Michael Best and Friedrich: Hosts reception for Milwaukee social services agency

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MICHAEL BEST & FRIEDRICH HOSTS RECEPTION
FOR MILWAUKEE SOCIAL SERVICES AGENCY

MILWAUKEE, WI (June 12, 2014) – On Monday, June 9 Michael Best & Friedrich LLP hosted a reception to celebrate their longstanding partnership with the United Community Center, a social services agency catering to the families of Milwaukee’s south side with programs for people of all ages and needs.

The reception featured chips and salsa from Café el Sol, music and dance performances by the Bomba y Plena students of the UCC and free information on the many programs and services offered at the UCC.

“We’re overjoyed to be a partner of Milwaukee’s United Community Center and this reception was a great way to celebrate our continued support,” said Michael Best partner Stephen Gigot of the afternoon’s festivities. “At the event, our firm was able to learn more about the UCC and get a glimpse of the different types of arts education the organization provides to the Hispanic community.”

Over the past decade, Michael Best employees have volunteered at the UCC career fair, provided legal work, and financially supported the organization. Additionally, José Olivieri, a partner at the Michael Best & Friedrich Milwaukee office, currently serves as Board President at the United Community Center. Additionally, partner Peter Coffey, is the longest standing board member of the organization.

About Michael Best & Friedrich LLP

Over the past 166 years, Michael Best has earned its reputation as a leading law firm. The firm has more than 220 attorneys in Milwaukee, Madison, Waukesha and Manitowoc, Wisconsin; Chicago, Illinois; Salt Lake City, Utah; and Washington, D.C. Michael Best’s main areas of practice include: corporate, intellectual property, labor and employment, land and resources (environmental and real estate), litigation, tax and wealth planning.