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Atty. John W Whitman

Atty. John W Whitman

John W Whitman is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, insurance law, personal injury defense and litigation and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan, Dearborn in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Ann Arbor Ann Arbor 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About John W Whitman at a glance

John W Whitman is a Member of the firms Executive Committee; Managing Attorney based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, practicing at Garan Lucow Miller, P.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1985), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1985), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1989). Educated at University of Detroit School of Law (J.D., 1985) and University of Michigan, Dearborn (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Ann Arbor, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John W Whitman is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, insurance law, personal injury defense and litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan, Dearborn in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • John practices at Garan Lucow Miller, P.C. in Ann Arbor, MI

Practice Areas Explained

John W Whitman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John W Whitman 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 Whitman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

John W Whitman is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

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

John W Whitman 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 W Whitman is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Michigan →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

John W Whitman is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Ann Arbor 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 W Whitman

Where is John W Whitman's law office located?
John W Whitman's law practice is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The firm is Garan Lucow Miller, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John W Whitman handle?
John W Whitman focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, litigation, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has John W Whitman practiced law?
John W Whitman has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did John W Whitman go to law school?
John W Whitman earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact John W Whitman for a consultation?
You can contact John W Whitman 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 Whitman received?
John W Whitman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Detroit School of Law
- 1985
B.A.
University of Michigan, Dearborn
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1989

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