At the Law Office of Joseph M. West, P.C., I work efficiently and effectively on behalf of a diverse group of clients, including large corporations, small and family businesses, and individuals from all walks of life. From my southeast Michigan office, I focus my practice on the areas of business law and commercial disputes, real estate law and litigation, and appeals in the state and federal systems.
I grew up in South Lyon, Michigan, and then worked my way through college, graduating summa cum laude with an A.B.A. in Business Administration from Oakland Community College in Farmington Hills, Michigan. From there, I transferred to Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan on a full academic scholarship, and graduated summa cum laude with a B.A. in Psychology.
After completing my undergraduate education, I attended law school at Wayne State University Law School in Detroit, Michigan. There, I was a Senior Articles Editor for the Wayne Law Review and published two legal articles while pursuing my studies. I graduated first in my class, summa cum laude, and was admitted to the Order of the Coif, an honorary scholastic society that recognizes law students who attain a high degree of scholarship.
Following law school, I earned a prestigious judicial clerkship to the Honorable Ronald L. Gilman of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, in Memphis, Tennessee. There, I was exposed to a variety of areas of law and gained valuable experience in the inner workings of our nation's appellate courts.
From my clerkship, I returned to Ann Arbor, Michigan, where I worked at a Midwest-based law firm with more than 350 attorneys. After a number of years of working alongside some of the best and brightest lawyers in the state, in 2009 I formed the Law Office of Joseph M. West, P.C. in order to provide the highest level of legal services in a cost-effective manner.
Practice areas
I handle commercial and residential real estate matters, including sales and purchases, commercial lease negotiation and drafting, easements and title matters, as well as mortgage litigation, quiet title litigation, and the like.
I assist clients in the formation and maintaining of business entities, including corporations and limited liability companies, and assist with complex business transactions. I also consult with clients in the midst of business disputes to help navigate amicable resolutions.
Languages spoken
English
Law Office of Joseph M. West, P.C.
2750 Carpenter Road
Suite 4
Ann Arbor, MI, 48108
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MI | Active And In Good Standing | 2006 | 06/27/2022 |
Legal answers | 14 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Stars | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2015 |
Rising Stars | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2014 |
Rising Stars | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2013 |
Rising Stars | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2012 |
Rising Stars | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2011 |
Rising Stars | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2010 |
Rising Stars | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Law Office of Joseph M. West, PC | 2009 - Present |
Associate | Dykema Gossett | 2006 - 2009 |
Judicial Law Clerk | United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit | 2005 - 2006 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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State Bar of Michigan | N/A | |
State Bar of Michigan, Real Property Law Section | N/A | |
State Bar of Michigan, Business Law Section | N/A | |
State Bar of Michigan, Agricultural Law Section | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Mich. Int'l Lawyer Vol. XVIII, No. 2 | Application of the [Organization For Economic Cooperation and Development] Anti-Bribery Convention | 2005 |
Wayne Law Review | Federal Fraud Prosecutions of Schemes to Defraud Foreign Sovereigns of Import Taxes | 2004 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Wayne State University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2005 |
Wayne State University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2002 |
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Ross Bergethon, Litigation Attorney on Aug 11, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Joe is one of the brightest and most conscientious attorneys I've had the pleasure to work with. His practice combines the sort of experience--including a prestigious federal appellate clerkship and work on sophisticated, high-profile, corporate matters--you'd expect from a partner at a large corporate firm, with the accessibility, personal touch, and common sense of a solo practitioner. I can also say from firsthand experience that Joe's a superb writer and researcher who produces the kind of concise and engaging briefs that win cases. I would refer my own friends or family members to him without a second thought.
Neil Deblois, Commercial real estate Attorney on Feb 15, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Joe was opposing counsel on an unusual commercial matter. He was thorough, professional and reasonable, leading to an amicable resolution of the case.
Ross Bergethon, Litigation Attorney on Aug 11, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Joe is one of the brightest and most conscientious attorneys I've had the pleasure to work with. His practice combines the sort of experience--including a prestigious federal appellate clerkship and work on sophisticated, high-profile, corporate matters--you'd expect from a partner at a large corporate firm, with the accessibility, personal touch, and common sense of a solo practitioner. I can also say from firsthand experience that Joe's a superb writer and researcher who produces the kind of concise and engaging briefs that win cases. I would refer my own friends or family members to him without a second thought.
Neil Deblois, Commercial real estate Attorney on Feb 15, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Joe was opposing counsel on an unusual commercial matter. He was thorough, professional and reasonable, leading to an amicable resolution of the case.
Charles Clos, Litigation Attorney on Feb 7, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have been practicing law for over 20 years and Joe was opposing counsel on a very contentious and complicated litigation matter involving mortgage and banking issues. I found Joe not only to be extremely competent and thorough in handling all aspects of this difficult case, he was at all times the consumate professional. Because of my experience with Joe he is on the top of my list when people or businesses request a referral and I would never hesitate to recommend his services. never hesitate to refer clients to him when the ocassion arisesn this If I were in need of a lwayer tAs a result when ce our
Thomas Murray, Litigation Attorney on Feb 4, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Joe is a very talented and highly effective lawyer. He is honest, responsive, passionate and an excellent advocate for his clients. I have referred him work in the past and would not hesitate to recommend him to clients.
Ian Bolton, Litigation Attorney on Jan 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Joe is an extremely intelligent and hard working attorney with a particular expertise in litigation. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a great attorney at a reasonable price.
John Hilla, Litigation Attorney on Jan 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have know Joseph West personally & professionally as long as either of us have been licensed attorneys. Attorney West is one of the most capable and intelligent and ethical practitioners in southeastern Michigan. He represents his individual and corporate clients with aggressive zeal and treats each client with the respect that they deserve.