Timothy H. "Tim"

Smith

Associate

I gravitate toward more complicated legal matters – the ones that present novel or knotty challenges are the ones I enjoy. I have an aptitude for solving big problems and for navigating unchartered legal territories. Using creativity to solve conflict and forging positive outcomes for clients is extremely gratifying. Considering how convoluted litigation matters can get, I strive to communicate in clear terms to help clients make decisions that align with their values.

Concentrating on litigation and dispute resolution, Tim Smith represents clients in both state and federal courts. His areas of specialty include supply chain conflicts, appeals, contractual disputes, complex commercial litigation and constitutional litigation. He has also provided guidance and representation in false advertising cases. Tim’s outstanding legal mind and writing aptitude make him a go-to attorney for drafting federal court pleadings and motions, complex memoranda and demand letters.

Represent numerous large automotive suppliers in a variety of supply-chain disputes
Represent beverage and food ingredient manufacturers in contract disputes.
Represent investment and management group in dispute regarding alleged conversion of gas assets.
Member of multiple Warner teams defending against class actions.
Secured early dismissal of copyright action filed against major video game manufacturer.
Successfully obtained and defended against injunctive relief on behalf of automotive clients in supply chain litigation.
Represented landlords in action asserting constitutional challenges to New York City ordinances.

Appeals

Member of multiple Warner appeal teams def

Represent numerous large automotive suppliers in a variety of supply-chain disputes
Represent beverage and food ingredient manufacturers in contract disputes.
Represent investment and management group in dispute regarding alleged conversion of gas assets.
Member of multiple Warner teams defending against class actions.
Secured early dismissal of copyright action filed against major video game manufacturer.
Successfully obtained and defended against injunctive relief on behalf of automotive clients in supply chain litigation.
Represented landlords in action asserting constitutional challenges to New York City ordinances.

Appeals

Member of multiple Warner appeal teams defending against constitutional claims.
Kilian v. TCF National Bank, 343 Mich. App. 621 (2022): Won affirmance of trial court’s grant of summary disposition to trustee in action alleging breach of trust, breach of fiduciary duty, and fraudulent misrepresentation.
Lake Serv. Shipping Co. v. Grand River Navigation Co., Inc., Case No. 356073 (Mich. Ct. App. 2022): Member of Warner appeal team that won affirmance of $11 million jury verdict in contract dispute.

Timothy H. "Tim"
Smith

Associate

Represent numerous large automotive suppliers in a variety of supply-chain disputes
Represent beverage and food ingredient manufacturers in contract disputes.
Represent investment and management group in dispute regarding alleged conversion of gas assets.
Member of multiple Warner teams defending against class actions.
Secured early dismissal of copyright action filed against major video game manufacturer.
Successfully obtained and defended against injunctive relief on behalf of automotive clients in supply chain litigation.
Represented landlords in action asserting constitutional challenges to New York City ordinances.

Appeals

Member of multiple Warner appeal teams def

Represent numerous large automotive suppliers in a variety of supply-chain disputes
Represent beverage and food ingredient manufacturers in contract disputes.
Represent investment and management group in dispute regarding alleged conversion of gas assets.
Member of multiple Warner teams defending against class actions.
Secured early dismissal of copyright action filed against major video game manufacturer.
Successfully obtained and defended against injunctive relief on behalf of automotive clients in supply chain litigation.
Represented landlords in action asserting constitutional challenges to New York City ordinances.

Appeals

Member of multiple Warner appeal teams defending against constitutional claims.
Kilian v. TCF National Bank, 343 Mich. App. 621 (2022): Won affirmance of trial court’s grant of summary disposition to trustee in action alleging breach of trust, breach of fiduciary duty, and fraudulent misrepresentation.
Lake Serv. Shipping Co. v. Grand River Navigation Co., Inc., Case No. 356073 (Mich. Ct. App. 2022): Member of Warner appeal team that won affirmance of $11 million jury verdict in contract dispute.

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