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David is a partner with Berger Harris and has represented clients in every state and federal court in Delaware.  David’s practice includes areas of corporate, commercial and employment law.  He has counseled clients and litigated cases in a wide range of areas involving fiduciary duty claims, corporate and alternative entity control disputes, advancement and indemnification, breach of contract, business torts, real estate matters and commercial and personal insurance disputes.. David also represents employers and employees in a wide range of matters including restrictive covenants, trade secrets, wage and hour, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, breach of contract, unfair competition and wrongful termination claims.  Additionally, David counsels employers regarding workplace issues such as hiring and discharge matters, executive compensation, severance agreements, wage and hour compliance and disability accommodations.. Prior to joining Berger Harris, David was an associate at Ballard Spahr LLP.  David also served as law clerk to the Honorable Richard R. Cooch, Resident Judge, Superior Court of Delaware.  While in law school, David was a judicial intern for the Honorable Thomas L. Ambro, United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, and was on the editorial board of the Delaware Journal of Corporate Law.  Before law school, David served in the United States Army and worked as a counselor for dependent children.

John Hyatt is a highly skilled and seasoned attorney. His civil practice focuses primarily on issues facing small and medium sized business, estate planning, business succession, property development and wealth preservation. In his criminal practice he has represented clients in hundreds of matters including multiple homicides, aggravated sexual assault, drug offenses, computer crimes, and serious property crimes.. John was awarded a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree from the U.S. Army’s prestigious Judge Advocate General’s School and Legal Center.. John is well versed in business and financial topics. He was engaged by one client to serve as President of a new venture. Under John’s leadership the company secured exclusive contracts with Ingram Micro, the world’s largest IT distributor, grew from inception to over $20 million in annual revenues, achieved a work force of 30 employees plus additional contractors, occupied a 32,000 sq ft facility in southern California, and successfully developed a suite of proprietary software.. John is a member of both the Hawaii State Bar Association and the California State Bar Association. He is also a CFA Candidate with the Association of Investment Management and Research.. John continues to serve his country and the State of Hawaii as a proud member of the Hawaii National Guard.

Mr. Smith is a shareholder and president of Wheeler Upham, P.C. He practices primarily in the areas of employment law, civil litigation, postal contracts, business law, contracts, construction law, federal government contracts, and postal law. He has extensive litigation experience in these areas and has appeared before federal district courts, courts of appeal, bankruptcy courts, boards of contract appeal, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Merit System Protection Board, and state courts and administrative agencies.. Mr. Smith has successfully assisted clients with document drafting, discrimination claims, disability and Family Medical Leave Act compliance issues, federal disability retirement claims, federal workers’ compensation or OWCP claims, employee handbook questions, and postal contract disputes including holdover tenant claims. Mr. Smith’s litigation experience enables him to spot issues and propose solutions for his clients, thereby saving them time and money by avoiding and addressing legal issues before problems arise.. Each year since 2018, Mr. Smith has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America in the category of Employment Law – Individual. He was the 2014 and 2016 chairman of the Grand Rapids Bar Association's Labor and Employment Law Section.. Prior to joining Wheeler Upham, Mr. Smith was in-house counsel with the U.S. Postal Service, where he handled some of its most complex litigation involving personal injury, construction claims, leasing issues, and contract disputes. He has unique expertise in federal sector employment law and represents employees of federal agencies in many forums. Mr. Smith handles litigation against the federal government that other attorneys shy away from, including claims arising under the various civil rights laws, the Federal Torts Claim Act, the Freedom of Information Act, and the Contract Disputes Act.. Mr. Smith has published articles in the Michigan Bar Journal on mail disputes and bankruptcy appeals.

At Stuart Law, PLC, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services with unwavering integrity, personalized attention, and unparalleled value. Our boutique size allows us to combine the expertise and results of a large firm with the agility and individualized approach that sets us apart. Through streamlined processes and specialized expertise, we provide you with tailored solutions that exceed expectations while ensuring trust, value, and efficiency.

I am extremely experienced in the areas of divorce and closely held business/corporate matters.  My practice consists of business and corporate matters, litigation (commercial, contract, family law, real estate and sales representative), collaborative law, health care related issues and real estate matters.  For almost 30 years, I have aggressively and skillfully represented my client's interests.

A graduate of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and Wayne State Law, Ms. Pollicella has been a licensed, practicing Michigan attorney for 19 years, with a primary focus on business transactions, mergers & acquisitions, real estate, labor & employment and corporate law.  The Founder and Managing Partner of Pollicella & Associates, PLLC, she started Cannabis Attorneys in Michigan in 2009 to advance marihuana law in Michigan, and has been passionately advocating for Michigan’s medical marihuana industry since.  In addition to regularly writing, speaking and educating on the MMMA, Ms. Pollicella has been actively involved in crafting legislation to create a legal Michigan medical cannabis industry, has vigorously fought for municipal ordinances for non-residential caregiver and patient facilities, and has successfully secured numerous special use permits for her medical marihuana clients.   A recognized expert in Michigan medical marihuana law, she has submitted three amicus curiae briefs to the Michigan Supreme Court in support of patient and caregiver rights, and has successfully sued employers and the MESC on behalf of patient employees.