Lawrence G. Almeda, a shareholder in the Ann Arbor, MI office of Brinks Hofer Gilson & Lione, was recognized in the December 19, 2008 edition of Mlive.com, the online edition of The Ann Arbor News, as being named a Diversity Business Leader by Corp! Magazine, one of Michigan's most respected business magazines. Diversity Business Leaders were selected for their contributions to the community that promote and educate the public on diversity issues.