Mariah E. DeHoop
Cole D. Anderson
Schuyler C. Pruis
Silas M. Kok
Practice Areas
- American Indian Law
- Antitrust
- Appellate
- Bankruptcy, Restructuring and Creditors Rights
- Business and Corporate
- Data Privacy and Cybersecurity
- Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation
- Environmental and Natural Resources
- Estate Planning
- Family and Closely Held Business
- Family Law
- Immigration
- Insurance
- Intellectual Property
- Labor and Employment
- Litigation and ADR
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Nonprofits
- Personal Injury
- Private Equity
- Real Estate
- Restructuring
- Securities and Capital Markets
- Tax Planning, Compliance and Litigation
- Toxic Torts and Product Liability
- White Collar Defense and Government Investigations
Industries
Education
Notre Dame Law School
Notre Dame, Indiana
J.D., 2024
Notre Dame Law Review, Senior Proof Editor
Westmont College
Santa Barbara, CA
B.A., 2018
Bar Admissions
Michigan
Court Admissions
All Michigan state courts
Corporate Attorney
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Honors and Recognitions
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Professional Affiliations
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Community Involvement
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Isaac L. Houskamp
Brady M. Diller
Katherine S. Duckworth
Practice Areas
Industries
Education
Vanderbilt University Law School
Nashville, Tennessee
J.D., 2018
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
B.A., International Relations, 2014
Bar Admissions
Michigan
District of Columbia
Court Admissions
All Michigan state courts
Energy and Regulatory Attorney
Katie is part of the Energy, Environmental and Natural Resources team at Varnum. She has experience with the broad range of U.S. laws and regulations affecting the power generation, energy storage and renewable energy industries, as well as organized wholesale energy markets and capacity markets. In addition to her experience in private practice, Katie has worked as in-house counsel at a leading independent power producer and as a trial attorney at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
Katie represents companies in the energy industry on matters that include transactions, litigation, administrative proceedings and rulemakings, as well providing counsel on regulatory compliance and operational responsibilities. As part of her practice, she advises renewable energy developers on managing complex regulatory regimes for major energy projects and operations, including energy market rules and interconnection issues.
Allissa M. Moran
Family Law Paralegal
Allissa is a paralegal with the Family Law Team, specializing in divorce cases, custody matters, and domestic relations. Her role supports clients from the onset of domestic relations proceedings, continues through recording of the final judgment, and extends to post-judgment proceedings.
With experience gained in both large and small firms, Allissa has a wide background that includes criminal law, driver’s license restorations, expungements, abuse and neglect cases, adoptions, and litigation in civil, labor, and employment law.
Certifications
Accredited Legal Professional (ALP)
Professional Affiliations
Notary Public, State of Michigan
National Association of Legal Professionals (NALS)
The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
Lambda Epsilon Chi Honor Society, American Association for Paralegal Education
Sigma Beta Delta International Society for Business, Management, and Administration
Michael E. Wooley
Practice Areas
Industries
Education
University of Michigan Law School
Ann Arbor, Michigan
J.D., 1993
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
B.A., magna cum laude, Psychology, 1988
Bar Admissions
Michigan
Court Admissions
All Michigan state courts
Languages
Spanish
Immigration Attorney
Mike focuses his practice on non-immigrant and immigrant business visas, including PERM filings and National Interest Waivers. He serves numerous Michigan-based companies and organizations across the U.S. Mike excels in defending USDOL PERM audits and interfacing with immigration related federal agencies. He advises clients in various industries including mining, financial services, higher education, and a strong emphasis in health care.
Having served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ecuador, Mike is fluent in Spanish, both oral and written. He frequently delivers talks on immigration topics to diverse professional organizations and enjoys training clients’ human resources teams.
Honors and Recognitions
Best Lawyers in America®, Immigration Law, 2025
A Lawyer Helps Pro Bono Honor Roll, State Bar of Michigan, Tier 2, 2020-21
Leading Lawyers Magazine Michigan – Immigration Law, 2021
Leading Lawyers Client Distinction Award – Immigration Law: Employment, 2017
Martindale-Hubbell® Client Satisfaction Award, 2013-2016
Top Michigan Lawyers – Immigration, Detroit News, 2006
Professional Affiliations
Michigan Health & Hospital Association, Human Resources and Workforce Council Member, present
American Immigration Lawyers Association, Michigan Chapter, Former Member of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Liaison Committee; Mentor (2020-Present)
Board of Visitors, Ave Maria School of Law, Ann Arbor, Michigan (2000-2009)
Bay County Bar Association, Board of Directors (1998-2004); President (2002-2003)
Community Involvement
St. Boniface Catholic Church, Bay City, Michigan (1999-Present)
International Association of Lions Clubs, Bay City, Michigan (2008-Present)
New Dimensions, Board member (2007-Present)
Japanese Cultural Center, Tea House and Gardens of Saginaw, Board Member (2011-Present)
Knights of Columbus, Charter Member, St. Stanislaus Kostka Council 12423, Bay City, Michigan (1999-Present); Deputy Grand Knight (2000-2001); Color Corps Member, Bishop Murphy Assembly, Bay City, Michigan (2000-Present)
Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance, Ambassador (2008-Present)
News and Insights
Amanda L. Hirt
Education
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MI
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 2023
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, Michigan
B.S., 2014
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, Michigan
A.A., 2010
Paralegal
Amanda is member of the firm’s Quality Control Team. She prepares matter intake reviews, provides conflict analysis and manages the file screening process when conflicts arise. She provides litigation support to the firm’s General Counsel and assists with file transfers. Amanda serves as an administrator and provides internal support for the firm’s cloud-based new business intake management system.
Amanda has a background in retail and service industries, performing a variety of research and analysis responsibilities.