Atty. John P White

Atty. John P White

John P White is a lawyer practicing labor and employment relations, employment litigation defense, appellate law and 5 other areas of law. John received a M.A. degree from Eastern Michigan University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About John P White at a glance

John P White is a Partner based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Varnum Llp. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment, wage & hour, litigation, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1981) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth, Seventh and Ninth Circuits, U.S. District Court, Western District of M (1981). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D. M.L.I.R., 1981) and Eastern Michigan University (M.A. Elementary, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association (EEO Subcommittee) MASB Council of School Attorneys (Member, Executive Board, 1994-2000 President, 1997) National Association of College and University Attorneys. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John P White is a lawyer practicing labor and employment relations, employment litigation defense, appellate law and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a M.A. degree from Eastern Michigan University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • John practices at Varnum LLP in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

John P White's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John P White 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.

John P White is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Wage & Hour Disputes

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Health Care Law

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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 John P White

Where is John P White's law office located?
John P White's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Varnum Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John P White handle?
John P White focuses on employment, wage & hour, litigation, government, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has John P White practiced law?
John P White has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did John P White go to law school?
John P White earned their education at (J.D. M.L.I.R., 1981); (M.A. Elementary, 1976).
How can I contact John P White for a consultation?
You can contact John P White 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 P White received?
John P White's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. M.L.I.R.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1981
M.A. Elementary
Eastern Michigan University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth, Seventh and Ninth Circuits, U.S. District Court, Western District of M
Admitted: 1981

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