Atty. Matthew L. Vicari

Atty. Matthew L. Vicari

Matthew L. Vicari has been practicing law since 1990.

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Profile Summary

About Matthew L. Vicari at a glance

Matthew L. Vicari is a personal injury, business, and litigation attorney based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Miller Johnson PLC. Educated at University of Detroit Mercy (J.D., 1990). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Grand Rapids) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026). Serves clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew L. Vicari has been practicing law since 1990
  • His practice is focused on representing business entities, executives, medical and other professionals, and individuals in commercial disputes, as well as criminal matters involving a wide range of corporate, government and individual crimes
  • He is the chair of the white collar crime and fraud and embezzlement recovery practice groups at the firm
  • Mr. Vicari is an active member of many professional associations often taking a leadership role
  • He served as President of the Grand Rapids Bar Association in 2008-2009 as well as being a Past President of the Gerald R. Ford Chapter of the American Inns of Court and the Catholic Lawyers Association of Western Michigan
  • Mr. Vicari received the President's Award from the GRBA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew L. Vicari's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew L. Vicari 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.

Matthew L. Vicari is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Matthew L. Vicari is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

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

Matthew L. Vicari is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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 Matthew L. Vicari

Where is Matthew L. Vicari's law office located?
Matthew L. Vicari's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Miller Johnson PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew L. Vicari handle?
Matthew L. Vicari focuses on personal injury, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
Where did Matthew L. Vicari go to law school?
Matthew L. Vicari earned their education at (J.D., 1990).
How can I contact Matthew L. Vicari for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew L. Vicari 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 Matthew L. Vicari received?
Matthew L. Vicari's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Grand Rapids); Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation.

Education

J.D.
University of Detroit Mercy
- 1990

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Grand Rapids)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Grand Rapids)
- 2017

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