Atty. Robert W Sikkel

Atty. Robert W Sikkel

Robert W Sikkel is a lawyer practicing affirmative action/ofccp compliance, arbitration and grievances, collective bargaining and 15 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Hope College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert W Sikkel at a glance

Robert W Sikkel is a Partner based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on employment, ssd, m&a, wage & hour, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan (1974). Educated at Indiana University - Bloomington (J.D., 1974) and Hope College (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert W Sikkel is a lawyer practicing affirmative action/ofccp compliance, arbitration and grievances, collective bargaining and 15 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Hope College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Robert practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Robert W Sikkel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert W Sikkel 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.

Robert W Sikkel is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Social Security Disability

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

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

Mergers & Acquisitions

Robert W Sikkel is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Michigan →

Wage & Hour Disputes

Robert W Sikkel is one of 4,935 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Michigan →

Trade Secrets

Robert W Sikkel is one of 6,644 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets 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 Robert W Sikkel

Where is Robert W Sikkel's law office located?
Robert W Sikkel's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert W Sikkel handle?
Robert W Sikkel focuses on employment, ssd, m&a, wage & hour, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Robert W Sikkel practiced law?
Robert W Sikkel has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Robert W Sikkel go to law school?
Robert W Sikkel earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Robert W Sikkel for a consultation?
You can contact Robert W Sikkel 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 Robert W Sikkel received?
Robert W Sikkel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University - Bloomington
- 1974
B.A.
Hope College
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1974

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