Atty. Jon M. Bylsma
Jon is a commercial litigator with experience in litigation of supply chain disputes, asset purchase agreements, franchise agreements, and other business related litigation. Jon also has a substantial practice in securities dispute, including litigation and arbitration of securities and investor disputes, in which he has successfully represented investors and broker-dealers.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Grand Rapids, MI
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About Jon M. Bylsma at a Glance
Jon M. Bylsma is a business, m&a, and litigation attorney based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Varnum Llp. Admitted to practice in Michigan, State Bar of Michigan, Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association, Texas, State Bar of Texas, and Colorado, Colorado Bar Association. Educated at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions (2026). Serves clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jon M. Bylsma
- Jon is a commercial litigator with experience in litigation of supply chain disputes, asset purchase agreements, franchise agreements, and other business related litigation
- Jon also has a substantial practice in securities dispute, including litigation and arbitration of securities and investor disputes, in which he has successfully represented investors and broker-dealers
- His experience on sophisticated matters includes bringing cases to summary judgment, trial, and courts of appeal
- Jon is also experienced in several forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution, including facilitative mediation and arbitration, where he has won several multi-million dollar awards
Practice Areas Explained
Jon M. Bylsma's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jon M. Bylsma handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Grand Rapids.
Business & Corporate Law in Grand Rapids
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Grand Rapids
Jon M. Bylsma is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Michigan →
Civil Litigation in Grand Rapids
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Grand Rapids
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 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.
Grand Rapids Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Grand Rapids-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 Grand Rapids Choose Jon M. Bylsma
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 Jon M. Bylsma's practice in the field of business, m&a, and litigation.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Michigan, State Bar of Michigan, Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association, and Texas, State Bar of Texas, Jon M. Bylsma can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and litigation, Jon M. Bylsma can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Grand Rapids
A Grand Rapids-based practice means Jon M. Bylsma attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Jon M. Bylsma Handles in Grand Rapids
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