The Honorable Jeremy Darnell Bowie is a proud graduate of Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science-Prelaw. After graduating, Judge Bowie lived in the District of Columbia, working in the United States Senate for Senator Carl Levin (D-MI) and in the White House during the Barack Obama administration.
Judge Bowie returned to Michigan in the fall of 2012 and enrolled in Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School, earning his Juris Doctor in May 2015. In March 2016, he began working for the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, prosecuting misdemeanor and felony domestic violence cases at the 36th District Court and Third Circuit Court in Detroit, Michigan. He resigned in February 2020 and entered private practice. Most recently, he worked at The Perkins Law Group, PLLC in Detroit, where he oversaw the legal research and writing of over 500 state cases and 16 federal cases, specializing in state and federal criminal defense.
On December 14, 2022, Judge Bowie was appointed to the 50th Judicial District Court in Pontiac, Michigan, by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and he assumed the bench on January 9, 2023.
Outside of work, Judge Bowie enjoys traveling, mentoring, reading, golfing, sports, and spending time with family and friends. During the school year, he dedicates his evenings and weekends to mentoring students at the International Technology Academy in Pontiac, Michigan. He also mentors on the Wings of Fire (Team 51), a FIRST Robotics Team.
Judge Bowie is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, initiated into the Gamma Lambda Chapter in Detroit, Michigan, on November 4, 2017.
Education:
- Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D.
- Michigan State University, B.A.
State Bar Admissions:
- Michigan, 2016
- District of Columbia, 2017
Federal Bar Admissions:
- Eastern District of Michigan, 2016
- Western District of Oklahoma, 2022
Jasmine Owens advises clients in automotive product liability cases and class actions. She has experience advising major auto manufacturers on discovery and pretrial matters for automotive warranty and lemon law cases. Jasmine has managed a portfolio of cases including document review, document production, motions practice, and advising local counsel on strategy.
Prior Experience
- Served as a public defender representing clients in pretrial hearings in a domestic violence courtroom
- Served as a research attorney at the Michigan Court of Appeals, preparing research reports and proposed opinions for cases before the court
Judicial Internships and Externships
- Judicial Intern to the Honorable Marianne O. Battani, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
- Judicial Extern to the Honorable Robert P. Young, Jr., Michigan Supreme Court
Education
- University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, J.D., 2018, magna cum laude
- Dean’s List
- Law Review
- Detroit Mercy Law Fellows Award
- Dean’s Scholarship for Excellence
- Frank Murphy Honor Society
- Moot Court
- Black Law Students Association, Treasurer (2016-2017)
- Wayne State University, B.A., 2015, summa cum laude
- Major: Criminal Justice
- Dean’s List
- Presidential Scholarship
- Rosa Parks Foundation Scholarship
- Honors College Certificate of Academic Achievement
- Honors Student Association
- Pre-Law Students Association
Bar Admissions
Professional Associations
- State Bar of Michigan
- Wolverine Bar Association
- Detroit Bar Association
Additional Interests
In her spare time, Jasmine enjoys collecting art and writing poetry, short stories, and music. She is currently working on a picture book for children.
Bejeir is an experienced intellectual property attorney with a practice focused on U.S. and foreign patent preparation and prosecution in the materials science, mechanical and electromechanical arts. In particular, Bejeir has expertise in ceramic materials for ballistic applications and semiconductor processing equipment, as well as titanium and nickel alloys in aerospace and oil and gas industries. A key part of Bejeir’s success has been his ability to develop intellectual property strategies based on his extensive industry experience while balancing client goals and industry trends.
With his multifaceted engineering background and legal expertise, Bejeir is a solid asset for our client teams. His dedication to protecting innovation and guiding clients through the complexities of patent protection has earned him a well-deserved reputation as a highly respected patent attorney who works seamlessly with innovators across a variety of industries.
Industry Experience
Bejeir began his professional journey as a Senior Engineer at a Department of Defense contractor. During his tenure, Bejeir worked extensively with suppliers, contributing to the manufacturing, development, and testing of new ceramic materials for ballistic applications. He conducted thorough analysis and improvement of various ceramics processes, including pressing, HIP (hot isostatic pressing), and encapsulating. His expertise in ceramic testing covered areas such as glasses, coatings, ballistic and non-ballistic solutions, and insulative properties, among others. Furthermore, as an Integrated Program Team Lead, he demonstrated his exceptional leadership skills in managing system/subsystem teams, preparing budgets, and directing workforce efforts.
Bejeir’s passion for innovation and intellectual property rights also led him to work with the United States Army as a Senior Engineer, where he played a key role in project management, intellectual property strategy development, and engineering oversight throughout program lifecycles.
Bejeir has also served in the position of Patent Examiner at the United States Patent & Trademark Office. In this role, he diligently reviewed patent applications, conducted prior art searches, and ensured compliance with formal USPTO requirements.
In his spare time, Bejeir enjoys attending local music shows, cooking and engaging with his community.
Education
- LL.M. Homeland and National Security Law, Western Michigan University Law School
- LL.M. Corporate Law and Finance, Western Michigan University Law School
- LL.M. Intellectual Property, Western Michigan University Law School
- J.D., cum laude, Western Michigan University Law School
- M.S., Materials Science and Engineering, Michigan State University
- B.S., Materials Science and Engineering, Michigan State University
Admissions
- United States Patent and Trademark Office
- State Bar of Michigan
Terrence G. Quinn, Esq. is the President of The TGQ Law Firm and is licensed to practice law by the State Bar of Michigan.
Education
- University of Michigan Law School – Juris Doctor
- Recruiting Coordinator, Black Law Students’ Alliance
- Contributing Editor, Michigan Technology and Telecommunications Law Review
- University of Michigan, Ann Arbor – Bachelor of Arts in English
- Member, Michigan Wolverine Football Team (1997 National Championship Team)
- Student Athlete Advisory Council Member
Professional Background
Terrence brings a strong blend of academic excellence, athletic discipline, and leadership from his time at the University of Michigan both as a law student and student-athlete.
Honors & Recognition
- Honored with “Terrence Quinn Day” by the City of Flint
- Recipient of the Key to the City of Flint