John M. Roels
Mr. Roels has maintained a general civil practice that includes litigation and resolution of personal injury, product liability, property, construction, foreclosure, and employment issues. He is a certified mediator who mediates disputes for state and federal courts and for private parties. He is recognized locally and nationally as a Best Lawyer.
Mr. Roels has lectured locally on law-related subjects, serves on church and nonprofit boards, and remains an avid baseball fan.
Bar Admissions
- Michigan, 1976
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan, 1977
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, 1977
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit, 1997
Education
- JD, University of Michigan, 1975
- BA, Calvin College, 1972
Professional Associations
- Grand Rapids Bar Association
- Chair, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section, 2007
- Federal Bar Association
- State Bar of Michigan
Employment History
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Wheeler Upham, P.C., Grand Rapids, Michigan, 1979-Present
- Michigan Court of Appeals, Law Clerk, 1976-1979


