Atty. Robert J. Hoard

Atty. Robert J. Hoard

Robert J. Hoard maintains a litigation practice focused on health care liability, commercial litigation, municipal law and real estate litigation.

Southfield Southfield 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert J. Hoard at a glance

Robert J. Hoard is a Partner based in Southfield, Michigan, practicing at Sullivan, Ward, Patton, Gleeson & Felty, P.C.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice and health care. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2009) and United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan (2013). Educated at University of Toledo College of Law (J.D., 2009) and James Madison College at Michigan State University (B.A. Political, 2004). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Community Affiliations •State Bar of Michigan •Ingham County Bar Association. Serands clients in Southfield, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert J. Hoard maintains a litigation practice focused on health care liability, commercial litigation, municipal law and real estate litigation
  • Mr. Hoard has been a member of the State Bar of Michigan since 2009
  • Prior to joining the Michigan Bar, Mr. Hoard attended James Madison College at Michigan State University and obtained a B.A. in Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy in 2004 and received his Juris Doctor from the University of Toledo College of Law in 2009
  • News & Insights •JOHN TOTH and ROBERT HOARD receive a NO CAUSE VERDICT in Macomb County - November 3, 2021 November 3, 2021 •WAYNE COUNTY SIX (6) DAY PODIATRIC MALPRACTICE TRIAL RESULTS IN A ONE HOUR NO CAUSE September 28, 2021 •25-MINUTE JURY DELIBERATIONS RESULT IN UNANIMOUS NO-CAUSE MEDICAL MALPRACTICE VERDICT IN OAKLAND COUNTY TRIED BY JILL H. VANDERCOOK AND ROBERT J. HOARD OF SULLIVAN WARD ASHER & PATTON, P.C
  • February 22, 2017 •John Toth and Robert Hoard Receive a Wayne County No Cause Jury Verdict in a Medical Malpractice Case Involving a Surgical Fixation of a Fracture January 2016 •JOHN M. TOTH AND ROBERT J. HOARD ACHIEVE A UNANIMOUS VERDICT IN FAVOR OF PODIATRIC CLIENT •JOHN M. TOTH AND ROBERT HOARD RECEIVE A UNANIMOUS VERDICT IN FAVOR OF CLIENT

Practice Areas Explained

Robert J. Hoard's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Health Care Law

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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 Southfield 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 Robert J. Hoard

Where is Robert J. Hoard's law office located?
Robert J. Hoard's law practice is located in Southfield, Michigan. The firm is Sullivan, Ward, Patton, Gleeson & Felty, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert J. Hoard handle?
Robert J. Hoard focuses on medical malpractice, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Robert J. Hoard practiced law?
Robert J. Hoard has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Robert J. Hoard go to law school?
Robert J. Hoard earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A. Political, 2004).
How can I contact Robert J. Hoard for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert J. Hoard received?
Robert J. Hoard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Toledo College of Law
- 2009
B.A. Political
James Madison College at Michigan State University
- 2004

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 2009
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 2013

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