Bodman PLC

To our colleagues and friends observing Yom Kippur, Bodman wishes you an easy and meaningful fast. G’mar chatima tova.

Join us in welcoming Grant Semonin to Bodman! Grant has joined our Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution Practice Group in our Grand Rapids office. Grant specializes in complex litigation areas, including municipal, zoning and land use, civil rights, employment, constitutional, commercial, and insurance defense matters. He is licensed to practice law in Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. Welcome Grant! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/etaH53-2

The Michigan Court of Appeals recently upheld the denial of a property tax exemption for church retreat property in Woodside Bible Church v. Township of Forester, COA No. 366944. This ruling reaffirms that property owned by religious societies must be predominately used for religious purposes to qualify for tax exemption. Bodman’s Erica Sarver and Nathan Dupes wrote an article explaining the Court’s ruling which makes clear that religious entities must ensure that the religious services provided at exempt properties are well documented. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ehVQeyBJ

Bodman's David M. Walker, Esq. assisted the Michigan Black Business Alliance on a trip to Atlanta, Georgia to tour Atlanta’s small business ecosystem. This outing was centered around finding ways to duplicate the start-up opportunities that Atlanta provides and using the knowledge gathered to inspire and invigorate Michigan’s start-up industry.   Check out a few photos from the tour below.

Join Bodman’s Holly Hubert and Alex Haney on October 16 as they present “Perks and Pitfalls of Artificial Intelligence” to the Southeast Michigan Chapter of ISM – the Institute for Supply Management. Holly and Alex will provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities AI presents in today’s business landscape. The event is open to all but advance registration is required. Click here to register: https://bit.ly/4gUPINe

Bodman PLC is pleased to announce that for the second year in a row it has been awarded Mansfield Certification Plus status, the highest level of designation in the Mansfield program. The Mansfield framework is a science-backed, data-driven framework aimed at helping participating law firms boost inclusivity, access, and diversity when considering candidates for hiring and leadership opportunities. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ggttUjGC

Bodman wishes a happy and healthy new year to all those celebrating Rosh Hashanah, which begins tonight at sundown!

We were so excited to be a part of Life Remodeled's Six Day Project for another year! TeamBodman got their hands dirty by helping remove blight, trimming overgrown bushes and weeds, mowing yards, picking up trash and debris, and beautifying vacant properties on Detroit’s eastside. We would like to give a special shout out to Alexis Smith-Scott who coordinated Bodman’s involvement as well as the amazing volunteers who took part in the clean-up project! #6DP2024 #TOGETHER

This week, Bodman’s John David Gardiner presented on “Emerging Leaders: Coach, Not Warden” at the Michigan Bankers Association's Rising Leaders Fall Summit in Grand Rapids.   John is part of our Liquor Law, Workplace Law, Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution, and Banking Practice Groups. His presentation covered fostering a winning team and creating a culture for success. 

We are proud to be selected for Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s 2024 DEI Spotlight, a special edition recognizing law firms and organizations that have shown a strong commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the local legal community. Bodman is one of 10 law firms featured in the 2024 DEI Spotlight. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gDdjw6dF