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John W. Allen

Kalamazoo, MI

Trusted business attorney serving Kalamazoo.

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John W. Allen is an attorney based in Kalamazoo, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation.

Based in
Kalamazoo, MICHIGAN
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · General · Litigation
  • Handles Business, General, and Litigation matters from Kalamazoo, MICHIGAN.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Kalamazoo) (2025).

About John W. Allen: John W. Allen is an attorney based in Kalamazoo, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Practice focus

John W. Allen represents clients in Kalamazoo, Michigan across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.

Biography

About John W. Allen

John Allen focuses his practice on business and commercial litigation. He is a Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate, by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. With over 30 years experience handling legal problems, John has written and co-written dozens of articles and books, and speaks frequently to business and law groups. On a regular basis, he teaches courses in law and trial practice to other lawyers, and often serves as an expert witness. He is a certified arbitrator and mediator.

Credentials

Education

  • The University of Michigan Law School

    J.D. · 1972

Jurisdictions

Bar admissions

  • Wisconsin, State Bar

    ACTIVE

  • Minnesota, Minnesota

    ACTIVE

  • Florida, The Florida

    ACTIVE

  • Illinois, Illinois S

    ACTIVE

  • Indiana, Indiana Sta

    ACTIVE

  • Michigan, State Bar

    ACTIVE

Recognition

Awards & honors

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Kalamazoo)

    2025

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Kalamazoo)

    2021

  • Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Family Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Antitrust

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Banking

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditors'-Debtors' Rights

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Business Disputes

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Complex Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Construction

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Insurance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Lawyer Ethics

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mediation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA) Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell Rated, AV Preeminent™

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Certified in Advanced Alternative Dispute Resolution

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Michigan Super Lawyers

    2026

Locations

Office locations

Main office

211 East Water Street, Suite 400

Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007

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Frequently asked

Common questions

  • What areas of law does John W. Allen practice?

    John W. Allen focuses on Business, General, Litigation, and Trusts.

  • Where is John W. Allen located?

    John W. Allen primarily serves clients in Kalamazoo, Michigan, with an office at 211 East Water Street, Suite 400.

  • Is John W. Allen a verified attorney?

    John W. Allen's profile is listed but has not yet been claimed by the attorney. Verification status is pending.

  • How can I schedule a consultation with John W. Allen?

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