The following select professionals appear on our website because they have been highly recommended to SMR by our membership and over the years, each has generously shared their knowledge and expertise for the good of all SMR members.

The professionals appearing on this page have a proven record of experience with the manufacturers’ representative business and have essentially dedicated their practice to our profession.

Law Offices of Randall J. Gillary, P.C.
Randall J. Gillary
Columbia Center
201 West Big Beaver Rd., Suite 1020
Troy, MI 48084
Telephone: 248-528-0440 Fax: 248-528-3412
www.gillarylaw.com

Admitted to the Bar in 1979. Received a B.A. Degree from the University of Michigan in 1974 and a Juris Doctorate Degree from the Detroit College of Law in 1979. Rated AV by the Martindale Hubbell Law Directory which is the highest rating available for legal ability and professional ethics, Member of the Representative Assembly of the State Bar of Michigan and serves on the Character and Fitness Committee. Practice concentrates exclusively in representing Manufacturers’ Representatives and other commissioned sales people in commission disputes and related matters. Regular lecturer and author regarding issues important to Manufacturers’ Representatives and other sales people. Authored many articles published in Agency Sales Magazine, a publication of the Manufacturers’ Agents National Association (MANA). Sales commission disputes handled on a contingent fee basis, generally no fee unless successful, providing a substantial incentive to obtain the best possible result for the client.

Law Offices of Thomas P. Casey, A Professional Corporation
Thomas P. Casey
19501 East Eight Mile Road
St. Clair Shores, MI 48080
Telephone: 586-563-3600 Fax: 586-563-3650
Email: tomcasey@kcmlaw.com

Nationally recognized by trial judges and lawyers as a leading expert in successfully suing for commissions due. Awarded jury verdicts and settlements in excess of 32 million dollars during thirty-eight year career. Can accurately determine the value of your commissions due and will never recommend accepting a “quick” settlement for a lesser amount. Known as a superb litigator, trial successes show that jury awards in his favor, in most cases, far exceed pretrial settlement offers. Commission cases handled on a straight 1/3 contingent fee basis, no legal fee unless successful in obtaining a settlement or judgment. Initial conference to evaluate case is without charge.

Law offices of Valentine & Associates, P.C.
Stephen K. Valentine, Jr.
Victoria A. Valentine
5767 West Maple Road
West Bloomfield, MI 48322
Telephone: 248-851-3010 Fax: 248-851-1553
Email: valulaw@ameritech.net

Nationally recognized involvement in all areas representing Manufacturers’ Agents since 1967, including litigation of commission and termination disputes, with excellent high-dollar resolutions through settlements and trials in U.S. courts and other forums including international arbitrations. The firm has a very substantial client list, which includes many long-term (25+) years. The firm is listed in the Bar Register of Pre-Eminent Lawyers, which signifies the highest level of legal ability and ethical standards, and is AV-rated (highest rating) in Martindale-Hubble. The firm’s attorneys are licensed in Michigan and Florida and have been admitted to practice in other jurisdictions on a case-by-case basis. We have litigated cases in various states throughout the U.S. and have handled matters in foreign jurisdictions. Stephen K. Valentine, Jr. and Victoria A. Valentine are noted seminar lecturers and frequent contributors of articles published in the SMR Newsletter and in Agency Sales Magazine, published by Manufacturers’ Agents National Association (MANA), as well as other publications. There is no charge for the initial conference and SMR members are given a 10% discount on regular hourly fees. Fees are individually structured on a contingent and non-contingent basis depending on the client’s preference. References available.