Atty. David J DeGraw

Atty. David J DeGraw

David J DeGraw is a lawyer practicing workers compensation law, labor & employment law. David received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About David J DeGraw at a glance

David J DeGraw is an Administrative Law Judge based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on employment and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of (1986). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1985) and Michigan State University (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of •Member, Board of Education, Blessed Sacrament,1999-2002. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David J DeGraw is a lawyer practicing workers compensation law, labor & employment law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • David practices in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

David J DeGraw's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David J DeGraw 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.

David J DeGraw is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

David J DeGraw is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Michigan →

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 J DeGraw

Where is David J DeGraw's law office located?
David J DeGraw's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David J DeGraw handle?
David J DeGraw focuses on employment, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has David J DeGraw practiced law?
David J DeGraw has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did David J DeGraw go to law school?
David J DeGraw earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact David J DeGraw for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David J DeGraw received?
David J DeGraw's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1985
B.S.
Michigan State University
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of
Admitted: 1986

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