Atty. Dennis M Devaney

Atty. Dennis M Devaney

Dennis M Devaney is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor and employment, alternative dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law. Dennis received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Dennis M Devaney at a glance

Dennis M Devaney is a Partner based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Varnum Llp. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, government, adr, and international. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1976), District of Columbia (1976), Florida (1977), and Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit U.S. Supre (1999). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1975) and University of Maryland (B.A. University, 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dennis M Devaney is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor and employment, alternative dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law
  • Dennis received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Dennis practices at Varnum LLP in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Dennis M Devaney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dennis M Devaney 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.

Dennis M Devaney is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

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

Dennis M Devaney is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Michigan →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Dennis M Devaney is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Michigan →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Dennis M Devaney is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Michigan →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 Dennis M Devaney

Where is Dennis M Devaney's law office located?
Dennis M Devaney'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 Dennis M Devaney handle?
Dennis M Devaney focuses on employment, litigation, government, adr, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Dennis M Devaney practiced law?
Dennis M Devaney has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Dennis M Devaney go to law school?
Dennis M Devaney earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A. University, 1968).
How can I contact Dennis M Devaney for a consultation?
You can contact Dennis M Devaney 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 Dennis M Devaney received?
Dennis M Devaney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1975
B.A. University
University of Maryland
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1976
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1976
Florida
Admitted: 1977
Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit U.S. Supre
Admitted: 1999

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