Varnum LLP

Varnum partner Dave Caldon has been recognized as a "Go To Lawyer" for Commercial Real Estate by Michigan Lawyers Weekly. This award honors top Michigan attorneys for their expertise in complex real estate matters. Congratulations, Dave! https://lnkd.in/gNGFjkBK

Varnum attorney Justin Kirk has been accepted into the Greater Naples Chamber prestigious Associate Leadership Collier program. As one of only 42 individuals in this year’s cohort, Justin will have the opportunity to engage with local government, education and economic development in Collier County, while further developing his leadership skills. Read more about the appointment here: https://lnkd.in/gP58W2Hp

A full-service deal team represented Cole's Quality Foods, Inc., a leader in the frozen bread industry, in its sale to Ontario-based Furlani Foods, a portfolio company of Entrepreneurial Equity Partners. Varnum's team was led by Christopher George and Michael Wooldridge, and included Lauren Parker, Conor Boland, Timothy Gordon, Zachary Meyer, Luis Avila, Charles Russman, Staci DeRegnaucourt, Matt Eugster, Linsey Gleason, Steven Morren and Shawn Strand. Read more about the transaction here: https://lnkd.in/g2PJ6aDa

We are excited to welcome partner Samuel Kokoszka to Varnum's Real Estate Practice Team in our Birmingham office. With a focus on commercial real estate and leasing, as well as corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions and licensing, Sam brings a wealth of experience to the firm. Read more about Sam's arrival here: https://lnkd.in/gqGySptj

Varnum attorneys Schuyler Pruis and Jordan Valentine are making meaningful contributions to their communities. Schuyler has joined the Camp Henry Board of Directors, where he previously worked as a camp counselor, and Jordan has become a community board member at Ele's Place, which provides support to grieving children and families. Read more about their new roles and contributions to these impactful organizations here: https://lnkd.in/gYuKxJXh

Varnum attorney Jailah Emerson has been elected Secretary of the Wolverine Bar Association and appointed to the Wolverine Bar Foundation Board. Learn more about Jailah's new roles and the important missions of these organizations here: https://lnkd.in/gBvyf_zj

The push for stronger children's privacy laws continues to grow, with more states introducing Design-Code Laws to ensure companies prioritize minors' best interests in product design. Varnum attorneys Bhashit (Sheek) Shah and Marisa McConnell share key steps companies can take now to stay ahead of these changes and protect minors. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gdRVvDTp

We're lighting up in yellow to celebrate Gilda's LaughFest 2025. Proceeds from #LaughFest help support Gilda's Club Grand Rapids, a community resource providing free emotional health support to those on a cancer journey or grieving any loss. Let's celebrate the healing power of laughter together!

Two key updates to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance are now in effect, offering benefits for employers. Employers are no longer required to automatically provide Form 1095 to employees, and a new six-year statute of limitations for ACA penalty assessments has been introduced. Learn more about these important changes from our Employee Benefits Team here: https://lnkd.in/gsr569kH

Varnum partner Herman Hofman recently joined a panel at the Self-Insurance Institute of America to discuss fiduciary duties under ERISA and ongoing lawsuits. Herman shared insights alongside Julie Selesnick, Senior Counsel at Berger Montague, and Patrick Williams, AIF ?, Fiduciary In A Box Co-Founder, with Chris Condeluci, Washington Counsel for the Self-Insurance Institute of America, moderating the discussion.