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Her practice focuses on commercial litigation and creditors\u2019 rights, with deep experience in loan enforcement, insolvency, bankruptcy, and receiverships.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Danielle brings that same focus and dedication to the Kalamazoo community, where she has taken on leadership roles with a wide range of civic organizations. She currently serves on the boards of Southwest Michigan First, the Kalamazoo County Juvenile Home Foundation, and is the incoming chair of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Board of Directors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A strong advocate for advancing women in leadership, Danielle has served as a panelist for the Southwest Michigan First Women Business Leaders forum, where she joined prominent regional executives to address gender equity in leadership, equal pay, and peer mentorship.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She also leads within the legal profession, guided by her belief that leadership is best demonstrated through service. As the former\u2014and longtime\u2014District F Commissioner for the State Bar of Michigan, she represented lawyers across Southwest Michigan, from Battle Creek to the lakeshore, and Grand Rapids to the state line, ensuring their voices are heard in state-wide decision-making. 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