Atty. Jennifer Jo Stocker

Atty. Jennifer Jo Stocker

Jennifer Jo Stocker is a lawyer practicing affirmative action/ ofccp compliance, class and collective actions, disability, leave and medical issues and 10 other areas of law. Jennifer received a B.A. degree from Calvin College, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Jennifer Jo Stocker at a glance

Jennifer Jo Stocker is a Partner based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on employment, ssd, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1986), Missouri U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan (1994), Kansas (1995), and Michigan U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circui (2000). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law J.D. (—) and Calvin College B.A. (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jennifer Jo Stocker is a lawyer practicing affirmative action/ ofccp compliance, class and collective actions, disability, leave and medical issues and 10 other areas of law
  • Jennifer received a B.A. degree from Calvin College, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Jennifer practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Jennifer Jo Stocker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jennifer Jo Stocker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

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Civil Litigation

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

Jennifer Jo Stocker is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Jennifer Jo Stocker

Where is Jennifer Jo Stocker's law office located?
Jennifer Jo Stocker's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jennifer Jo Stocker handle?
Jennifer Jo Stocker focuses on employment, ssd, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Jennifer Jo Stocker practiced law?
Jennifer Jo Stocker has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Jennifer Jo Stocker go to law school?
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How can I contact Jennifer Jo Stocker for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jennifer Jo Stocker received?
Jennifer Jo Stocker's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

Valparaiso University School of Law J.D.
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Calvin College B.A.
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Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1986
Missouri U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1994
Kansas
Admitted: 1995
Michigan U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circui
Admitted: 2000

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