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Attorney John C. Chowning obtained his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University in 1982 and his Juris Doctor (law degree) from Wayne State University in 1985. He started representing insurance companies for the first three years of his practice, and has represented injured workers over the next 30 years. This has allowed him to understand how insurance companies approach settlements and he has obtained millions in benefits for his clients. He is also not averse to trying cases if a settlement is not adequate, and has tried hundreds of cases.
Mr. Chowning has a special capacity to listen and understand the needs of all individuals represented by him. His knowledge of medical issues and decades of dealing with difficult types of injuries has made him very efficient in helping clients get the aid they need in Workers' Compensation, Social Security, and personal injury cases. He also handles all his clients' legal needs which includes the drafting of wills and Power of Attorney.
As a Michigan Workers' Compensation attorney, Mr. Chowning has worked on thousands of Workers' Compensation claims, handling each case personally as if it was his own.
As a friend of labor, Mr. Chowning has weekly office hours at four UAW locals. He has given lectures for various groups on the rights of injured workers. Many attorneys throughout the state of Michigan refer their Workers' Compensation cases to him because of his expertise.
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Licensed in Michigan for 40 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1985
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Chowning & Edgar, P.C.
536 Perry Rd., Ste 5, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439-8168
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John C. Chowning's Reviews
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Posted by Lavon | April 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Excellent Attorney
From the moment I met John, I felt confident and supported. He was incredibly empathetic and genuinely cared about my situation. Thanks to his dedication, I achieved a positive outcome that exceeded my expectations.
Posted by Sabrina | June 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Worker compensation
Excellent attorney and I would definitely uses him again. He works hard on his cases. Well professional and very happy he won my case. He doesn't let employer get away with not paying worker comp when you get hurt.
Posted by Carla | June 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Good Lawyer
John is very patient and is always available to answer questions right away. He really fights for his clients. His receptionist is just as amazing as he is. I definitely would recommend him to anyone that needs a good lawyer!!!!!!!!
Posted by Monica | April 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Very professional
Great communication always professional straight foward always kept me informed
Posted by Robert | February 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Excellent attorney
John Chowning did an excellent job on handling my workman's comp case. Would highly recommend him to anyone needing a attorney
John C. Chowning's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Chowning is an excellent advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a client in need."
"John Chowning is a magician when it comes to work compensation claims. Time and time again he finds ways to get his clients the maximum benefits allowable under Michigan Law. Work comp law is one area of law where you not only need to know the law, but you also need to be highly respected among other work compensation attorneys and hearing magistrates in order to get the best result in the shortest amount of time. John has always done is best for every one of the dozens of clients who have been referred to him from this firm!"
"I endorse John Chowning as an excellent worker's compensation attorney. Mr. Chowning is very well respected in the Flint community and known for the successful representation of his clients. If you have a question regarding workers compensation benefits, Mr. Chowing most likely has the answer."
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Experience
Honors
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1985 - Present
Attorney- Managing Partner, Chowning & Edgar P.C.
1985 - 1988
Attorney, Nystrom, Nystrom, & Hitchcock
Associations
1985 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Workers' Compensation Law Section
Education
1985
Wayne State University
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
Michigan State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Retirement Seminars
Workers Compensation
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Can a gas station fire me for falling?
23 May 2020
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Is it ethical for a private investigator to do this in a personal injury case?
08 Feb 2019
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When I receive a workers comp settle in the State of Michigan how much can be deducted for child support?
26 Jan 2019