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• Meaghan Clayton Named Influential Women of Law For 2026

  September 29, 2026

  Rhoades McKee is proud to announce that Meaghan Clayton has been recognized by Michigan Lawyers Weekly as an “Influential Women of Law” for 2026. Honorees are recognized for their excellence in the practice of law, leadership within the profession, commitment to mentoring others, and dedication to improving the justice system. Meaghan focuses her practice on […]

• New Michigan Laws Change Requirements for Guardians and Conservators

  September 23, 2026

  On July 23, 2026, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Senate Bills 585 and 586 into law. These Bills took immediate effect.   2026 Public Act 68 (formerly Enrolled Senate Bill No. 585) This Act impacts conservatorships, a legal arrangement in which someone is appointed by the probate court to manage the financial affairs of another. This […]

• Two Rhoades McKee Attorneys Named to Michigan Legal 250 List

  August 24, 2026

  Rhoades McKee is proud to announce Michigan Lawyers Weekly has named two attorneys to its inaugural Michigan Legal 250 list, a collection of the state’s most influential and accomplished legal leaders. The Michigan Legal 250 celebrates the go to legal leaders across practice areas throughout the state. A publication of Michigan Lawyers Weekly, the Legal […]

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  Thirty-Two Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in 2027 Best Lawyers®

  August 20, 2026

  Rhoades McKee congratulates the firm’s thirty-two attorneys recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers of America®.  Published annually since 1983, Best Lawyers® is based on a peer-review survey in which 52,000 leading attorneys nominate other lawyers of distinction in their practice areas.   Best Lawyers® “Lawyers of the Year” According to the website, a […]

• Twelve Rhoades McKee Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Michigan Super Lawyers®

  August 19, 2026

  Rhoades McKee attorneys are honored in the annual publication of Michigan Super Lawyers®. According to the website, Super Lawyers® is a rating service that recognizes outstanding lawyers with high peer recognition and professional achievement. This selection process includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. The Rhoades McKee attorneys selected for this year’s edition include: […]

• Michigan Supreme Court Expands Consumer Protection Act Coverage – What Every Licensed and Regulated Business Needs to Know

  August 14, 2026

  The Michigan Supreme Court issued a landmark decision on July 31, 2026, AG v. Eli Lilly & Co., (“Lilly”), that significantly expands when the Michigan Consumer Protection Act (MCPA) applies to licensed and regulated businesses in Michigan, including businesses operating under state professional licensing, occupational regulation, financial services regulation, healthcare licensing, manufacturing permits, and any […]

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  New Precedent on Condo Association Liability to Short-Term Renters

  July 21, 2026

  On July 13, 2026, the Michigan Court of Appeals held in Letvin v The Village at Grand Traverse Commons Condo Ass’n that short-term renters of a condo unit are no longer “licensees” of the condo association, but instead are now “invitees,” and associations now owe them a higher standard of care regarding premises liability. In […]

• Rhoades McKee Welcomes 2026 Summer Associates

  June 15, 2026

  Grand Rapids, Michigan – June 2026 – Rhoades McKee is pleased to welcome Zac DeVries, Hannah Grosse, Rylea Mougrabi, and Anastasia VanderPloeg as part of the firm’s 2026 Summer Associate Program. The program offers law students a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience and insight into the legal profession while working alongside the firm’s attorneys. […]

• Rhoades McKee Commercial Litigation Team Ranked by Chambers and Partners 2026

  June 4, 2026

  (Grand Rapids, MI – 2026) Rhoades McKee’s Commercial Litigation Team has been ranked by Chambers and Partners for its representative work, joining a distinguished group of 20 Michigan law firms recognized in this practice area. According to interviews conducted by Chambers, “The key strength of Rhoades McKee is its aggressive approach to litigation. It has […]

• Rhoades McKee Welcomes Andrew Lukas

  June 22, 2026

  Rhoades McKee is pleased to announce that attorney Andrew Lukas has joined the law firm. Andrew joins Rhoades McKee as a member of the Appellate Law Team. Andrew brings significant experience in appellate advocacy and litigation strategy to the Rhoades McKee team. His background includes practicing before Michigan appellate courts and serving within the judiciary […]