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Atty. Scott D. Alfree

Atty. Scott D. Alfree

Scott focuses his practice in corporate and business law with an emphasis on health care law and life sciences, including all aspects of hospital and nursing home law, third party reimbursement, public and private health care provider financing, and commercialization of physician inventions and ideas. He provides counsel on mergers and acquisitions, finance, securities, real estate development, labor relations, construction contracting and business succession planning.

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Profile Summary

About Scott D. Alfree at a glance

Scott D. Alfree is a business and health care attorney based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Varnum Llp. Admitted to practice in Michigan, State Bar of Michigan. Educated at Indiana University Bloomington (J.D. summa cum laude, 1993) and Calvin College (BA, 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Scott focuses his practice in corporate and business law with an emphasis on health care law and life sciences, including all aspects of hospital and nursing home law, third party reimbursement, public and private health care provider financing, and commercialization of physician inventions and ideas
  • He provides counsel on mergers and acquisitions, finance, securities, real estate development, labor relations, construction contracting and business succession planning

Practice Areas Explained

Scott D. Alfree's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 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 Scott D. Alfree

Where is Scott D. Alfree's law office located?
Scott D. Alfree'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 Scott D. Alfree handle?
Scott D. Alfree focuses on business, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
Where did Scott D. Alfree go to law school?
Scott D. Alfree earned their education at (J.D. summa cum laude, 1993); (BA, 1989).
How can I contact Scott D. Alfree for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Scott D. Alfree received?
Scott D. Alfree's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Reinsurance Law; Lawyer of the Year — Health Care Law (Grand Rapids).

Education

J.D. summa cum laude
Indiana University Bloomington
- 1993
BA
Calvin College
- 1989

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Reinsurance Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Health Care Law (Grand Rapids)
- 2019

Bar Admissions

Michigan, State Bar of Michigan

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