Jules B. Olsman recognized as a "Leader & Innovator" by Lawrence Technological University

Leadership and innovation are what fuel Michigan’s – and America’s – economy. And even as Michigan’s economy is undergoing transformation, leadership and innovation are key to bringing the necessary changes.

These were the attributes that Lawrence Technological University sought to celebrate when it developed the Leaders & Innovators profile series, a series brought to life with the participation and support of WWJ Newsradio 950, the GreatLakes IT Report, and Grant Thornton LLP.

Innovators often look at problems from a different perspective. Great solutions sometimes seem unworkable, foolish – even impossible.

True innovation also requires leadership – leadership to follow a path that is different, unexplored, and sometimes lonely.

However, when leadership and innovation are combined, we can change industries, solve age-old problems, invigorate a struggling economy, and improve the quality of our community and world.

To read more about Olsman's attributes as a Leader & Innovator, please click here.

Attorney Wolfgang Mueller Elected Vice Chair of Unarmed Combat Commission

Attorney Wolfgang Mueller was elected Vice Chair of the Michigan Unarmed Combat Commission. Mueller was previously appointed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm to the Commission. The U.C.C., formerly the Michigan Boxing Commission, will help promote all unarmed combat sports, including boxing and the rising sport of mixed martial arts.

Al Low, U.C.C. Commissioner, said "We are very pleased to have Wolfgang on the Commission. His legal background and concern for the athletes will provide a needed voice on the Commission." Mr. Mueller is a former competitive bodybuilder and has represented many professional boxers and other athletes.

Attorney Wolfgang Mueller is photographed to the left with Powerhouse Gym Co-Founder, William Dabish, and mixed martial arts legend, Ken Shamrock, center.

Jules B. Olsman elected Huntington Woods City Commissioner

Olsman, pictured here with his wife Barbara Olsman, daughter Carly Olsman, and mother-in-law Marjorie Grossman, was elected to a 4-year term as one of the five people who serve on the Huntington Woods City Commission.

Olsman has been a dedicated and loyal citizen of Huntington Woods for 33 years. He has spent the last 12 years volunteering on various city committees, including the Planning Commission, the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Blight Committee. He will bring years of leadership and experience to the commission. He was endorsed by Burton School Principal Beth Krehbiel, State Representative Ellen Cogen-Lipton and Oakland County Treasurer Andy Meisner. Olsman is also pictured to the left with close friend and supporter Stan Aaron.

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Stephanie L. Arndt honored as an “Up and Coming Lawyer” for 2009 by Michigan Lawyers Weekly

Stephanie L. Arndt is honored by Michigan Lawyers Weekly in its annual salute to 20 rising stars of the bar who have made a substantial impact during their first 10 years of practice. Ms. Arndt has already distinguished herself and is poised for even greater things. Ms. Arndt will be honored at an awards ceremony and profiled in Michigan Lawyers Weekly.

Jules B. Olsman named top attorney in 2009

For the third consecutive year, Jules B. Olsman was selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2009 edition of The Best Lawyers in America in the specialty of Personal Injury Litigation. Olsman is also frequently named by Michigan Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top of attorneys in Michigan in the specialty of Personal Injury Litigation. He most recently received this recognition in 2009.

Olsman, Mueller, Wallace & MacKenzie attorneys named Rising Stars by Michigan Super Lawyers

Stephanie L. Arndt was named by Michigan Super Lawyers magazine as a Rising Star in Michigan for 2009 for the second consecutive year. Both Ms. Arndt and Donna M. MacKenzie were named by Michigan Super Lawyers magazine as Rising Stars in Michigan for 2008 for their accomplishments in representing injured plaintiffs.

Olsman receives Sanford Rosenthal Memorial Award

In June 2008, Jules B. Olsman received the Sanford Rosenthal Memorial Award from the Oakland County Bar Association.  This award is given annually on behalf of the family of Sanford Rosenthal to an attorney believed to exemplify high standards of collegiality and civility in the legal profession.

Olsman presents on financial scams perpetrated against senior citizens

Jules Olsman addressed the 2008 Annual Meeting of the Michigan Association for Justice on the issue of financial scams perpetrated against senior citizens.  The title of the speech was “And the Hits Just Keep on Coming – Financial Scams Aimed at Senior Citizens.”

Olsman testimony before House of Representative Committee on Senior Health, Security and Retirement helps to move legislation forward

The Michigan House of Representatives recently moved several bills out of committee aimed at protecting residents of long-term care facilities in the State of Michigan.  Jules B. Olsman testified before this committee in April 2008 and testified previously before the House Health Policy Committee in December, 2007.  The centerpiece of these bills includes a requirement that nursing homes carry a minimum level of liability insurance.  Another bill which came out of this testimony provides specific penalties for nursing home employees or administrators who provide fraudulent or misleading information to state or federal investigators about injuries sustained by nursing home residents.

Firm gives presentation regarding Medicare reimbursement to major liability defense law firms in the Detroit area

Stephanie L. Arndt, Donna M. MacKenzie and Jules B. Olsman were asked to speak about Medicare reimbursement and how it affects settlements of cases in which Medicare benefits have been paid.