Butzel Long, founded in 1854, is one of the leading law firms with offices throughout Michigan, Washington, D.C., Florida and China. The firm also operates in Ann Arbor, Mich. The firm is a founding member of Lex Mundi, one of the largest associations of independent law firms from throughout the world. Butzel Long represents more than 8,000 clients in wide ranging industries, including automotive, manufacturing, banking and financial services, retail and wholesale distribution, insurance, professional services, health care, advertising, media, publishing, technology and computers, marine, transportation, construction, utilities, and real estate. The firm specializes in global trade and international business issues. Its practice areas include admiralty, marine and waterfront development, advertising and marketing law, alternative dispute resolution philosophy, appellate, and bond. It also offers services in business litigation, business, corporate and taxation, China practice, commercial and industrial property assessment appeals, commercial lending and workout, and bankruptcy practice.