About Jonathan Bernard
Jonathan B — Frank is a principal at Frank & Frank Law, located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. His practice primarily makes a speciality of civil litigation, labor law, real property, and business litigation. In addition to those regions, Mr. Frank offers arbitration, facilitated negotiation, and facilitation offerings tailor-made to business disputes. This comprehensive strategy lets in him to address many legal issues successfully. Born in Detroit on April 1, 1961, Mr. Frank has deep roots in Michigan.
He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree with distinction from Stanford University in 1982, showcasing his educational prowess early on. Following this, he pursued his Juris Doctor diploma on the University of Michigan Law School, graduating cum laude in 1985. During his time in law program, he distinguished himself as a finalist within the prestigious Campbell Moot Court Competition and received the Gussin Award for Trial Work, highlighting his skills in advocacy and legal proceedings. Admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 1989, Mr. Frank also holds membership in the State Bar of California, where he was licensed in 1985. His expert affiliations prolong beyond state bars; he has served as a board member for the Oakland County Bar Association, the place he chaired each the Circuit Court and Business Court Committees. Additionally, he is a member in good standing of several sections within the State Bar of Michigan, including Litigation, Business, Appellate Practice, Intellectual Property, and Alternative Dispute Resolution.
Mr. Frank is also a prolific writer, contributing to legal literature with several publications. Notably, he wrote "Understanding and Efficiently Resolving Software Development Disputes," which used to be featured within the Oakland County Bar Association's Laches magazine in January 2025. Another significant piece, "Don't Overlook the Red Flag Defense," seemed within the Michigan Bar Journal in July 2024. These publications reflect his dedication to sharing knowledge and advancing legal knowing in his regions of expertise. In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Frank is devoted to public service work.
He served as a board member for the Detroit Police Athletic League from 2012 to 2023, contributing to formative years development in the community. Since 2013, he has been involved with the Detroit Urban Debate League, fostering critical thinking and debate skills amongst college students. His leadership roles additionally consist of serving as president of the Detroit Chapter of the American Jewish Committee from 2009 to 2011 and being a board member for Jewish Family Services from 2005 to 2010. These experiences demonstrate his commitment to each legal excellence and network engagement.
