Duly Noted

Wikander a “Local Litigation Star,” Smith Haughey is “recommended”
Matthew L. Wikander, shareholder with Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge, was named a “Local Litigation Star” by Benchmark Plaintiff. In addition, Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge was selected as a “Recommended” firm by the guide

Benchmark is the definitive guide to America’s leading litigation firms and attorneys. Its research includes examining recent casework and extensive interviews with litigators and their clients. Each state’s list of “Local Litigation Stars” reflects only those recommended consistently as reputable and effective litigators by clients and peers. “Recommended” firms reflect only those consistently mentioned by clients and peers.

Wikander is a trial lawyer representing plaintiffs and defendants and practicing primarily in the areas of personal injury, wrongful death, employment, and commercial litigation matters, in both federal and state courts across Michigan, helping those with catastrophic injuries and wrongful death claims.

Franks joins Smith Haughey

Smith Haughey announces that William H. Franks has joined the firm. Franks is a corporate law, banking/finance, bankruptcy and creditor’s rights lawyer who represents creditors in bankruptcy, workouts, and collection proceedings.

With nearly ten years of experience, Franks is active in his profession and in the community.  He has held leadership positions in the Grand Rapids Bar Association, Risk Management Association, and Humane Society of West Michigan.

Bill is licensed to practice in Michigan and Wisconsin state courts, and before the U.S. Dis-trict Courts for Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan, including bankruptcy courts. He has a BA from Univ. of Michigan and JD from University of Wisconsin Law School.

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