Atty. Perrin Rynders

Atty. Perrin Rynders

Perrin Rynders has successfully prosecuted and defended a wide variety of business and commercial disputes, employment cases, product liability and personal injury cases, and tax matters. He has conducted jury and bench trials in federal and state courts around the country, as well as before administrative tribunals and arbitrators, and has resolved disputes as a facilitative mediator.

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Profile Summary

About Perrin Rynders at a glance

Perrin Rynders is a employment, business, and litigation attorney based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Varnum Llp. Admitted to practice in Michigan, State Bar of Michigan and Indiana, Indiana State Bar Association. Educated at The University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1985) and Calvin College (BA, 1982). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - ERISA (2026). Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Perrin Rynders has successfully prosecuted and defended a wide variety of business and commercial disputes, employment cases, product liability and personal injury cases, and tax matters
  • He has conducted jury and bench trials in federal and state courts around the country, as well as before administrative tribunals and arbitrators, and has resolved disputes as a facilitative mediator

Practice Areas Explained

Perrin Rynders's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

Perrin Rynders is one of 454,532 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 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 Perrin Rynders

Where is Perrin Rynders's law office located?
Perrin Rynders's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Varnum Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Perrin Rynders handle?
Perrin Rynders focuses on employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
Where did Perrin Rynders go to law school?
Perrin Rynders earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (BA, 1982).
How can I contact Perrin Rynders for a consultation?
You can contact Perrin Rynders 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 Perrin Rynders received?
Perrin Rynders's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - ERISA; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
The University of Michigan Law School
- 1985
BA
Calvin College
- 1982

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - ERISA
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fellow, Michigan State Bar Foundation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in SuperLawyers since 2011
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Grand Rapids)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA (Grand Rapids)
- 2025

Bar Admissions

Michigan, State Bar of Michigan
Indiana, Indiana State Bar Association

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