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Miller Johnson Welcomes IP Litigation Powerhouse Irwin IP
Strategic move expands leading IP Litigation practice, grows Chicago presence David Buday Jason Keener GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Miller Johnson is pleased to announce it is merging with Irwin IP LLP, a highly-successful Chicago-based firm specializing in mission-critical intellectual property and technology litigation. Irwin IP serves a diverse client base, including Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups, enforcing and protecting intellectual property portfolios, and ensuring clients' product lines remain secure. Irwin IP routinely litigates against the largest, most prestigious law firms representing the largest companies in the world on matters valued in the tens and hundreds of millions. This strategic combination further establishes Miller Johnson's national IP Litigation practice, as the addition of 25 team members allows the firm to collectively better serve clients as they grow. Miller Johnson now has one of the largest IP Litigation practices of any Michigan-based firm. The expansion creates a firm with 178 attorneys and 270 total team members, continuing Miller Johnson's trend as one of the Midwest's fastest-growing midsize law firms. 'We are honored to have Irwin IP join our firm. They are dynamic, thoughtful people who share our commitment to excellence in serving clients and communities,' said David Buday, Managing Member of Miller Johnson. 'This strengthens our ability to protect clients' innovations and defend their businesses in intellectual property disputes. In today's economy, safeguarding ideas, technology, and brands is essential – and having a team of this magnitude dedicated solely to IP Litigation allows us to offer even more robust solutions. Our expertise and values align perfectly and, we look forward to a successful combination.' 'Joining forces is a tremendous opportunity,' said Jason Keener, Managing Partner of Irwin IP LLP, and now Managing Member, Chicago office, of Miller Johnson. 'Our combined strengths provide unparalleled service to those that trust us with their legal needs. We are eager to collaborate as a full-service talented team. Together, we will continue to uphold the highest standards of excellence, integrity, and teamwork in our representation of clients.' 'Barry Irwin has been recognized as one of the nation's top intellectual property litigators,' said Keener. 'He built Irwin IP from the ground up into one of Chicago's premier IP litigation boutiques. Joining forces with Miller Johnson marks a natural evolution of what Barry built—combining our deep IP expertise with Miller Johnson's broad platform to deliver even greater value to clients. It's an exciting new chapter for both firms." 'This is an opportune time to expand our service lines for the benefit of all of our clients,' said Barry Irwin, Founding Partner of Irwin IP LLP, and now a Member of Miller Johnson. 'By bringing our IP Litigation practice into the fold of Miller Johnson's 66-year legacy, I know the relationships we've built with clients take a big leap forward in terms of the solutions we can now offer.' By integrating a team with expertise in IP Litigation, Miller Johnson deepens its proficiency and broadens the services available to clients across various industries. The move comes as Miller Johnson has expanded significantly over the last 3 years across Michigan and into Illinois and Ohio. Irwin IP's full firm is joining Miller Johnson via the move. 'Irwin IP's quality and experience complements our general practice model, making us even better positioned to support businesses at every stage of growth,' said Buday. 'Adding to our existing Patent, Trademark, and IP Litigation work underscores the fact that we are developing significant depth in an emerging practice of the firm.' Beyond skills and capabilities, Miller Johnson and Irwin IP share cultural similarities, including a deep commitment to pro bono and community service. Irwin IP has established partnerships and provided financial support and legal assistance to many organizations whose mission matches theirs, including, but not limited to, Lawyers for the Creative Arts, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services, the Lawyers Assistance Program of Illinois, Greater Chicago Legal Clinic, Sunshine Enterprises, Lawyers for Good Government, the American Civil Liberties Union, Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation, and many other organizations. This aligns closely to Miller Johnson's award-winning MJ Action initiatives which encourage attorneys and team members to dedicate significant hours to providing free legal services to community partners. In 2023, Miller Johnson was recognized by the American Bar Association Business Law Section with its National Public Service Award for the firm's collective pro bono efforts. About Miller JohnsonSince 1959, Miller Johnson has been Michigan-based and has served clients worldwide as a full-service law firm providing counsel to businesses and individuals in corporate matters including mergers & acquisitions, employment and labor law, litigation, medical recovery, intellectual property, real estate, employee benefits, immigration, education law, and private client representation. We believe in proactively providing meaningful solutions and peace of mind at a great value for our clients. We do this as trusted thought leaders collaborating with our clients, each other, and our communities. For more information, please contact:Lance HartmanDirector of Communications and BrandMiller Johnson616.831.1861hartmanl@ Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
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29-05-2025
