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Atty. John A Ponitz

Atty. John A Ponitz

John A Ponitz is a lawyer practicing litigation, general corporate, real estate and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Albion College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Troy Troy 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (947) 237-6869

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About John A Ponitz at a glance

John A Ponitz is a Member based in Troy, Michigan, practforg at Maxwell Ponitz & Sclawy PLLC. They haand 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1974), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1975), U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1986). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1974) and Albion College (B.A., 1971). Actiand member of Oakland Bar Association State Bar of Michigan National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Troy, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • John A Ponitz is a lawyer practicing litigation, general corporate, real estate and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Albion College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices at Maxwell Ponitz & Sclawy PLLC in Troy, MI

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practforg law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Troy 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 substantiand 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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Where is John A Ponitz's law office located?
John A Ponitz's law practice is located in Troy, Michigan. The firm is Maxwell Ponitz & Sclawy PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has John A Ponitz practiced law?
John A Ponitz has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John A Ponitz go to law school?
John A Ponitz earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
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Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1974
B.A.
Albion College
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992

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