Zausmer has been honored as a Best Legacy Law Firm of 2025, recognizing decades of steady growth, strong culture, and legal excellence.
Zausmer, one of Michigan’s largest and most respected law firms, has been named to Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s “Best Legacy Law Firms 2025” list, which recognizes businesses that have shown prolonged success and an ability to successfully navigate changing client needs, legal developments, technology, and economic environments. The honor underscores Zausmer’s sustained success over 37 years, marked by consistent growth, high standards, and deep community engagement.
Founded with just nine attorneys and a mission to build a collegial firm rooted in mutual respect, Zausmer has grown to nearly 90 legal professionals. The firm has built a reputation for delivering creative, pragmatic counsel in commercial law, insurance, real estate, renewable energy, and a variety of litigation practice areas. A legal force in Michigan, Zausmer remains anchored by its original values: hire good people, deliver excellent work, and treat clients and colleagues with respect.
Michigan Lawyers Weekly cited Zausmer’s ability to combine large-firm capabilities with boutique-level responsiveness, its steady workforce growth, and its major litigation wins. Zausmer has built its sterling reputation through landmark victories, including the Gordie Howe International Bridge Project, ITC Thumb Loop Project, and Wayne County Criminal Justice Project. The firm’s culture of hiring professionals who excel at their craft and contribute to a collaborative and supportive environment was also noted. Beyond legal work, Zausmer has embedded community service into its identity. From sponsoring tuition and bar exam prep for minority students, to firm leaders serving on boards such as City Year Detroit, Math Corps, Forgotten Harvest, and Jewish Family Service, Zausmer’s impact extends well beyond the courtroom.
With a track record of client loyalty, Zausmer continues to thrive by holding fast to its founding mission: delivering excellent results while building a workplace where people want to stay and grow.
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