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We are thrilled to celebrate our five-year anniversary as a law firm! During this time, we have grown from Tom and Matt working collaboratively but separately in our homes during the start of the COVID pandemic. Now, we have an office of fifteen peop… Read More
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FIRM OBTAINS DISMISSAL OF RICO CLASS ACTION

Schenk & Bruetsch obtained summary judgment in favor of our clients in a federal class action lawsuit making claims against multiple parties under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO). RICO claims are highly complex, and the… Read More
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Client Alert - State’s Paid Sick Leave and Minimum Wage Acts Set to Take Effect on February 21st

Michigan employers should not hold their breath waiting for the Michigan Legislature to have the necessary votes to pass legislation to prevent the Earned Sick Time Act (“ESTA”) and the Michigan Wage Act from going into effect on February 21st. Read More
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Firm Helps Save Family Business

A local business faced an uncertain future after the City of Detroit filed a nuisance lawsuit against it claiming that its building was dangerous, and threatening to take over the property. Read More
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Client Alert - Changes to the State’s Paid Sick Leave and Minimum Wage Requirements

A July 31, 2024 Michigan Supreme Court Decision, Mothering Justice v. Michigan Attorney General, Results in Significant Changes to the State’s Paid Sick Leave and Minimum Wage Requirements. Read More
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Brian Summerfield has been appointed to the Board of Directors of CISV USA

Our esteemed Partner, Brian Summerfield has been appointed to the Board of Directors of CISV USA! 🎉CISA is a non-profit global organization dedicated to educating and inspiring action for a more peaceful world through building inter-cultural frien… Read More
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Schenk & Bruetsch Welcomes Oakland County Executive David Coulter

Schenk & Bruetsch welcomed Oakland County Executive David Coulter to its offices for an event and fundraiser. Coulter met with guests and staff answering questions and discussing his impact and vision for how he plans to continue to move Oakland… Read More
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Schenk & Bruetsch recently saved one of its clients nearly $1 million per year on its property tax bill

2024 Property Tax Assessments Are Being Mailed Now Local assessors are currently sending notices to property owners informing them of the 2024 assessed values of their properties. These assessments will be used to determine your summer and winter tax… Read More
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Schenk & Bruetsch saves client nearly $1 million per year in property taxes.

In 2022, a Schenk & Bruetsch client purchased a large commercial property. After the purchase, the property was assessed with a taxable value of almost $20 million. The property needed significant investment, and the COVID-19 pandemic significant… Read More
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Schenk & Bruetsch PLC Names Employment Lawyer Lindsey R. Johnson Partner

Detroit-based law firm Schenk & Bruetsch PLC is pleased to announce that attorney Lindsey R. Johnson has been named a partner in the firm. Ms. Johnson is an experienced litigator, counselor and advocate who is starting her 20th year practicing la… Read More
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