Huntington National Bank v. Bruinsma (In re Kentwood Pharmacy, L.L.C.)

OPINION REGARDING VALIDITY OF ASSERTED LANDLORD’S LIEN

JAMES D. GREGG, Chief Judge.

I. JURISDICTION

This court has jurisdiction over this bankruptcy case. 28 U.S.C. § 1334. This case and all related proceedings have been referred to this court for decision. 28 U.S.C. § 157(a); Local Rule 83.2(a) (W.D.Mich.). This adversary proceeding is a statutory core proceeding because the plaintiff seeks to determine the validity, extent, or priority of a lien. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(K).

II.ISSUES

Does a common law landlord’s lien exist in Michigan? Is The Huntington National Bank entitled to a declaratory…