Atty. John D. Sills

Atty. John D. Sills

John D. Sills is a lawyer practicing insurance law, real estate development law, torts law and 1 other area of law.

Traverse City Traverse City 66 yrs experience 66 year
Call (231) 600-7140 Book Appointment

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About John D. Sills at a glance

John D. Sills is a Member based in Traverse City, Michigan, practicing at Sills, Law, Essad, Fiedler & Charboneau, P.C.. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1960). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1959) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1956). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Detroit, Oakland County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan (Counsel, Grievance Committee, 1972—) Defense Research and Trial Lawyers Association Association of Defense Trial Counsel. Serands clients in Traverse City, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John D. Sills is a lawyer practicing insurance law, real estate development law, torts law and 1 other area of law
  • John D. received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1956, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • John D. practices at Sills, Law, Essad, Fiedler & Charboneau, P.C. in Traverse City, MI

Practice Areas Explained

John D. Sills's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John D. Sills handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John D. Sills 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.

John D. Sills is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

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

John D. Sills 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.

John D. Sills 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 Traverse City 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 John D. Sills

Where is John D. Sills's law office located?
John D. Sills's law practice is located in Traverse City, Michigan. The firm is Sills, Law, Essad, Fiedler & Charboneau, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John D. Sills handle?
John D. Sills focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has John D. Sills practiced law?
John D. Sills has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did John D. Sills go to law school?
John D. Sills earned their education at (J.D., 1959); (B.A., 1956).
How can I contact John D. Sills for a consultation?
You can contact John D. Sills 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 John D. Sills received?
John D. Sills's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law
- 1959
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1956

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1960

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