Service Areas
Education
- Wayne State University Law School, J.D.
- University of Michigan, B.A.
Bar Admissions
- Michigan
Court Admissions
U.S. Court of Appeals
- Sixth Circuit
U.S. District Court
- Eastern District of Michigan
- Western District of Michigan
Michael Simoni’s practice covers all areas of business and commercial litigation. By focusing on providing comprehensive analyses of difficult legal and business issues, Michael strives to advance the most appropriate course of action for various clients in complex commercial cases. He has experience in litigating a wide variety of general commercial and business matters, with focuses in securities law and corporate governance, and intellectual property litigation. Michael has also assisted in managing large-scale discovery efforts and document reviews involving hundreds of thousands of documents.
"My ability to effectively advocate for my clients rests on diligent preparation, rigorous attention to detail, and particular focus on the specific legal and business needs of each client."
Michael Simoni
Experience
Prior to joining Miller Canfield, Michael clerked for the Honorable Lawrence P. Zatkoff of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. His clerkship experience provides a unique insight into the judicial decision making process that allows Michael to effectively and efficiently advocate for his clients. Michael has experience in dealing with a host of federal issues, including commercial disputes, employment discrimination, securities fraud, patent, trademark and copyright infringement, and various procedural matters at both the trial and appellate level.
Professional Activities
- American Bar Association, Securities Litigation Committee, Programming Subcommittee co-chair 2011-present; Appellate Practice Committee, Membership and Diversity Subcommittee chairperson 2009-2011; Intellectual Property Litigation Committee
- Federal Bar Association
- State Bar of Michigan
- Macomb County Bar Association
Honors + Awards
- Wayne State University Law School, magna cum laude; Wayne Law Review, Senior Note & Comment Editor/Assistant Editor; Dean's Scholar; Order of the Coif; Silver Key Certificate
Civic, Cultural + Social Activities
- University of Michigan Alumni Association
- Federalist Society
Publications
"Tuning Up the Motor City: The Viability of Restructuring Detroit's Oppressive Property Tax System within the Boundaries of Michigan's Constitution," 51 Wayne L. Rev. 1309 (2005)
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