Susan M. Cook Phone: 989.893.3518 Practice Areas: Reorganizations, both informal and in bankruptcy; transactions; real property tax appeals Like her colleagues at Lambert, Leser, Isackson, Cook & Giunta, P.C., Susan Cook focuses on keeping her clients out of the courtroom. “Litigation should be the last resort,” she says. “It is expensive and time-consuming, pulling company representatives away from their jobs. In every case we take on, we strive to minimize the time and financial resources our clients have to spend achieving their goals.” While this is her primary goal, she has ample experience in the courtroom when a settlement is not possible. Susan is primarily involved in representing corporations and individuals in informal reorganizations and bankruptcy proceedings. She has represented a variety of debtors and creditors, including tier one and two automotive suppliers, hospitals, nursing homes, life-care facilities, garment manufacturers, technology companies and agribusiness entities. In addition, Susan represents clients in a wide range of transactions and business start-ups. She explains: “Where we contribute most strongly to the community is in business reorganizations – workouts. The businesses we have helped to reorganize are still in operation today, providing employment opportunities and contributing to the local economy. Susan and partner Rozanne Giunta are both members of the Facilitative Mediation Panel for the Eastern District of Michigan Bankruptcy Court. In this role, the two are called upon by attorneys and judges to mediate cases that might otherwise end up in litigation. Before joining Lambert Leser, Susan held positions with Whirlpool Corporation that required analysis of financial statements and ratios, and application of that analysis to improving business performance. She developed the ability to evaluate situations and solve problems pragmatically, while carefully considering the costs involved in obtaining desired solutions. Susan’s clients benefit from this insight, always going in with a solid understanding of the opportunities and challenges involved. “My job is to lead my clients toward the most practical, efficient solution for their situation,” Susan concludes. “Whether they are structuring a transaction, buying or selling a business, or considering reorganization or bankruptcy, I help them evaluate their situation and set realistic goals. Then we develop a plan of action and move forward together until we get there.” You can reach Susan at 989.893.3518 or scook@lambertleser.com. Michigan Super Lawyer Education:
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