REEDER MURPHY P.C. - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Assistant
- Attorney
- Managing Partner
Bryan attended Wabash College where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 2008. Afterward, Bryan attended and graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2011.
Bryan proudly focuses his practice on representing business, estate planning, and real estate clients. He readily dedicates his time and effort with each and every client to provide value for their immediate needs, but also to look for solutions and recommendations that will serve the client in the future.
Bryan is married with two children. He enjoys sports, boating, traveling, and spending time with his wife, kids, and friends.
Jeff Black is an Associate Attorney with Reeder Murphy, and his practice areas include Estate Planning, Probate Estate & Trust Administration, Business & Corporate Law, and Real Estate.
Jeff enjoys helping individuals navigate their way through the law and the legal system in a down-to-earth manner.
I joined RM in 2005 after earning my bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis on accounting from Davenport University. I quickly found my passion of advocating for clients that encounter various tax issues with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or the State of Michigan, and have been doing that ever since. During my tenure at RM I continued my education at Davenport University earning a master's degree in business administration as well as the IRS designation of Enrolled Agent, empowering me to represent taxpayers before the Department of Treasury. I am also a member of the National Association of Tax Professionals and serve as the expert resource in my field with Legal Aid of West Michigan.
Job Titles:
- Assistant
- Legal Assistant
- Managing Partner
Lisa Peterson is the legal assistant to our managing partner, Bryan D. Reeder, whose client practice areas include Business Law, Corporate and Commercial Law, Real Estate Law, Elder Law, Estate and Trust Administration, and Estate Planning & Probate. She is also the legal assistant to Jeffrey M. Black whose client practice areas include Business and Corporate Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate, Probate, Guardianships & Conservatorships, Family Law, and Business and Commercial Litigation.
Lisa is a graduate of Union High School and has worked in the legal field since 1998. Before joining Reeder Murphy in 2013, She worked with numerous legal and banking professionals in Grand Rapids, focusing on a variety of legal services from Real Estate and Family Law to Bankruptcy and Foreclosure Proceedings.
When Lisa is not keeping her attorneys in line, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Craig, and their daughter, Anna. Lisa is a life-long "westsider" and will happily recommend her favorite places to have eat, drink, or play on her favorite side of town. While her home is under constant remodeling because she can never leave well enough alone, she does find time to travel with her family and close group of girlfriends.
Job Titles:
- Administrative Assistant
- Administrative Assistant at RM
Mareesa Allen is the administrative assistant at RM, which makes her the first voice you hear over the phone, and the first smile you meet in the office. She operates both on the front line and behind the scenes, assisting clients and attorneys, and maintaining an orderly, well-stocked supply room (and coffee station). "No small act goes unnoticed," is Mareesa's philosophy; and she delights in knowing her support equips the team to best serve our clients. Here at RM, we value relationships with our clients; so regardless of the legal matter, Mareesa warmly greets each person to ensure their welcome and comfort.
Mareesa is originally from Northern Illinois and holds both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Vocal Performance. She loves to connect with people and believes diverse languages and cultures offer new lenses through which to see the world. She lived in Miami for about 3 years, entonces si hablas español, a ella le gustaría practicar contigo! Although new to Grand Rapids, Mareesa has settled in quickly and looks forward to many years in this vibrant city. She enjoys singing in the church choir and teaches voice lessons in her free time. Each week, she meets with friends to play volleyball (watch out for her wicked serve) and belongs to a women's book club. At the end of the day, Mareesa visits her husband to cook one of their many favorite meals and appreciates nature with a walk around the neighborhood. With the many bird-watching opportunities in Michigan, she's never disappointed! So much beauty exists all around; and especially in this day and age, it's important to pause and recognize the small things that bring us joy. Mareesa hopes to share that joy in every aspect of life.
Job Titles:
- Veteran Disability Specialist
Mark specializes in Veteran Disability claims, whether an initial claim or one that needs to be appealed for a higher rating. A third of our veterans rate a disability rating with compensation yet many are unaware of this benefit. Mark seeks to assist the veteran in navigating this process and submits their paperwork to the Veterans Administration (VA).
Mark joined Reeder Murphy in early 2021 to advocate for veterans with the VA. As a veteran himself, requiring assistance with a disability claim, he came to Reeder Murphy in 2014 as a client, where he had a favorable outcome. This "favorable outcome" led him to a career in veteran disability assistance.
Mark grew up in a military family serving himself on active duty for over 13 years as a commissioned officer in the US Coast Guard. Several of those years were overseas and assigned to old World War II ice-breaking buoy tenders. His active duty includes ten weeks in 1989 on scene at a crude oil spill at the grounding of the EXXON VALDEX. He understands veterans and their needs, what they go through and how it changes them. He likes to golf, swim, fish, and ski. He has too many interests and too little time.
Prior to joining Reeder Murphy Mark had over 20 years in manufacturing leadership roles in Texas, Illinois, and West Michigan. He has his BA in Biology from Saint Olaf College in Minnesota where he also learned to speak Norwegian, and a much more relevant MBA from Lake Forest Graduate School of Management, Chicago.
He always seeks to do right for others, be it as the Mayor of the City of Hudsonville, a Boy Scout adult leader, a local YMCA lifeguard or as the Chair of the Advisory Board for the military radio talk show Frontlines of Freedom.
Mark will always offer you a kind word and seeks to serve others. If you are a veteran or know of one, that needs help with a disability claim give him a call. But do not ask him for any sea stories unless you got lots of spare time.
Miles J. Murphy III is a Grand Rapids native and graduate of the University of Notre Dame (B.A. in Economic) and University of Detroit School of Law. Miles has practiced in Grand Rapids since 1986 and specializes in a variety of litigation and administrative law areas including Family Law, Personal Injury/Insurance, Veterans' Law, Criminal and License Restoration, and General Civil Litigation.
Miles is admitted to practice in Michigan (1986) as well as the U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan; Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals; and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan.
Miles has extensive bench and jury trial experience in various Michigan Circuit Courts.
Miles is active in the Grand Rapids Bar Association Pro Bono and Kent County Case Evaluator programs. Miles is also a member of bar organizations including: Grand Rapids Bar Association; National Organization of Veterans Attorneys (NOVA); National Organization of Social Security Claimant Representatives (NOSSCR); and Knights of Columbus (Council #13499).
Miles is happily married to his wife Cindy and they are the proud parents of four children. Miles is active at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Grand Rapids. In his free time, Miles enjoys coaching, travel, and various sports including running, basketball, and golf. Miles also has participated in voluntary activities including tutoring with the Grand Rapids Public Schools and pro bono activities.
Education
University of Notre Dame, B.A.
University of Detroit School of Law, J.D.
Job Titles:
- Attorney
- Associate With Reeder Murphy P.C. He
Rick Conklin is an Associate with Reeder Murphy P.C. He is a Grand Rapids, Michigan native and has been with the firm since the Fall of 2020. Rick is an Eagle Scout, and his hobbies include hiking, rock climbing, camping, aerial photography, and spending time with his family.