Atty. John T. Below
John Below is a labor and employment and general business litigation attorney. His practice is concentrated in resolving employment, complex financial services and general commercial disputes.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Troy, MI
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About John T. Below at a Glance
John T. Below is a employment, business, and litigation attorney based in Troy, Michigan, practicing at Bodman PLC. Educated at University of Detroit Mercy (J.D., 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Troy, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John T. Below
John Below is a labor and employment and general business litigation attorney. His practice is concentrated in resolving employment, complex financial services and general commercial disputes.
John aggressively solves problems and wins cases for his clients, which include, large employers in the construction and health care industries, regional and national banks, and major manufacturing and industrial companies. John partners with his clients and together, they forge and execute strategies for success.
- John’s primary area of litigation and dispute resolution expertise is state and federal litigation of employment law matters, including:
- Discrimination litigation and arbitrations
- Wrongful discharge litigation and arbitrations
- Non-compete and confidentiality agreement litigation
- Traditional labor matters
- Administrative proceedings before the EEOC and MDCR
He also has extensive experience in banking and commercial litigation involving foreclosures, receiverships, contract and loan disputes, fraud, lender liability, bankruptcy, and complex construction litigation and arbitrations.
Practice Areas Explained
John T. Below's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John T. Below handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Troy.
Employment Law in Troy
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
John T. Below is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →
Business & Corporate Law in Troy
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John T. Below is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →
Civil Litigation in Troy
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John T. Below is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Michigan →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Troy
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 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 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.
Troy Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Troy-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 Troy Choose John T. Below
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 T. Below's practice in the field of employment, business, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, John T. Below can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Troy
A Troy-based practice means John T. Below attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John T. Below Handles in Troy
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John T. Below has experience with under Michigan law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John T. Below directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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