Kreis Enderle Welcomes Four New Associates to the Firm

Kreis Enderle is pleased to welcome four new associates to the firm: Kirsten Durant, Gabbie Howitson, Shaza Hussein, and Parker Shaw. All four recently passed the Michigan Bar Exam and celebrated their admission to the State Bar of Michigan at their respective swearing-in ceremonies.

Our new associates bring diverse educational backgrounds, valuable legal insights, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional client service. Working from our three offices, they will support clients across a range of practice areas, including business, family, estate planning, real estate, health care, and civil litigation.

Kirsten Durant – Portage Office

Kirsten Durant focuses her practice on family law and also assists clients with estate planning and civil litigation. She approaches her work with compassion, emphasizing clear communication and helping clients feel informed and supported as they navigate challenging legal matters.

Kirsten earned her Juris Doctor from Wayne State University Law School, where she participated in moot court and served in leadership roles with the Family Law Society and the Women’s Law Caucus. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Oakland University. Kirsten previously served as a summer associate at Kreis Enderle before returning to the firm as an attorney.

Gabbie Howitson – Battle Creek Office

Gabbie Howitson focuses her practice on estate planning and business law. She is committed to helping individuals, families, and businesses understand their legal options and make informed decisions about their futures. Her approach includes careful listening, thoughtful analysis, and personalized client service.

Gabbie earned her Juris Doctor from Wayne State University Law School and holds a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology/biotechnology from Michigan State University. Before joining Kreis Enderle, she gained legal experience in private practice and at the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office.

Shaza Hussein – Portage Office

Shaza Hussein focuses her practice on business law, estate planning, and health care law. She brings experience in assisting with commercial contracts, business transactions, corporate structuring, and regulatory matters. Shaza emphasizes thorough preparation and responsive communication to help clients navigate legal challenges and achieve their objectives.

Shaza graduated cum laude from the University of Illinois College of Law and earned her bachelor’s degree in health services management with high distinction from Indiana University Northwest. She previously served as a law clerk at Kreis Enderle and gained additional experience as a legal extern at Carle Health.

Parker Shaw – Battle Creek Office

Parker Shaw focuses his practice on business law, real estate, and estate planning, with a particular interest in transactional matters. Drawing on his background in international business and experience supporting litigation, Parker emphasizes careful preparation, clear communication, and an understanding of clients’ goals.

Parker earned his Juris Doctor from Wayne State University Law School, where he participated in moot court, served as the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Business Law, and held a leadership role in the Business Law Society. He graduated cum laude from Butler University with a bachelor’s degree in international business. He previously joined Kreis Enderle as a summer associate before returning to begin his legal career.

Building on a Tradition of Client Service

The addition of Kirsten, Gabbie, Shaza, and Parker reflects Kreis Enderle’s commitment to developing talented attorneys and to providing clients with exceptional, knowledgeable, and responsive legal counsel.

We congratulate each of our new associates on passing the Michigan Bar Exam and achieving this important professional milestone. We are excited to welcome them to the legal profession and look forward to their contributions to our clients, our firm, and the communities we serve.