Broadcasting from the Grand Traverse Resort on Aug. 7, The Michigan Opportunity podcast featured several guest interviewees attending the 2023 Center for Automotive Research Management Briefing Seminars.
Among the interviewees was Warner Norcross + Judd LLP Partner Tom Manganello, co-chair of the firm’s Automotive Industry Group and co-founder of MICHauto, Michigan’s only automotive, mobility and technology cluster association committed to promoting, retaining and growing Michgan’s signature industry.
Manganello’s interview begins at the 56:43 minute mark of the podcast – with an overview of Warner’s Automotive Industry Group, the firm’s presence in the state and its commitment to representing automotive suppliers. He speaks on Michigan’s automotive-focused groups, how MICHauto got its start and trending automotive advancements. He also addresses short-term and long-term industry issues and identifies key areas of improvement to keep Michigan’s automotive industry humming.
Listen to The Michigan Opportunity podcast here.
With a strong focus on the automotive industry, Tom Manganello represents clients in supply chain contracting issues and matters between suppliers and car companies. His vast experience includes automotive product liability and negligence trials, as well as compliance with NHTS regulations. In addition to handling numerous products cases, he advocates for clients in commercial litigation in warranty, recall and contract disputes. He also counsels manufacturing and industrial organizations in supply chain and commission sales disputes.
Warner’s Automotive Industry Group
With deep roots in the heart of the U.S. automotive industry, Warner provides proactive, timely and cutting-edge advice to suppliers throughout Detroit, North America and around the globe. Our attorneys are recognized leaders in every area of law that impacts the global automotive and mobility market. We understand the complex relationships between parts suppliers and vehicle manufacturers, and we stay on top of the laws, regulations and critical issues that are transforming this industry. From essential contract support and intellectual property protection to preemptive counsel on distressed suppliers, warranty and recall, litigation matters and corporate transactions, Warner’s multidisciplinary full service team anticipates and quickly responds to the challenges our clients face. Our extensive industry insight and deep supply chain experience, infused with the ability to quickly solve problems will keep your organization ahead of the curve.
About Warner
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