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Former First Assistant U.S. Attorney Jennifer McManus Joins Miller Johnson
Jennifer McManus GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Miller Johnson is pleased to announce Jennifer L. McManus, former First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan, has joined the firm's litigation practice. McManus brings over 25 years of experience in complex litigation, appellate, investigations, and compliance work. Her addition further strengthens the firm's highly regarded capabilities when representing clients across the country. "I am excited to join Miller Johnson and contribute to its outstanding litigation practice," said McManus. "I look forward to collaborating with my new colleagues and using my experience to help clients navigate challenging legal issues and achieve successful outcomes." McManus will focus on developing a high-level private practice drawing on her experience in the Department of Justice where she served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for over 21 years and held various leadership roles, including Appellate Chief and First Assistant. Prior to joining the Department, she represented individual and corporate clients as a member of the litigation and Appellate and Supreme Court practice groups at a larger Chicago law firm. Her extensive background includes handling high-profile civil and criminal cases, providing strategic direction on complex legal matters, and overseeing significant appellate work. She is well-known in the legal community for her strategic approach and dedication to excellence. "We are thrilled to welcome Jennifer McManus to our team," said David M. Buday, Managing Member at Miller Johnson. "Her deep expertise in private sector and government practice, combined with her leadership experience, will be invaluable to our clients and our firm. Jennifer's addition underscores our commitment to providing top-tier legal services and enhancing our litigation practice." McManus adds to an already established team of high-profile litigators and former government leaders at Miller Johnson with the Department of Justice and Michigan Department of Attorney General, including: Fadwa Hammoud, Managing Member, Detroit office; former Chief Deputy Attorney General of Michigan Andrew Goetz, Member, Internal Investigations and Compliance; former Appellate Chief, U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Michigan Erin Lane, Associate, Litigation, Government Investigations; former Assistant U.S. Attorney, Western District of Michigan McManus was awarded her J.D. from Harvard Law School and earned her B.A. in mathematics and English from the University of Michigan. After law school, she served as a law clerk for the Honorable David W. McKeague then a United States District Court Judge in the Western District of Michigan. For more information, please contact:Lance HartmanDirector of Communications and Brand616.831.1861 hartmanl@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in to access your portfolio
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14-05-2025
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Miller Johnson Expands Detroit Office
The move marks a milestone in the firm's continued growth since opening a Detroit office in 2020 DETROIT, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Miller Johnson, named one of the fastest growing law firms in Michigan by Crain's Detroit Business, today announced the relocation of its Detroit office. After 5 years of significant growth, Miller Johnson moved into a brand-new office on the 36th floor of the Ally Building at 500 Woodward Avenue. The expansion reflects Miller Johnson's aggressive recruiting approach to bring in talent with decades-long experience and well-known profiles in the market. The Detroit office has grown from 6 to 35 attorneys since opening in 2020. "Our new office will allow us to better serve our clients and provides our team with a vibrant and collaborative space to work. It also accommodates our rapid growth and allows for more additions in the near- and long-term,' said Fadwa Hammoud, Managing Member of Miller Johnson's Detroit office. 'As our client base in southeast Michigan has grown, we have built upon our teams that serve intellectual property, real estate, education, immigration, mergers and acquisitions, estate planning, employment, and litigation needs, among other full-service legal offerings." The new office offers state-of-the-art facilities, and a modern, collaborative workspace designed to enhance productivity and client engagement. The 24,180 square foot office features 79 offices, 7 conference rooms, and a 950 square foot multi-purpose room overlooking the Ambassador Bridge and the Gordie Howe International Bridge. About Miller Johnson - DetroitMiller Johnson is Michigan's Law Firm, a full-service firm providing legal counsel to businesses and individuals in business and corporate, employment and labor, litigation, intellectual property, real estate, and private client matters. In August 2020, Miller Johnson continued on the firm's significant growth trajectory through acquiring Detroit-based Lusk Albertson, a law firm specializing in serving school districts throughout Michigan since 2010. In 2024, Miller Johnson acquired four attorneys from the former Abbott Nicholson, PC, a Troy-based law firm with multiple practice areas of service. Miller Johnson also has offices in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, with a total of 260 team members across all locations. Firmwide, more than 150 attorneys serve clients in over 70 practice areas and industries nationwide, placing Miller Johnson among the top 10 largest law firms in Michigan by attorney headcount. For more information, please contact:Lance HartmanDirector of Communications and Brand616.831.1861 hartmanl@ in to access your portfolio
