White Schneider is proud to announce that on June 8, 2019, Jeff Donahue was elected as a Fellow to The College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. The College states "election as a Fellow is the highest recognition by one's colleagues of sustained outstanding performance in the profession, exemplifying integrity, dedication and excellence." The College was established in 1995 as a free standing organization recognizing those who, by long and outstanding service, have distinguished themselves as leaders in the field and is represented by more than 1,400 members in 46 states, DC, Puerto Rico and 8 Canadian Provinces. Jeff's election followed a nomination and support by several well-respected colleagues in the field, with whom he has had the privilege to work over the years. … [Read more...]
Aubree Kugler Joins the White Schneider Team
Aubree Kugler is an associate attorney with White Schneider PC. Aubree’s concentration is labor and employment law. Prior to joining the White Schneider team, Aubree was a law student at Michigan State University College of Law and clerked for Legal Services of South Central Michigan, where she primarily worked with clients on housing and public benefits matters. Aubree is a Michigan native and earned both her Bachelor’s and Law degrees from Michigan State University. She looks forward to continuing to be a part of the Capitol City community. … [Read more...]
John Maise and Andrew Gordon Speak at the People’s Law School
On October 9, 2018, the Michigan Association for Justice People’s Law School held a presentation on Labor and Employment Law presented by our Attorneys John Maise and Andrew Gordon. The People’s Law School provides educational seminars helping people become familiar with their legal rights and navigate the law. Sessions are held across the state and feature some of the most well-known and respected legal experts in Michigan, covering topics ranging from Personal Injury and Auto No-Fault, Immigration Rights and Marijuana Law. These presentations are meant to shed light on some of the less intuitive aspects of the law. For many people, a job or career defines their identity. In a very real way, the trappings of Labor and Employment law and the rights available to employees … [Read more...]
John Maise Joins the White Schneider Team
John Maise is an associate attorney with White Schneider. John’s concentration is in labor law and general practice law. Prior to joining the firm, John was an attorney with The Lobb Law Firm in Southfield, Michigan, where he represented personal injury plaintiffs, including both accident victims and their doctors. John is a Michigan native, growing up in Northville in the Detroit Metro area. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan, and the University of Minnesota Law School. John is ready to bring the Fighting Mondale spirit to White Schneider, and seek justice for his clients. … [Read more...]
Supreme Court Victory – $550 Million for Public School Employees
White Schneider is happy and honored to report the major victory for Michigan school employees on the seven-year long litigation to return more than a half billion dollars illegally taken from school employees in the long-running "3%" case. By Order dated December 20, 2017, the Michigan Supreme Court unanimously upheld lower court rulings that found the withholding to be illegal on a variety of constitutional grounds. Logistics will need to be determined for how school employees will receive the refund of over $550 million that has been held in escrow since 2010-2012. White Schneider remains a part of that process. Anyone who worked in Michigan schools in the affected time period from 2010 through 2012, and had the 3 percent taken from their paychecks, will get money … [Read more...]
White Schneider has Moved to Old Town
We are excited to announce that White Schneider is Old Town’s newest resident. Come visit us at our new office in the Grand Center on Turner Street, and help us enjoy the beautiful Grand River from our balcony. White Schneider is proud to be part of this invigorating new neighborhood. … [Read more...]
Bill Young Honored with ICBA Civility Award
We are pleased to celebrate Bill Young’s receipt of the 2016 Theodore W. Swift Civility Award from the Ingham County Bar Association. Recently retired as a shareholder from our firm, Bill always demonstrated what it means to be civil in the legal profession. No matter what, Bill’s door was always open, making himself available for any and every question his vast experience and knowledge could answer. By handling delicate matters with compassion and understanding, rather than aggression and intimidation, Bill illustrated how one can be effective and respectful at the same time. He possesses a humbleness that many with his talent would be unable to maintain. Whether it was a legal assistant, associate, or partner, Bill treated those with whom he was working as equals, taking into … [Read more...]
Kathy Corkin Boyle Honored
Kathy Corkin Boyle, recently retired attorney and former partner, was honored by the Michigan State Police Troopers Association and its membership at their October Quarterly retreat for over 30 years of service and representation she provided as both in-house and outside counsel for the organization. Kathy litigated many contractual and disciplinary disputes on behalf of those members during the tenure of her representation, helping to shape what is now a strong and effective Association. In recognition for her service, Kathy was given the Association’s commemorative retiree watch, making her one of the only non-members to be bestowed with this honor. White Schneider PC is proud of Kathy’s achievement, and works towards maintain the same lasting relationships with all of its clients. … [Read more...]
Andrew Gordon Joins the White Schneider Team
Andy Gordon is an Associate Attorney with White Schneider PC. Andy’s concentration is in labor law and general practice law. Prior to joining the firm, Andy was an Associate Attorney with Bakke & Gordon Law Offices in Forest City, Iowa, where he represented various personal and institutional clients such as the City of Forest City and Waldorf University. Born in Lansing, Andy grew up in Arlington Heights, Illinois and achieved his Bachelor’s degree from Indiana University and law degree from the University of Iowa College of Law. At the University of Iowa, Andy was the Senior Managing Editor for the Iowa Law Review. Andy is engaged to be married to his fiancée, Jackie, in July 2017. … [Read more...]
$550 Million for Public School Employees
Over six years ago, White Schneider initiated a lawsuit on behalf of public school employees challenging the imposition of a mandatory 3% deduction from their wages to fund the present costs of providing retiree healthcare. Today that fight still continues. On July 7, 2016, the Michigan Court of Appeals has ruled a second time that the imposed deduction violated three separate provisions of the Michigan and United States Constitutions. Despite the Attorney General declaring that his office would no longer represent the State to continue any litigation, Governor Rick Snyder appointed special counsel to file an application for leave to appeal with the Michigan Supreme Court. Responses to this application have been filed by the plaintiffs of the three consolidated cases involving the … [Read more...]