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This advisory summarizes an article by Neil Youngdahl, originally published in the Michigan Appellate Practice…
For inventors, engineers, entrepreneurs, and business owners, patents are often among the most valuable assets.…
A Client’s Guide to the AI Habits That Can Backfire Artificial intelligence is transforming the…
Varnum Viewpoints Dilution is inevitable in startup investing, but manageable with the right strategy. Structural…
For families who have spent decades building wealth, multigenerational planning ensures that assets benefit not…
Michigan Estate Planning for Unmarried Partners: Protect Your Relationship and Assets
April 2, 2026
Unmarried partners in Michigan, whether cohabitating, in long-term relationships, or otherwise committed, face unique estate…
Varnum recently hosted its 2026 Community Association Director Symposium in Naples, Florida, bringing together board…
Companies that imported goods subject to tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act…
Health care professionals face estate planning challenges that extend beyond drafting a simple will or…
Using Generative AI in Branding: Trademark Risks and Practical Guardrails for Businesses
March 25, 2026
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools are increasingly used by marketing teams, designers, and agencies to…
Michigan liquor licensees, including restaurants, hotels, retail stores, manufacturers, wholesalers, and importers, must renew their…
Varnum Viewpoints The amended Land Division Act (LDA), effective in phases beginning March 24, 2026,…
For Michigan landowners seeking to combine their family legacy with the perpetual care of their…
On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, the Department of Justice (DOJ) issued a first-of-its-kind Corporate Enforcement…
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has proposed a new rule for determining employee or…
Estate planning can be complex for any family, but blended families face unique challenges that…
On February 12, 2026, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a deregulatory rule…
Using Trusts to Improve Tax Outcomes, Control, and Certainty in Divorce Settlements
February 23, 2026
Parties in a divorce often want to reach a settlement quickly. In the rush to…
U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down IEEPA Tariffs: Implications for Importers and Tariff Refund Strategies
February 20, 2026
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court held that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act…