Atty. James Howard Koning

Atty. James Howard Koning

James Howard Koning is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, complex litigation and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.B.A. degree from Western Michigan University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Portage Portage 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About James Howard Koning at a glance

James Howard Koning is a Member based in Portage, Michigan, practicing at Koning & Jilek P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1980), U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1980), Indiana (1990), and Illinois (2005). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1980) and Western Michigan University (B.B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kalamazoo County Bar Association State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Portage, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Howard Koning is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, complex litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from Western Michigan University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at Koning & Jilek P.C. in Portage, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James Howard Koning's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Howard Koning handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

James Howard Koning is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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.

James Howard Koning is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Howard Koning is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

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

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

Civil Rights

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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 Portage 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 Howard Koning

Where is James Howard Koning's law office located?
James Howard Koning's law practice is located in Portage, Michigan. The firm is Koning & Jilek P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Howard Koning handle?
James Howard Koning focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, employment, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James Howard Koning practiced law?
James Howard Koning has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Howard Koning go to law school?
James Howard Koning earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James Howard Koning for a consultation?
You can contact James Howard Koning 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 Howard Koning received?
James Howard Koning's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University
- 1980
B.B.A.
Western Michigan University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1980
Indiana
Admitted: 1990
Illinois
Admitted: 2005
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2008

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