Biography
At the firm Bendure & Thomas, Marc E. Thomas is a distinguished attorney well known for his experience in business litigation and tax law. From a remarkable career spanning over four decades, he has earned a reputation as a formidable advocate, renowned for his comprehensive knowledge and exceptional legal skills.
Mr. Thomas pursued his legal education at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law in Detroit, Michigan, where he earned his Juris Doctor degree in 1975. He further honed his legal acumen by obtaining an LL.M. in Taxation from Wayne State University Law School in 1994. During his undergraduate years at Michigan State University, he demonstrated his commitment to excellence by earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1972.
Throughout his esteemed career, Mr. Thomas has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal practice. His extensive experience has been instrumental in shaping his insightful approach to both litigation and advisory roles. His notable accomplishments include numerous successful representations in business litigation cases and the provision of strategic tax planning advice to clients from diverse industries.
Education
- University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, Detroit, Michigan
- J.D. - 1975
- Law Review, Journal of Urban Law, now University of Detroit Mercy Law Review, Editor-in-Chief, 1974, 1975
- Wayne State University Law School, Detroit, Michigan
- LL.M. - 1994
- Major: Taxation
- Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
- B.A., Bachelor of Arts
- Honors: M.S.U. Varsity Club
Pro-Bono Activities
- The American Society of IRS Problem Solvers, Member
- Member, Michigan State University Varsity Alumni Club, intercollegiate baseball and lacrosse, freshman ice hockey
Past Positions
- The Hon Lawrence Gubow, US District Court Judge, ED Mich, Law Clerk, 1975 to 1977
Published Works
- Author: Comment, 52 U Det J Urb L 115 (1974), now "U Det Mercy L Rev"
Professional Associations
- State Bar of Michigan, Sections on Business Law, Litigation, Probate & Estate Planning, and Taxation, Member
- Detroit Bar Association, Member
- Oakland County Bar Association, Member
- American Bar Associations sections on Litigation, Real Property, Trust & Estate Law, Taxation, and Law Practice Management, Member
Current Employment Position
- Attorney
Practice Areas
- Business Litigation
- Tax Law
Bar Admissions
- Michigan, 1975
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan
- U.S. Tax Court
- U.S. Court of Appeals 6th Circuit
- U.S. Supreme Court, 1981
Honors
- Clarence M. Burton Scholar, 1974-1975
- Peer reviewed by Martindale-Hubbell AV®, highest rating
- Michigan Super Lawyer, 2006-2019
- Best Lawyers in America 2001-2019