Warner is named as a leading Michigan law firm by Chambers USA

 For the 22nd consecutive year, Warner Norcross + Judd LLP has been recognized as one of the leading law firms in Michigan by Chambers USA 2024.  Warner has again been ranked  in the areas of corporate, litigation, and employee benefits and executive compensation. New this year, the firm is among the leaders in insurance.

Six attorneys have been awarded for their work in the areas above. They are Grand Rapids attorneys: Jason L. Byrne, insurance; Michael J. Jones, corporate/mergers and acquisitions; Heidi A. Lyon, employee benefits and executive compensation; Justin W. Stemple, employee benefits and executive compensation; and in Detroit, Mary Jo Larson, employee benefits and executive compensation; and Lisa B. Zimmer, employee benefits and executive compensation

Emily Cantor named a Michigan Go To Lawyer  

Warner Norcross + Judd LLP partner Emily E. Cantor is being recognized as a Michigan Go To Lawyer for cannabis law by Michigan Lawyers Weekly.

She is one of 17 attorneys who will be recognized in a special section of the publication for her work in cannabis law.

In addition to advising clients on cannabis-related transactions and compliance, Cantor assists companies across a variety of industries, including manufacturing, retail and distribution, with a broad range of legal matters that include mergers and acquisitions, liquor license transactions and compliance, contract development and review and corporate governance.

She has been  named to Best Lawyers in America and as a Rising Star by Michigan Super Lawyers.

Cantor is a member of the State Bar of Michigan.

She serves on the board for the Grand Rapids Public Schools Foundation.

She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and a law degree from the U-M Law School.

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