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Foley & Lardner's litigation team is a force to be reckoned with — highly sophisticated, aggressive, and effective. When you choose Foley to represent you in court, you gain unrivaled support of a team that is not only trial-ready but boasts a proven track record of success.


Our Michigan-based litigation team handles a variety of commercial litigation disputes, including contract litigation, business torts, supply chain litigation, and much more. We also have one of the only dispute practices in Michigan with significant international arbitration capability. Our firm is a true market leader in its representation of automotive suppliers in connection with every facet of the production and delivery process. Our team is the number one counsel of choice for the numerous primary, secondary, and tertiary suppliers in the Detroit area, representing them in every step of the process from contract drafting and business counseling to litigation.


Our focus is firmly centered on achieving the business outcome that is right for our clients. We have the tenacity and experience to be in the courtroom ensuring that every aspect of your case, from injunction to trial to appeal, is handled with utmost care and diligence. With a wealth of seasoned litigators, we possess the knowledge and skills to understand your business and its unique challenges. We grasp the nuances and norms of every industry, allowing us to tailor our strategies to best serve our clients’ specific needs.

Chambers Review

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Litigation: General Commercial - Michigan

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What the Team is Known For

Foley & Lardner has a well-regarded litigation group with cross-border capabilities facilitated by an extensive network of offices internationally. Its broad expertise includes deep experience in disputes concerning automotive suppliers.

Work Highlights

  • Foley & Lardner represented Arauco North America in a dispute with Covenant Steel Warehouse regarding Covenant Steel Warehouse’s construction of a manufacturing facility for Arauco in Grayling, Michigan.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Norman C Ankers
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Norman C Ankers
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Norman Ankers is a preeminent litigation attorney with experience in partnership disputes and consumer class actions, among other matters.
Vanessa Miller
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Vanessa Miller
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As chair of Foley & Lardner's automotive sector practice, Vanessa Miller is well placed to advise industry clients on a broad array of complex litigation and arbitrations. Her widespread experience includes handling business tort claims, supply chain disputes and breach of contract and warranty claims.

Vanessa is fabulous.

Vanessa is an experienced litigator in the auto industry.

Having Vanessa, with her litigation background, advising the company and understanding the business and the industry, is very helpful. Everyone feels very well advised and represented.

Vanessa consistently delivers an exceptional level of client service. She is highly responsive, reliable and proactive in anticipating our needs.

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Litigation: General Commercial

Norman C Ankers
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Norman C Ankers
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Vanessa Miller
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Vanessa Miller
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Industries

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Automotive

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