Our Team (Law Firm Succession Planning Attorneys)
Behind Every Great Project is a Team of Passionate, Skilled, and Dedicated Professionals.
Michael S. Melfi
Attorney
Experienced entrepreneurial attorney who advises innovative businesses on financing, tax planning, acquisitions, and strategic growth, serving as both legal counsel and trusted advisor from startup through scale.
T: (313) 547-5747
E: mmelfi@mavacy.com
Richard Hoeg
Attorney
Richard Hoeg’s practice centers on small business formation, venture capital, private equity, and mergers and acquisitions, with particular expertise in software contracts, SaaS licensing models, and intellectual property. He has advised clients ranging from startups to established companies and is a recognized voice in digital media.
T: (313) 470-1943
E: rhoeg@mavacy.com
Joshua Williams
Attorney
Commercial real estate and corporate attorney who advises developers, investors, and business owners on real estate transactions, tax planning, and business structuring with a focus on strategic, financially informed counsel.
T: (404) 779-5304
E: jwilliams@mavacy.com
Emily Wisniewski
Attorney
An intellectual property and business attorney helping clients protect and grow brand value through trademarks, copyrights, licensing, business formation, contracts, and transactional support, including for nonprofits and M&A.
T: (517) 261-4442
E: ewisniewski@mavacy.com
Daniel Hilker
Attorney
An experienced trusts and estates attorney with a strong focus on estate planning, litigation, and probate matters, recognized as a Super Lawyers “Rising Star” for his work across Michigan courts.
T: (517) 583-2207
E: dhilker@mavacy.com
Martin T. Shepherd
Attorney
Martin brings over 20 years of experience in litigation and cybersecurity. Recognized as a thought leader, he advises high-stakes clients, leads innovation in legal strategy, and serves as CEO of CYDEF while holding leadership roles across the cybersecurity and legal sectors.
T: (248) 469-4086
E: mshepherd@mavacy.com