As an Administrative Specialist, Amanda supports the firm’s water resources practice with precision and professionalism. She manages a wide range of responsibilities—from document organization and client communication to research assistance, scheduling, and on-site meeting coordination. Amanda regularly attends Days of Review and other public proceedings, where she helps ensure seamless coordination between attorneys, engineers, and local officials. Her attention to detail and dependable support keep projects on track and clients well-informed.

Amanda brings valuable industry knowledge to her role, drawing on prior experience at an engineering firm where she focused on county drain and special assessments. That experience gave her a strong foundation in how these projects are planned and implemented in the field. She is also certified as a Michigan Certified Assessing Technician (MCAT), which deepens her knowledge of property taxation and the assessment process—key components in many infrastructure and water resource projects. Now supporting these efforts on the legal side, Amanda bridges the practical and legal aspects of the work, making her a valuable resource to the firm and its clients.

Outside the office, Amanda enjoys spending time with family and friends and making the most of Michigan summers. She loves being outdoors, especially on the water, and enjoys staying active, exploring the state, traveling, trying new restaurants, and taking time to unplug and recharge.

EXPERIENCE

• Assisted with easement acquisition and administration in support of water resources matters
• Reviewed and organized deeds, easements, and other recorded documents to help maintain accurate and accessible project files
• Assisted with historical deed and right-of-way research and analysis
• Supported special assessment processes, including assessment-related documentation and the preparation of assessment rolls for Section 197 Days of Review involving district boundaries and apportionments; provided ongoing assessment support and year-end documentation to promote accurate recordkeeping and compliance
• Assisted with statutory and procedural compliance for drain projects and related public processes
• Supported landowner coordination and related project follow-through
• Assisted with the administration and tracking of landowner testimony materials for public proceedings and hearings
• Supported Drain Office administrative operations by helping keep records, workflows, and documentation organized and on schedule