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James R. Rinck
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Since 1986, I have represented individuals throughout Western Michigan in matters involving Social Security, Worker's Compensation, Personal Injury and Unemployment Benefits Law. This year, I will have been in practice for 39 years. I have a proven track record of providing positive results for clients. If you are disabled or have been injured on the job or due to the negligence of others, I will listen to you and will do my best to obtain a favorable outcome. I approach each client compassionately and work to understand the details of your individual situation to identify the best course of action for you.
At this point in my career, I have conducted over 2,000 Social Security hearings and have represented hundreds of worker's compensation clients. Unlike so many other Social Security attorneys, I am willing to appeal to federal court if appropriate; I have written over 500 such appeals. I am the only attorney in Michigan to have served three years as the Chair of the State Bar's Social Security Law Section, and I have worked to make the Social Security Bar more professional for years. No attorney worth a darn never loses a Social Security case, because those attorneys never take chances, but I usually will be willing to take a chance on you. Winning these cases is not about fighting; it is about presenting the evidence in your case in the best way possible by knowing how to do so. It's fair to say that I know how to do that. And while trials are less frequent in Worker's Compensation, I've conducted hundreds of depositions and participated in many trials and appeals. Unlike so many attorneys, I can handle your entire case. And you will be hard pressed to find another attorney who has appeared before the Michigan Court of Appeals in hundreds of cases, before the Michigan Supreme Court in several cases, in the federal courts of Michigan in hundreds of cases, and before the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in several cases.
And in breaking news, I have just been chosen (by a vote of other lawyers) as one of the best lawyers in Grand Rapids in both Worker's Compensation and Social Security. I also was board certified in the area of Social Security by the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA); currently, I am the only such attorney in the State of Michigan.
You are welcome to call me today to schedule a consultation to find out if I can help you.
Determined attorney with more than 25 years of experience fighting on your behalf.
The only attorney who is board certified NBTA in the state of Michigan. Call today for consultation!
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Social Security & Disability
50%
Workers Compensation
25%
Employment and Labor
15%
Personal Injury
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
15%-33%
Licenses
Licensed in Michigan for 43 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
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James R. Rinck's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | December 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Worst lawyer ever
Unfortunately I used rinck for my case, worst decision I've ever made. Clueless in his own profession. Lies to the judges and clients. Has to continuously ask other lawyers for advice. He's more of a con-artist than a lawyer.
James R. Rinck's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I'm a fellow Social Security Disability attorney and have seen Jim in action. He cares about his clients and is dedicated to their cases. When I have to file a federal appeal, I refer my cases to Jim as I feel he is the best Social Security Federal Appeals lawyer in the area. Roy J. Portenga"
Samuel Silverman
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Apr 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a well respected and excellent Lawyer. I have known him for many years, and know him to be a great asset to his clients. I endorse him 100%."
Samuel Silverman
Social Security & Disability lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Top Lawyers in Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids Magazine
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1900 - Present
Member, James R. Rinck, P.C.
Associations
2018 - Present
State Bar of Michigan (Social Security Section)Chair (formerly Secretary and Treasurer)
2010 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Social Security Lawyers Section
2010 - Present
National Organization of Social Security ClaimantsSustaining Member
Education
1982
University of Illinois College of Law
J.D. (Juris Doctor)
1979
Calvin College
B.A. (English)
Publications
2021
Michigan Bar Journal
The Old Order Changes, Yielding to the New
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers