Atty. David E. Khorey

Atty. David E. Khorey

Dave’s “client-centered” practice involves a variety of labor and employment issues. He provides practical and confidential ongoing advice and consulting on a number of sensitive and complex labor and employment matters, from problem employee situations to multi-facility collective bargaining negotiations.

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Profile Summary

About David E. Khorey at a glance

David E. Khorey is a employment and litigation attorney based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Varnum Llp. Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1984) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Dave’s “client-centered” practice involves a variety of labor and employment issues
  • He provides practical and confidential ongoing advice and consulting on a number of sensitive and complex labor and employment matters, from problem employee situations to multi-facility collective bargaining negotiations
  • His representative clients include diverse industries (such as automotive, printing, transportation and hospitals) throughout the nation

Practice Areas Explained

David E. Khorey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Khorey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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 David E. Khorey

Where is David E. Khorey's law office located?
David E. Khorey's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Varnum Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David E. Khorey handle?
David E. Khorey focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
Where did David E. Khorey go to law school?
David E. Khorey earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact David E. Khorey for a consultation?
You can contact David E. Khorey 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 David E. Khorey received?
David E. Khorey's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Employment.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1984
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1981

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business as a Leader in the field of Labor & Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Varnum Labor Group recognized in U.S. News Best Lawyers Survey
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who in American Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Grand Rapids)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Grand Rapids)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Grand Rapids)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Grand Rapids)
- 2015

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