Atty. Christopher J. Breay

Atty. Christopher J. Breay

Christopher J. Breay is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, financial services litigation, intellectual property litigation and 1 other area of law.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher J. Breay at a glance

Christopher J. Breay is a Senior Attorney based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Bodman PLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of (1994). Educated at Wayne State University Law School (J.D., 1994) and Albion College (A.B., 1991). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Grand Rapids and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Christopher J. Breay is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, financial services litigation, intellectual property litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Christopher received a A.B. degree from Albion College in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Christopher practices at Bodman PLC in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher J. Breay's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher J. Breay 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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Christopher J. Breay is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Grand Rapids 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

Common questions about Christopher J. Breay

Where is Christopher J. Breay's law office located?
Christopher J. Breay's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Bodman PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher J. Breay handle?
Christopher J. Breay focuses on business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Christopher J. Breay practiced law?
Christopher J. Breay has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Christopher J. Breay go to law school?
Christopher J. Breay earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (A.B., 1991).
How can I contact Christopher J. Breay for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher J. Breay directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Christopher J. Breay received?
Christopher J. Breay's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University Law School
- 1994
A.B.
Albion College
- 1991

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 1994

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