Atty. Dennis W Archer

Atty. Dennis W Archer

Dennis W Archer is a lawyer practicing appellate, arbitrators, mediators & facilitators and 4 other areas of law. Dennis received a B.S. degree from Western Michigan University in 1965, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Lansing Lansing 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About Dennis W Archer at a glance

Dennis W Archer is a Chairman Emeritus based in Lansing, Michigan, practicing at Dickinson Wright PLLC. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1970), District of Columbia (1972), US Supreme Court (1974), and US District Court, Western District of Michigan (2007). Educated at Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University (J.D., 1970) and Western Michigan University (B.S., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Wolverine. Serands clients in Lansing, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dennis W Archer is a lawyer practicing appellate, arbitrators, mediators & facilitators and 4 other areas of law
  • Dennis received a B.S. degree from Western Michigan University in 1965, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Dennis practices at Dickinson Wright PLLC in Lansing, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Dennis W Archer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dennis W Archer 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 W Archer is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Dennis W Archer is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

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

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

Mediation & Arbitration

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

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

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Dennis W Archer is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Lansing 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 W Archer

Where is Dennis W Archer's law office located?
Dennis W Archer's law practice is located in Lansing, Michigan. The firm is Dickinson Wright PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dennis W Archer handle?
Dennis W Archer focuses on employment, business, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Dennis W Archer practiced law?
Dennis W Archer has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Dennis W Archer go to law school?
Dennis W Archer earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.S., 1965).
How can I contact Dennis W Archer for a consultation?
You can contact Dennis W Archer 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 W Archer received?
Dennis W Archer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University
- 1970
B.S.
Western Michigan University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1970
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1972
US Supreme Court
Admitted: 1974
US District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 2007

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