Atty. Ronald S. Lederman
Ronald S. Lederman has more than 34 years of litigation experience, particularly in appellate courts.
Attorney · Serving Southfield, MI · 41+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Ronald S. Lederman at a Glance
Ronald S. Lederman is a Board of Directors based in Southfield, Michigan, practicing at Sullivan, Ward, Patton, Gleeson & Felty, P.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1985), U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan (1986), U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan (1989), and U.S. Supreme Court (2009). Educated at Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI (B.A., 1983) and University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, Detroit, MI J.D. cum laude University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, Detroit, MI J.D. 1985 Frank Murphy Honor Society University of Detroit Mercy S (—). Active member of Professional & Community Affiliations •State Bar of Michigan, Appellate Section •Member, Governing Council. Serves clients in Southfield, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from Ronald S. Lederman in Southfield
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About Ronald S. Lederman
- Ronald S. Lederman has more than 34 years of litigation experience, particularly in appellate courts
- Chair of the firm’s Appellate Department, he has served as lead counsel in over 300 appeals in both state and federal courts
- Ronald also serves as a member of the governing council for the Appellate Section of the Michigan State Bar
- Ronald represents business clients and individuals in commercial and civil litigation at the trial and appellate level
- He counsels his colleagues and their clients in the process and preparation of appealing lower court decisions to a higher court
- His experience includes arguing cases before the United States Court of Appeals, the Michigan Court of Appeals, the Michigan Supreme Court and the Florida Supreme Court
- Ronald is a fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America, a legal honorary society for experienced trial and appellate attorneys
- He was been awarded the ranking of Michigan “Super Lawyer,” by Thomson Reuters in 2006
- He has served as a student member and barrister of the American Inn of Court, University of Detroit Chapter, and is a member of the State Bar of Michigan's Appellate Practice Section
- Ronald is a member of the governing council for the Appellate Section of the Michigan State Bar and co-chairs the Section’s Court Liaison Committee
- Clerkships •Judicial Law Clerk to Judge Joseph B. Sullivan, Michigan Court of Appeals, 1985 - 1987 Representative Clients •Pipefitters Local 636 Ins
- Fund •Yamaha Motor Corp. •Wayne County Airport Authority •Kean Argovitz Resorts, Inc. •Ironworkers Local No.25 Pension Fund •Consumers Energy •Farm Bureau Ins
- Co. •Hudson Ins
- Co. •Ruby & Assocs
- P.C
- News & Insights •CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SEVENTEEN SULLIVAN, WARD, PATTON, GLEESON & FELTY ATTORNEYS THAT ARE LISTED IN THE LEADING LAWYERS MAGAZINE, MICHIGAN EDITION July 2024 • The New Michigan Supreme Court and the Law Spring 2009 •Michigan Appellate Practice Journal Spring 2009
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Southfield
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 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.
Southfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Southfield-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
Looking for additional Michigan attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Southfield or all attorneys in Michigan.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About Ronald S. Lederman
Where is Ronald S. Lederman's law office located?
How long has Ronald S. Lederman practiced law?
Where did Ronald S. Lederman go to law school?
How can I contact Ronald S. Lederman for a consultation?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Southfield Choose Ronald S. Lederman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ronald S. Lederman's practice.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ronald S. Lederman brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Michigan, U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan, and U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan, Ronald S. Lederman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Local Presence in Southfield
A Southfield-based practice means Ronald S. Lederman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Search Reference
How People Find Ronald S. Lederman Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Southfield commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like Ronald S. Lederman.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with Ronald S. Lederman directly.
Education & Law School Background
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — Ronald S. Lederman
No reviews yet.