Stronger Together

We are pleased to announce that HHBJ has combined forces with the Seabolt Law Firm to form Hickey, Hauck, Bishoff, Jeffers & Seabolt PLLC. The combination expands our services, deepens our collective experience, and enhances our value to clients across practices and industries. Please join us in welcoming new partner Scott Seabolt, and associate Adam Winnie, to HHBJS.

Our Best Foot
Forward

The firm has been designated as a Tier 1 selection in the 2017-2025 editions of Best Law Firms by U.S. News and Best Lawyers. In addition, five of the firm’s members were included in the 2016-2025 editions of Best Lawyers in America.

Pulling Together
With Our Clients

Greater Than
The Sum Of Our Parts

Bridging The Gap Between
Big Firm EXPERIENCE +
Small Firm VALUE

Our Best Foot
FORWARD
The firm has been designated as a Tier 1 selection in the 2017-2025 editions of Best Law Firms by U.S. News and Best Lawyers. In addition, five of the firm’s members were included in the 2016-2025 editions of Best Lawyers in America.

Stronger Together

We are pleased to announce that HHBJ has combined forces with the Seabolt Law Firm to form Hickey, Hauck, Bishoff, Jeffers & Seabolt PLLC. The combination expands our services, deepens our collective experience, and enhances our value to clients across practices and industries. Please join us in welcoming new partner Scott Seabolt, and associate Adam Winnie, to HHBJS.

pulling together
With Our Clients

greater than
The Sum of Our Parts
Bridging the Gap Between
Big Firm EXPERIENCE +
Small Firm VALUES

Stronger Together

We are pleased to announce that HHBJ has combined forces with the Seabolt Law Firm to form Hickey, Hauck, Bishoff, Jeffers & Seabolt PLLC. The combination expands our services, deepens our collective experience, and enhances our value to clients across practices and industries. Please join us in welcoming new partner Scott Seabolt, and associate Adam Winnie, to HHBJS.

Patrick F. Hickey

For over three decades, Patrick has specialized in business and employment litigation and counseling, with an emphasis on trade secret, non-compete, employment and ERISA litigation.
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PATRICK F. HICKEY

Thomas S. Bishoff

Tom is a seasoned business lawyer and counselor who frequently represents parties in high-stakes commercial disputes in the automotive, health care, construction, insurance and other industries.
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Thomas S. Bishoff

Benjamin W. Jeffers

Ben is an experienced business lawyer focused on litigation and dispute resolution in the automotive, consumer products, manufacturing, healthcare, and insurance sectors. He has represented clients in complex disputes throughout the country.
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Benjamin W. Jeffers

Mark E. Hauck

Mark represents clients in a wide range of industries and has the unique ability to mesh his skills as an aggressive trial attorney with his deep knowledge and experience as a practical business lawyer.
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MARK E. HAUCK

Scott T. Seabolt

Scott is an experienced trial attorney, business litigator and trusted advisor to clients across industries. He focuses his practice on privately held business disputes, post-M&A disputes, business and commercial litigation, internal investigations, and alternative dispute resolution.
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SCOTT T. SEABOLT

HHBJS NEWS

Benjamin I. Shipper Elected as Member of Hickey Hauck Bishoff Jeffers & Seabolt, PLLC

Benjamin I. Shipper Elected as Member of Hickey Hauck Bishoff Jeffers & Seabolt, PLLC

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Detroit, MI – April 9, 2025 –Hickey Hauck Bishoff Jeffers & Seabolt, PLLC (HHBJS) is pleased to announce the election of Benjamin I. Shipper as a member of the firm effective January1, 2025. Mr. Shipper was previously a senior associate with the firm. Mr. Shipper’s practice focuses on representing automotive suppliers and specialized vehicle manufacturers in matters involving pricing, supply chain issues, cost recovery, and recalls. In addition, he regularly advises clients on the protection of trade secrets, proprietary information, and business interests,...

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Emilio A. Sosa welcomed as Associate Attorney with Hickey Hauck Bishoff Jeffers & Seabolt, PLLC

Emilio A. Sosa welcomed as Associate Attorney with Hickey Hauck Bishoff Jeffers & Seabolt, PLLC

Detroit, MI – April 9, 2025 – Hickey Hauck Bishoff Jeffers & Seabolt, PLLC (HHBJS) is pleased to announce the addition of Emilio A. Sosa as an associate attorney of the firm, effective January 7, 2025. Mr. Sosa comes to HHBJS from a highly regarded boutique law firm specializing in land use litigation, where he gained extensive experience supporting senior attorneys throughout all stages of litigation, including case management, legal research, and preparation of pleadings, motions, and other essential legal documents. In his new role with HHBJS, Mr. Sosa focuses on collaborating with...

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HHBJS ATTORNEYS SECURE $19M JUDGMENT FOR CLIENTS

HHBJS ATTORNEYS SECURE $19M JUDGMENT FOR CLIENTS

In June 2018, MSY Capital Partners, LLC entered into a partnership with LIV Wellness Center, LLC and two of its principals, Dennis Zoma and Duane Karmo, to develop and operate a cannabis provisioning center in Ferndale. The City of Ferndale issued municipal permits on a first-come, first-served basis. MSY had a first place in line at the City of Ferndale and also had an applicant pre-qualified by the State of Michigan. LIV had a lease at a location with the necessary buffers to house a cannabis operation. MSY and LIV used these assets to secure a municipal permit from the City of Ferndale to...

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