Atty. Lee T. Silver

Atty. Lee T. Silver

Lee T. Silver is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, contract litigation, business torts and 26 other areas of law.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Lee T. Silver at a glance

Lee T. Silver is a Member based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Silver & Van Essen, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on contracts, trusts, sexual harassment, probate, and employment. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1984) and U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan, U.S. District Court, Northern Distri (1984). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of Redlands (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Lee T. Silver is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, contract litigation, business torts and 26 other areas of law
  • Lee T. received a B.A. degree from University of Redlands in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Lee T. practices at Silver & Van Essen, P.C. in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Lee T. Silver's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lee T. Silver handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

Lee T. Silver is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Michigan →

Trusts

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Sexual Harassment

Lee T. Silver is one of 6,021 sexual harassment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse sexual harassment attorneys in Michigan →

Probate

Lee T. Silver is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Michigan →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Lee T. Silver is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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 Lee T. Silver

Where is Lee T. Silver's law office located?
Lee T. Silver's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Silver & Van Essen, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lee T. Silver handle?
Lee T. Silver focuses on contracts, trusts, sexual harassment, probate, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Lee T. Silver practiced law?
Lee T. Silver has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Lee T. Silver go to law school?
Lee T. Silver earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Lee T. Silver for a consultation?
You can contact Lee T. Silver 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 Lee T. Silver received?
Lee T. Silver's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1984
B.A.
University of Redlands
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan, U.S. District Court, Northern Distri
Admitted: 1984

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