Michigan license and practice

Robert D. Wolford is admitted to practice law in Michigan and is an Active member of the State Bar of Michigan (State Bar of Michigan P62595). Verify the current record at State Bar of Michigan record before hiring an attorney.

Robert D. Wolford is a Grand Rapids business law attorney and a member at Miller Johnson, where he serves as outside general counsel to businesses, private equity funds, portfolio companies and family offices. He earned his law degree cum laude from Wayne State University in 2000 and his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in 1996, and he has been admitted to practice law in Michigan since 2001. A corporate lawyer who specializes in private equity and distressed transactions, he represents automotive suppliers and other manufacturers in transactions, business and supply chain matters, and is a member of the firm’s Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions practice. He has been listed in Best Lawyers in America for Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights, Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law and Business Organizations, was named Grand Rapids Lawyer of the Year for Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights in 2023 and for Business Organizations in 2019, and served six years as the firm’s managing member.

Matters this legal field covers

Business legal work may cover contracts, business formation and governance, commercial disputes, employment matters, and regulatory compliance.

Questions to ask

Ask which type of business law matter the lawyer handles, the relevant Kent County, potential filing deadlines, and the scope of legal fees. Confirm whether the firm can handle your location, matter type and timing.

Business law attorney guide · Michigan attorney lookup · How to verify a lawyer

This independently compiled information does not imply attorney participation, referral, approval, current case availability or authenticated individual client reviews.