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Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is a corporate law firm with over 230 attorneys serving clients in nine offices throughout Michigan. Among the largest law firms in Michigan, Warner works in virtually all areas of business law.

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James E. “Jim” Romzek is being remembered today as a fierce advocate for his clients, an attorney who loved his work and was guided by an unwavering moral compass. Mr. Romzek passed away on May 22, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. His legacy is one of legal excellence, steadfast integrity and deep devotion to his family, clients and colleagues.

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Mr. Romzek was part of the Warner family for 20 years. As a longtime executive partner of the firm’s Macomb County office, he played a pivotal role in expanding Warner’s presence in southeast Michigan. He was widely respected as a skilled and trusted legal counselor, serving many of his clients much like an outside general counsel.

Drawing on his broad background in corporate and general business law, Mr. Romzek offered strategic guidance across a wide range of legal matters. His clients valued not only his practical wisdom and meticulous attention to detail, but also his foresight in identifying and helping prevent potential challenges before they emerged.

Known for his problem-solving mindset, Mr. Romzek often became the first call for his clients — whether the issue fell within his core practice areas or not — because they trusted him to bring in the right resources and to oversee matters with diligence and care.

One of his partners remembered him by saying: “Above all, Jim was known for his fierce commitment to his clients and to the firm. Honest and straightforward, he was truly devoted about doing what he needed to do for them. He thoroughly enjoyed his work and was a tenacious client advocate, never happier than when he was immersed in a complex legal matter. Jim was definitely someone you wanted to have on your side.”

The son of a Detroit police officer, Mr. Romzek had a strong sense of right and wrong and a deep respect for the rule of law. He earned a Bachelor of Science <em>cum laude</em> from Oakland University in 1981 and went on to graduate <em>summa cum laude</em> from Detroit College of Law.

Mr. Romzek made his home in Macomb County, where he was a proud and active member of St. Peter Lutheran Church. He cherished time with his family and was an avid hockey fan who also loved music, golf and reading.

Mr. Romzek’s contributions to the legal profession, his loyalty to his clients and his generous spirit endure as a lasting legacy. We hold his wife, Debbie, and their two adult children in our hearts. He made Warner a stronger firm — and we will miss him dearly.

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