Municipal Law

LogoIn the Municipal Law area, we have represented local governments throughout Michigan, including counties, cities, villages, and townships. From drafting ordinances to defending takings claims or participating in complex multi-party litigation, our firm is fully equipped to provide assistance and guidance to municipalities in the areas of real property, environmental protection and regulation, land use, zoning, access to government issues, and general municipal law.

In addition, municipalities are often eager to facilitate the cleanup of contaminated properties within their jurisdiction — often called brownfields — to increase their tax base and further their economic development. Our firm has the expertise to select the most effective tools to facilitate financing, limit liability, and streamline the development process in partnership with public and private development interests.


RECENT NEWS

Firm Members Celebrate 25 Years Together in the Law

Jim Olson, Doreen Schramski, and Ruth Ann Liebziet first began working together 25 years ago. The firm is both incredibly appreciative of their outstanding service, and was happy to celebrate this special anniversary together.

See a photo here. 

Wind Power is Good for Michigan

Wind power is good for Michigan's economy. 24 renewable energy projects have been built here, by Michigan workers. ... Other Great Lakes states have increased their renewable energy standards beyond 10 percent. We can lead with them, or lag behind.

Shouldn't we lead?

Read Chris Bzdok's Forum piece at the Traverse City Record-Eagle. 

Jeffrey L. Jocks Becomes Partner

We are proud to announce that Jeffrey L. Jocks is a shareholder and partner with our firm.

Jeff has been with our firm since 2004 and specializes in environmental law, local government, water law, real property, and estate planning.

Learn more about Jeff here. 

Firm Recognized as a "Bicycle Friendly Business"

The League of American Bicyclists has recognized the long-standing, active promotion of cycling within business culture as practiced by Olson, Bzdok & Howard for many years, and has designated the firm as a bicycle-friendly business at the League's "Silver Level".

Read more at the League's website here.