The firm was co-founded in 1969 by Richard Kitch and Richard F. Suhrheinrich (now a Senior Federal Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Judge), both experienced litigators, especially in malpractice and products liability cases.
While many firms have grown primarily through mergers and acquisitions, the Kitch firm has experienced all of its growth to date through its focus on strong client partnerships, leadership in the practice of law, and successful business practices. The firm has grown from four attorneys in 1969 to 19 attorneys in 1980 to over 100 attorneys and six offices in the Great Lakes region in 2008.
We are committed to providing excellent service in every aspect of our client relationships. There are no delusions in the firm about who is paying the bills. Here are the basic tenets of our service:
When a client asks a question, we give them a clear answer within a reasonable period of time and at a reasonable cost.
When a client calls one of our attorneys, the attorney will either take the call immediately or return it promptly.
When a client needs information, we get it to the client as quickly as we can — no delays and no excuses.
Every attorney in the firm understands that commitment to quality must be continuous and unwavering, from the prompt return of client calls to management of the most complex trial or transaction. Quality requires meeting client needs efficiently and in a way that maximizes results. It also necessitates making hard work, creativity and timely action part of our belief system. In this respect, we believe in exhaustive homework and extensive legwork. We believe in carefully mapping our strategy in discussions with the client.
We believe that every document we write and every exhibit we prepare should be thoroughly reviewed before it becomes a part of the record in a case. We believe that every opinion we generate should be based on a complete understanding of the relevant statutes, regulations and case law. We believe that every document we prepare for our clients or for a court should be clear and meaningful, or it should not go out the door.