Atty. John R Allaben

Atty. John R Allaben

John R Allaben is a lawyer practicing trial practice, negligence, no fault automobile insurance and 8 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About John R Allaben at a glance

John R Allaben is a Member based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Allaben & Bandeen. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1990). Educated at University of Detroit Mercy (J.D., 1990) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Grand Rapids Bar Association State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John R Allaben is a lawyer practicing trial practice, negligence, no fault automobile insurance and 8 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • John practices at Allaben & Bandeen in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

John R Allaben's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

John R Allaben is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Michigan →

Wrongful Death

John R Allaben is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Michigan →

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.

John R Allaben is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

John R Allaben is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Michigan →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

John R Allaben is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 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 R Allaben

Where is John R Allaben's law office located?
John R Allaben's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Allaben & Bandeen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R Allaben handle?
John R Allaben focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has John R Allaben practiced law?
John R Allaben has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did John R Allaben go to law school?
John R Allaben earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact John R Allaben for a consultation?
You can contact John R Allaben 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 R Allaben received?
John R Allaben's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Detroit Mercy
- 1990
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1990

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