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Secrest Wardle Partner Michael P. Salhaney Participates in Make-A-Wish Foundation's Annual Wish-A-Mile Bicycle Tour

Mr. Salhaney rode 300 miles over 3 days! Secrest Wardle sponsored casual days to raise funds for the event

On July 27, 2017 Michael P. Salhaney, a Partner located in Secrest Wardle's Troy office, and member of the Firm's Municipal, Family Law, and Governmental Litigation Practice Groups, began a three-day, 300 mile bicycle ride as a part of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan's Wish-A-Mile (WAM) Bicycle Tour.

Mr. Salhaney rode from Traverse City to the Michigan International Speedway on behalf of a Wish Hero named Zachary. He kept the struggles Zachary has endured in mind throughout his journey. The Troy Times published an article, “Troy Attorney Takes His Turns for 300-Mile Trek for Make-A-Wish,” featuring an interview with Mr. Salhaney regarding his participation in the event.

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Since 1998, Mr. Salhaney has proudly supported the Make-A-Wish Foundation. He previously served the organization as Food Committee chairman. The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan supports children with life-threatening medical conditions in an effort to help them and their families with Hope, Strength and Joy during their illnesses. Granting wishes supports the children and their families to improve their quality of life. For more information about the organization or to donate, please visit the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan’s website.

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Each week throughout the year, Secrest Wardle employees in all three of the Firm's office locations have the option to participate in “Casual Fridays.” In exchange for a $5.00 cash donation, business casual attire is permitted. Employees are encouraged to suggest charities for sponsorship. The Firm has devoted three “Casual Fridays” in 2017 to raising funds for Mr. Salhaney’s passion. Including the Firm’s efforts, over $2,400,000.00 was raised for the Make-A- Wish Foundation of Michigan through the WAM Bicycle Tour! In 2016, Secrest Wardle served as a corporate sponsor of the WAM Bicycle Tour.

Secrest Wardle is a law firm specializing in defense litigation and counsel for insurance, municipal, and commercial clients headquartered in Troy, Michigan, with additional offices in Grand Rapids and Lansing. For additional information, please visit www.secrestwardle.com.

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