Atty. John B Combs
John B Combs is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, workers compensation, workers compensation defense and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Albion College in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Labor and Employment & More Attorney · Serving Grand Rapids, MI · 36+ Years Experience
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About John B Combs at a Glance
John B Combs is a Member based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Hickey Combs PLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1990). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1990) and Albion College (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John B Combs
- John B Combs is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, workers compensation, workers compensation defense and 3 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from Albion College in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- John practices at Hickey Combs PLC in Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas Explained
John B Combs's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John B Combs handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Grand Rapids.
Employment Law in Grand Rapids
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
John B Combs is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →
Workers Compensation in Grand Rapids
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
John B Combs is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Michigan →
Civil Litigation in Grand Rapids
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John B Combs is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Michigan →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Grand Rapids
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 venue, 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.
Grand Rapids Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Grand Rapids-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Grand Rapids Choose John B Combs
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John B Combs's practice in the field of employment, workers comp, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John B Combs brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, workers comp, and litigation, John B Combs can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Grand Rapids
A Grand Rapids-based practice means John B Combs attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues John B Combs Handles in Grand Rapids
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