Trent’s Accomplishments:
Academic
1989: Grandville High School, co-valedictorian
1993: Gustavus Adolphus College, magna cum laude
1996: University of Michigan Law School
Professional
Senior Partner at Miller Canfield, Michigan’s oldest law firm.
Leader of Miller Canfield Financial Institutions and Transactions Group
Legal and Finance
Represent national, regional and local banks in commercial lending transactions ranging from $1 million to $100 million.
Best Lawyers in America, Grand Rapids Lawyer of the Year, Banking and Finance Law, 2017 & 2020; Banking and Finance Law, 2013-present; Commercial Finance Law, Commercial Transactions / UCC Law, Real Estate Law, 2021-present
Chambers USA, Banking & Finance, 2013-present
Michigan Super Lawyers, Banking, 2012-present
Leading Lawyers: Banking and Finance Institutions Law, 2016-present; Real Estate Law: Finance, 2016-present
Grand Rapids Magazine, Top Lawyers, Banking & Financial Services, 2019 & 2022
Volunteer
First United Methodist Church, Grand Rapids, Cuba Mission Team, 1999-2000, 2003, 2006, 2013, 2017
Michigan Fire Juniors, Manager, 2017-2018
American Youth Soccer Organization, Coach, 2010-2016
University of Michigan Alumni Association
Association of Corporate Growth – West Michigan Chapter
Family Promise of Grand Rapids, Board of Directors, 2010-2012
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