Atty. Adam B. Norlander

Atty. Adam B. Norlander

Adam Norlander represents national and regional financial institutions in the structuring, negotiation, and documentation of commercial, agented and syndicated lending transactions. His experience encompasses leveraged buyout and leveraged recapitalization loans, asset-based loans, real estate financing, letters of credit and bankers acceptance facilities, and multi-rate, multi-currency loans and facilities.

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Profile Summary

About Adam B. Norlander at a glance

Adam B. Norlander is a business attorney based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Bodman PLC. Admitted to practice in Michigan, State Bar of Michigan. Educated at Kalamazoo College (B.A.) and Michigan State University (J.D.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026). Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Adam Norlander represents national and regional financial institutions in the structuring, negotiation, and documentation of commercial, agented and syndicated lending transactions
  • His experience encompasses leveraged buyout and leveraged recapitalization loans, asset-based loans, real estate financing, letters of credit and bankers acceptance facilities, and multi-rate, multi-currency loans and facilities
  • He has particular experience in transactions involving borrowers in the environmental services and automotive industries
  • Before joining Bodman in November 2018, Mr. Norlander was a principal in the Detroit office of a large law firm where he served as co-leader of the Banking and Finance Group
  • Mr. Norlander is a member of the State Bar of Michigan (Business Law Section)
  • He is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan

Practice Areas Explained

Adam B. Norlander's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Adam B. Norlander handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Detroit are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Adam B. Norlander's law office located?
Adam B. Norlander's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Bodman PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Adam B. Norlander handle?
Adam B. Norlander focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
Where did Adam B. Norlander go to law school?
Adam B. Norlander earned their education at (B.A.); (J.D.).
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What awards or recognition has Adam B. Norlander received?
Adam B. Norlander's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law.

Practice Areas

Education

B.A.
Kalamazoo College
- In Progress
J.D.
Michigan State University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Michigan, State Bar of Michigan

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