Atty. Gary A. Maximiuk

Atty. Gary A. Maximiuk

Gary A. Maximiuk is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants.

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Profile Summary

About Gary A. Maximiuk at a glance

Gary A. Maximiuk is a personal injury, product liability, and insurance attorney based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Wheeler Upham PC. Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1976). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2026). Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Gary A. Maximiuk is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
  • Gary A., who practices law in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has been recognized since 2007
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gary A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Gary A. Maximiuk's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary A. Maximiuk handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Gary A. Maximiuk is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Product Liability

Gary A. Maximiuk is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Michigan →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Gary A. Maximiuk is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Gary A. Maximiuk

Where is Gary A. Maximiuk's law office located?
Gary A. Maximiuk's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Wheeler Upham PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary A. Maximiuk handle?
Gary A. Maximiuk focuses on personal injury, product liability, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
Where did Gary A. Maximiuk go to law school?
Gary A. Maximiuk earned their education at (J.D., 1976).
How can I contact Gary A. Maximiuk for a consultation?
You can contact Gary A. Maximiuk 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 Gary A. Maximiuk received?
Gary A. Maximiuk's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants; Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Grand Rapids); Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (Grand Rapids).

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1976

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Grand Rapids)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (Grand Rapids)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Grand Rapids)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (Grand Rapids)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (Grand Rapids)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (Grand Rapids)
- 2013

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