Atty. J. Brian MacDonald

Atty. J. Brian MacDonald

Mr. MacDonald was born in Flint, Michigan, May 21, 1950.

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Profile Summary

About J. Brian MacDonald at a glance

J. Brian MacDonald is a Partner based in Flint, Michigan, practicing at Cline, Cline & Griffin, P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1976), Texas (1976), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1976). Educated at St. Mary's University of San Antonio (J.D., 1975) and Michigan State University (B.A. John, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Genesee County Bar Association State Bar of Michigan State Bar of Texas Michigan Defense Trial Counsel Michigan Society of Hospital Risk Managers. Serands clients in Flint, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. MacDonald was born in Flint, Michigan, May 21, 1950
  • He graduated from John Carrol University and Michigan State University in 1972 and from St. Mary's University of San Antonio, Texas School of Law in 1975
  • He is the recipient of the 2016 Excellence in Defense Award from the Michigan Defense Trial Counsel
  • Mr. MacDonald maintains a Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rating, the highest possible rating for an attorney for both ethical standards and legal ability
  • Mr. MacDonald maintains a trial practice which includes areas of personal injury law, professional licensure defense, hospital and medical malpractice defense and workers compensation litigation

Practice Areas Explained

J. Brian MacDonald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Brian MacDonald handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

J. Brian MacDonald is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Michigan →

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.

J. Brian MacDonald is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.

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

Civil Litigation

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

J. Brian MacDonald is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Michigan →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

J. Brian MacDonald is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care 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 Flint 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 J. Brian MacDonald

Where is J. Brian MacDonald's law office located?
J. Brian MacDonald's law practice is located in Flint, Michigan. The firm is Cline, Cline & Griffin, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Brian MacDonald handle?
J. Brian MacDonald focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has J. Brian MacDonald practiced law?
J. Brian MacDonald has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did J. Brian MacDonald go to law school?
J. Brian MacDonald earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A. John, 1972).
How can I contact J. Brian MacDonald for a consultation?
You can contact J. Brian MacDonald 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 J. Brian MacDonald received?
J. Brian MacDonald's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. Mary's University of San Antonio
- 1975
B.A. John
Michigan State University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1976
Texas
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1976

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