Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation for Businesses and Individuals
Varnum provides comprehensive legal services across corporate, litigation, and regulatory domains, serving industry leaders and innovators globally. Our attorneys combine deep legal expertise with industry-specific knowledge to deliver actionable solutions for complex business challenges. With offices in Michigan and Florida, we maintain close client relationships while leveraging a collaborative culture to address diverse legal needs. Our practice spans antitrust, data privacy, mergers and acquisitions, and specialized areas like NIL law and cannabis regulations.Recognized for excellence, we hold 43 Tier 1 rankings and have 103 attorneys listed in Best Lawyers in America. We focus on future-oriented strategies, ensuring clients remain positioned for opportunity in evolving markets. Our commitment extends beyond legal counsel, offering insights into disaster relief benefits, estate planning innovations, and regulatory compliance. Through programs like MiSpringboard, we actively support Michigan's startup ecosystem, demonstrating our dedication to community and economic growth.
Services
Corporate Law
Litigation and ADR
Data Privacy
Mergers and Acquisitions
Estate Planning
Regulatory Compliance
Intellectual Property
Labor and Employment
Real Estate Law
White Collar Defense
Highlights and features
- We offer 900+ completed corporate deals and $300M+ recovered for clients.
- Our attorneys hold 43 Tier 1 national practice rankings.
- We serve 100+ industries including automotive, healthcare, and emerging technologies.
- Our MiSpringboard program supports Michigan's startup ecosystem with 300+ businesses launched.
- We maintain a 7.6M jury verdict record in complex litigation matters.
Associations and certifications
- Best Lawyers in America
Services
Corporate Law
Varnum's corporate law practice advises clients on business formation, governance, and transactions. We handle mergers, acquisitions, and regulatory compliance for companies ranging from startups to Fortune 500 enterprises. Our attorneys provide strategic counsel on corporate restructuring and growth initiatives.
Litigation and ADR
Our litigation team represents clients in complex commercial disputes across state and federal courts. We specialize in alternative dispute resolution methods while maintaining trial-ready capabilities. Practice areas include antitrust litigation, product liability, and appellate advocacy with a 7.6M jury verdict record.
Data Privacy
Varnum's data privacy group helps organizations comply with evolving regulations like GDPR and CCPA. We develop comprehensive cybersecurity frameworks, respond to data breaches, and advise on digital asset management for businesses in technology, healthcare, and financial sectors.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans addressing wealth transfer, tax minimization, and asset protection. Our services include trust formation, probate litigation, and specialized planning for student athletes in the NIL era, ensuring clients' legacies are preserved.
Mergers and Acquisitions
Varnum has completed 850+ M&A transactions, including representing Acrisure in 600+ acquisitions. Our team handles due diligence, regulatory approvals, and post-merger integration for domestic and cross-border deals across diverse industries like insurance and technology.
People
Steven J. Adamczyk
Partner
Steven J. Adamczyk focuses on corporate law and business transactions with particular expertise in healthcare and technology sectors. He advises clients on mergers, acquisitions, and regulatory compliance matters.
Stephen P. Afendoulis
Of Counsel
Stephen P. Afendoulis specializes in government relations and regulatory affairs, representing clients before state and federal agencies. He brings extensive public policy experience to Varnum's Grand Rapids office.
Kathryn L. Ahlbrand
Associate
Kathryn L. Ahlbrand practices in the firm's Birmingham office, focusing on corporate governance and compliance matters. She assists businesses with regulatory frameworks and operational best practices.
Scott D. Alfree
Partner
Scott D. Alfree leads complex litigation cases involving commercial disputes and product liability. He has significant trial experience in state and federal courts across the Midwest region.
Mark S. Allard
Of Counsel
Mark S. Allard concentrates on real estate law and land use regulations. He represents developers and institutional clients in commercial property transactions and zoning matters.
Questions
What legal services does Varnum offer?
Varnum provides corporate law, litigation, regulatory compliance, data privacy, mergers and acquisitions, estate planning, and specialized services in emerging areas like NIL law and cannabis regulations.
Which industries does Varnum serve?
We serve automotive, healthcare, technology, energy, government, hospitality, and emerging sectors like cannabis and artificial intelligence through dedicated legal teams.
Where are Varnum's offices located?
Varnum maintains offices in Ann Arbor, Birmingham, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and Novi, Michigan, plus Naples, Florida, serving clients nationally and internationally.
How experienced is Varnum's legal team?
Our firm includes 103 Best Lawyers in America-listed attorneys with expertise across 43 Tier 1 ranked practice areas, handling 850+ deals and recovering $300M+ for clients.
Does Varnum support startup businesses?
Yes, our MiSpringboard program has helped launch 300+ Michigan startups over the past decade through specialized legal and business development resources.
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