Associate to Discuss Open Source License Compliance at the 2014 Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo
Brooks Kushman Associate to Discuss Open Source License Compliance at the 2014 Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Brooks Kushman Associate Marco Gatti will discuss open source software (OSS) license compliance in the automotive industry at the 2014 Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo on Sept. 16 at 1 p.m. in Novi, Michigan. Gatti’s presentation will provide insights on types of OSS licensing and best practices for staying updated on policies and strategies to maintain compliance.

“It is important to understand exactly which OSS will be included in any product you sell or distribute,” said Gatti. “While the use of OSS provides extensive benefits, it can also become complicated very quickly. Brooks Kushman analyzes embedded modules for open source code, and counsels its clients on how to effectively comply with the licensing terms that apply to that code.” read more

Brooks Kushman Continues Growth with Addition of a New Chemical Associate
Brooks Kushman Continues Growth with Addition of a New Chemical Associate 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

 Brooks Kushman is pleased to welcome Alena Vackova as its newest associate. Her expertise in patent prosecution and patent searching will benefit Brooks Kushman and its clients.

Prior to joining Brooks Kushman, Vackova assisted in all aspects of patent prosecution with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and foreign patent offices as an associate at another Metro-Detroit based intellectual property law firm. In her position, she drafted and prosecuted patent applications in the chemical and mechanical arts for companies in the automotive, chemical, medical diagnostic, and packaging industries. read more

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