ROYAL OAK, Mich. – Brooks Kushman is pleased to announce that Michael D. Turner, Co-Chair of the firm’s Patent Prosecution practice, has been named to Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s 2026 Leaders in the Law class. The program recognizes attorneys and legal professionals for their professional achievement, leadership, dedication to clients and communities, mentorship, and contributions to the legal profession in Michigan.
Turner focuses his practice on domestic and international patent prosecution, with significant experience involving mechanical and electromechanical technologies, robotics, automation, systems, methods, and designs. His work includes developing patent protection strategies with an eye toward enforcement, licensing, litigation, and post-grant challenges. He also represents clients in Inter Partes Review proceedings, reexaminations, reissue proceedings, and matters before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.
In addition to his client work, Turner plays an active role in developing the next generation of intellectual property professionals. At Brooks Kushman, he is involved in recruiting, training, mentoring, and continuing legal education, including teaching the firm’s claims drafting training class and supporting internal legal education programs. He has also contributed to the firm’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives and mentoring program.
Turner’s commitment to education extends beyond the firm. He serves as a lecturer at the University of Michigan, teaching Innovation and Intellectual Property Strategy through its Center for Entrepreneurship. He is also involved with the Michigan Pro Bono Patent Project, helping inventors obtain patent protection, and volunteers with P.B.J. Outreach, Inc. in the Detroit area.
The 2026 Leaders in the Law honorees will be recognized at an awards luncheon on November 20, 2026, at The Mint at Michigan First Conference Center in Lathrup Village, Michigan.
About Brooks Kushman P.C.
Founded in 1983, Brooks Kushman P.C. has built a national reputation as a premier intellectual property and technology law firm. We accomplish this with the understanding that the most effective IP solutions come from putting great minds together – our clients and our own. With offices across the country, we forge strong relationships with corporations, small to medium-sized businesses, and leading universities.
Brooks Kushman counts a number of Fortune 100 Corporations across a variety of industries among its clients. Our attorneys have a deep understanding and broad range of experience in a variety of industries and technologies, including automotive, AI & data, automation, consumer electronics, manufacturing, medical device, computer technology, aerospace, chemicals, biotechnology, retail, food & beverage, green technology, fintech, and more. We are also recognized by leading legal publications and rankings, including, Best Lawyers, Law360, Intellectual Asset Management, Managing Intellectual Property, and World Trademark Review. For more information, please visit www.BrooksKushman.com.