Atty. Mark D Pakkala

Atty. Mark D Pakkala

Mark D Pakkala is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment discrimination law, labor law. Mark received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark D Pakkala at a glance

Mark D Pakkala is a discrimination, employment, and litigation attorney based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1987) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1987). Educated at University of Detroit (J.D., 1987) and University of Michigan (A.B., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Grand Rapids and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan American Inn of Court. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mark D Pakkala is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment discrimination law, labor law
  • Mark received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Mark practices in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Mark D Pakkala's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark D Pakkala handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

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Employment Law

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

Mark D Pakkala is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

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 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 Mark D Pakkala

Where is Mark D Pakkala's law office located?
Mark D Pakkala's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark D Pakkala handle?
Mark D Pakkala focuses on discrimination, employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Mark D Pakkala practiced law?
Mark D Pakkala has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Mark D Pakkala go to law school?
Mark D Pakkala earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (A.B., 1984).
How can I contact Mark D Pakkala for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Mark D Pakkala received?
Mark D Pakkala's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Detroit
- 1987
A.B.
University of Michigan
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1987

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