Atty. James Buster

Atty. James Buster

James Buster is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law and Litigation - Real Estate. James, who practices law in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has been recognized since 2024.

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Profile Summary

About James Buster at a glance

James Buster is a business, real estate, estate litigation, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Miller Johnson PLC. Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 2016). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026). Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • James Buster is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law and Litigation - Real Estate
  • James, who practices law in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has been recognized since 2024
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

James Buster's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Buster 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.

James Buster is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Buster is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

Estate & Trust Litigation

James Buster is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

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

James Buster is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Michigan →

Insurance Law

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

James Buster 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 James Buster

Where is James Buster's law office located?
James Buster's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Miller Johnson PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Buster handle?
James Buster focuses on business, real estate, estate litigation, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
Where did James Buster go to law school?
James Buster earned their education at (J.D., 2016).
How can I contact James Buster for a consultation?
You can contact James Buster 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 James Buster received?
James Buster's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 2016

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026

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