Atty. John W Cotner

Atty. John W Cotner

John W Cotner is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, insurance defense, civil litigation and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Belmont Belmont 52 Years Experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About John W Cotner at a glance

John W Cotner is an Associate based in Belmont, Michigan. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1974) and Michigan (1977). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1974) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Michigan. Serves clients in Belmont, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John W Cotner is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, insurance defense, civil litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices in Belmont, MI

Practice Areas Explained

John W Cotner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John W Cotner 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.

John W Cotner is one of 238,048 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 W Cotner is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

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

John W Cotner is one of 409,070 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 W Cotner is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Michigan →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

John W Cotner is one of 77,587 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Belmont 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John W Cotner

Where is John W Cotner's law office located?
John W Cotner's law practice is located in Belmont, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John W Cotner handle?
John W Cotner focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has John W Cotner practiced law?
John W Cotner has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John W Cotner go to law school?
John W Cotner earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact John W Cotner for a consultation?
You can contact John W Cotner 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 W Cotner received?
John W Cotner's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1974
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1974
Michigan
Admitted: 1977

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