John M. Roels

John M. Roels

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

  • Wheeler Upham, P.C., Grand Rapids, Michigan, 1979-Present
  • Michigan Court of Appeals, Law Clerk, 1976-1979