Atty. Gary P. Schenk

Atty. Gary P. Schenk

Phi Beta Kappa; Order of the Coif. President, Board of Trustees, Grand Rapids Community College.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 57 yrs experience 57 year
Call (616) 228-8548 Email Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Gary P. Schenk at a glance

Gary P. Schenk is a Partner based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Schenk, Boncher & Rypma. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business, zoning, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. (1969). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1969) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Grand Rapids and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan Fellow: Michigan State Bar Foundation Grand Rapids Bar Foundation Grand Rapids Lawyer Referral and Information Service Committee. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Order of the Coif
  • President, Board of Trustees, Grand Rapids Community College
  • Member, Board of Directors, Red Cross of Greater Grand Rapids
  • Hearing Officer, State Bar Attorney, Grievance Commission

Practice Areas Explained

Gary P. Schenk's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 Gary P. Schenk

Where is Gary P. Schenk's law office located?
Gary P. Schenk's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Schenk, Boncher & Rypma. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary P. Schenk handle?
Gary P. Schenk focuses on business, zoning, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Gary P. Schenk practiced law?
Gary P. Schenk has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Gary P. Schenk go to law school?
Gary P. Schenk earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Gary P. Schenk for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gary P. Schenk received?
Gary P. Schenk's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1969
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S.
Admitted: 1969

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