Wright Penning & Beamer Attorneys Named “Top Lawyers” in Metro Detroit
One of Michigan’s premier business journals, DBUSINESS, recently announced its 2010 “Top Lawyers” in metropolitan Detroit. Dan Penning, Dirk Beamer and Lee Flaherty – all principals with Wright Penning & Beamer – made the list. Penning was recognized for his business planning acumen; Beamer for his expertise in business and commercial litigation; Flaherty for her work with non-profits and charitable organizations.
DBUSINESS compiles its list as a resource and reference guide for its readers. Selection criteria include: legal knowledge, analytical capabilities, judgment, communication ability, and legal experience. The list was published in the journal’s November/December 2009 edition. According to the publication, selected lawyers “possess the highest professional ability and ethical standards.”
Penning is a founding shareholder of the firm and works primarily in succession planning for individuals, families and business owners. Dan’s practice focuses on planning for business entities including family businesses, estate planning for business owners, individuals, families with special needs children, and succession planning for family cottages and farms. He has also established himself and the firm as a leading resource for individual and business clients in property tax appeals and related matters.
Beamer oversees our firm’s diverse litigation practice, focusing primarily on business and commercial litigation. He spearheads the firm’s efforts in insurance law, unfair competition, trademark infringement, employment matters and contract disputes. Dirk has litigated in state and federal courts across the country. He also counsels business owners and managers concerning employment practices and management.
In addition to her work with non-profits, Lee Flaherty is well versed in real estate, business law, estate planning and probate. Lee’s business expertise encompasses the support of ongoing businesses, business purchases and sales, and representation in commercial real estate transactions. Her estate planning practice focuses on the preparation of a wide variety of trusts and other documents to assist clients in avoiding probate, preserving assets and minimizing taxes.
We take pride in our colleagues’ accomplishments, and we continue to strive daily to deliver the highest quality legal services to our clients throughout Michigan and beyond.