Atty. Michael W Podein

Atty. Michael W Podein

Michael W Podein is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, social security and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael W Podein at a glance

Michael W Podein is a Member based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Ryan, Podein, Postema and Westgate, P.C.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd, motorcycle, and securities. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1979). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1979) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Grand Rapids (Past Chairman, Workers Compensation Section) Bar Association State Bar of Michigan (Member, Sections on: Workers Compensation Negligence) Michigan Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael W Podein is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, social security and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Michael practices at Ryan, Podein, Postema and Westgate, P.C. in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Michael W Podein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael W Podein 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.

Michael W Podein is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael W Podein is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Michigan →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Michael W Podein is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Michigan →

Motorcycle Accidents

Michael W Podein is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Michigan →

Securities Law

Michael W Podein is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities 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 Michael W Podein

Where is Michael W Podein's law office located?
Michael W Podein's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Ryan, Podein, Postema and Westgate, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael W Podein handle?
Michael W Podein focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd, motorcycle, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Michael W Podein practiced law?
Michael W Podein has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Michael W Podein go to law school?
Michael W Podein earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Michael W Podein for a consultation?
You can contact Michael W Podein 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 Michael W Podein received?
Michael W Podein's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1979
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1979

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