Authored By: Matthew Smith and Stephen McKenney Choice of law and forum-selection provisions are common inclusions in all manner of contracts. Most of these provisions rarely register a second thought even in contentious litigation. But what happens when the enforceability of a forum-selection clause differs under the laws of the State in which litigation is filed, from the laws of the...
Authored By: Jennifer Cupples and Jennifer Grieco Michigan attorneys should already know that Michigan Rule of Professional Conduct (“MRPC”) 1.8(h)(1) prohibits a lawyer from making an agreement prospectively limiting the lawyer’s liability to a client for malpractice unless permitted by law and the client is independently represented in making the agreement. But what, if any, effect...
Authored By: Kenneth Neuman and Matthew Smith That Sixth Circuit law favors arbitration is not newsworthy. A string of cases could be unearthed with just a few minutes of research in which federal courts throughout the Sixth Circuit have echoed the strong presumption in favor of arbitration. But there are limits to the presumptions that tilt in favor of arbitration when its...
The Michigan Supreme Court recently issued Administrative Order No. 2020-23, adopting twelve Principles of Professionalism for both lawyers and judges. The Principles of Professionalism were the product of the Professionalism Workgroup that was formed during Jennifer Grieco’s tenure as President of the State Bar of Michigan. The Workgroup, chaired by SBM Past-President Ed...
Altior Law attorney and CPA Kenneth Neuman will serve as a presenter of “Other People’s Money: Financial Issues in Litigation” on February 25, 2021 from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. The seminar is being offered by the Oakland County Business Court and Counsel Committee, and will focus on helping attorneys understand financial statements involved in their client’s litigation in order to...
Altior Law attorney Jennifer Grieco was recently selected to serve as a cooperating attorney with the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan in connection with the November 3, 2020 general election. In this role, Jennifer helped spearhead efforts to ensure local governments were in compliance with legal requirements for registration and access to voting. Of note was Jennifer’s...
Altior Law attorney Stephen McKenney has been appointed to serve as the 2021 District I Chairperson for the State Bar of Michigan’s Character and Fitness Committee. The appointment allows Steve to continue his years of service to the State Bar of Michigan through participation in his character and fitness review process. Altior Law congratulates Steve on this appointment and is proud of his...
Jennifer Grieco, Founder of Peak Law recently recorded two new and powerful episodes of the Black Law Matters podcast. Wayne County Probate Court Judge Terrence Keith relayed the history behind the D. Augustus Straker Bar Association in Oakland County in 1990 as its founder father and the association’s efforts to have the first African American judge appointed to the Oakland County...
Altior Law attorneys Kenneth Neuman and Jennifer Grieco have experienced a substantial increase in their service as mediators and arbitrators. In the lead up to 2021, both Jennifer and Ken recently served as mediators and arbitrators in commercial disputes ranging from tens-of-thousands to tens-of-millions of dollars. In these roles, both Jennifer and Ken have borrowed from...
All five Altior Law attorneys were recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine for their accomplishments and their “excellence in the practice of law.” Kenneth Neuman was recognized as a Top 100 Attorney. He has been recognized by Super Lawyers every year since 2007. Jennifer Grieco was recognized as a Top 100 Attorney and Top 50 Woman Attorney. She has been recognized by...
