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Theodore James Westbrook
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Biography
Mr. Westbrook is an experienced litigator, passionate consumer advocate and principal of Westbrook Law PLLC. Mr. Westbrook has developed substantial expertise in handling complex commercial litigation, particularly in automotive, banking, and commercial debt cases, as well as consumer class actions. Mr. Westbrook is also ICLE-certified in estate planning.
Mr. Westbrook is licensed to practice law in all state courts of Michigan, the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, the United States District Court for the District of Colorado, the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court.
Outside the office, Mr. Westbrook enjoys photography and competitive long-distance running, having competed in seven Boston Marathons and countless smaller races.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Litigation
30%
19 years
Consumer Protection
25%
19 years
Estate Planning
25%
9 years
Banking
10%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 315-315 per hour
Contingency
30%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 18 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Westbrook Law PLLC
Centennial Plaza, Suite 205, 2851 Charlevoix Dr. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546
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Posted by Charles Archibald | November 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Honor, integrity and rule of law
Mr. Westbrook is our current attorney handling some serious legal issues. He acts with honor, integrity, passion, hard work, most of all he anticipates the rule of law to be upheld. Highly recommend.
Theodore James Westbrook's Lawyer Endorsements
"I worked with Ted for several years and can attest that he is a hard-working, tenacious attorney who has the requisite skill and intelligence necessary to handle complex legal matters. I would highly recommend that potential clients give Ted a call."
"I worked for Mr. Westbrook at his former firm. He is one of the most intelligent attorneys I've met, and is extremely dedicated, and detail-oriented. He's also a kind and respectful person to work with and for. I would gladly recommend him to anybody."
"I've worked with Ted on a number of consumer protection and commercial litigation matters. As our careers have progressed, he is one of the lawyers I have routinely gone to in order to discuss a particular legal issue and bounce ideas around. He has a brilliant legal mind and is a skilled litigator passionate about his work. I highly recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Top Rated Banking Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Top Rated Banking Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Member, Westbrook Law PLLC
2013 - 2016
Partner, Drew, Cooper & Anding
2007 - 2013
Associate, Drew Cooper & Anding
2007 - 2007
Law Clerk, Michigan Department Of Attorney General
Associations
2015 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
2007 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2007 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Grand Rapids Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Macholtz v. Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC, 499 F. Supp. 3d 434 (W.D. Mich. 2020)
Partial summary judgment granted to consumer plaintiff
Hullett v. Plunkett Cooney, 2020 WL 2176880 (W.D. Mich.)
Law firm defendant's motion to dismiss denied. Case subsequently settled
VanderKodde v. Mary Jane M. Elliott, P.C., 951 F.3d 397 (6th Cir. 2020)
Lower court's decision dismissing case overturned on appeal
Hoch v. Suntrust Mortgage, Inc., 2019 WL 1383712 (W.D. Mich)
Loan servicer's motion to dismiss denied. Case later settled.
Hoch v. Suntrust Mortgage, Inc., 2019 WL 1383712 (W.D. Mich)
Loan servicer's motion to dismiss denied. Case later settled.
Powers v. Brown, No. 15-H-20295-CZ (Mich. 8th Cir. 2018)
After bench trial, verdict and judgment entered in favor of consumer/purchaser
Ricketson v. Experian Information Solutions, Inc., 266 F. Supp. 3d 1083 (W.D. Mich. 2017)
Case settled subsequent to reported decision denying summary judgment
Babbitt v. ClearSpring Loan Services, Inc., No. 1:15-cv-1164 (W.D. Mich. 2017)
Case settled and class settlement was approved by the court after contested motion for class certification was granted
Meoli v. Huntington Nat'l Bank (In re Teleservices), 2015 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 129909 (W.D. Mich. 2015)
District court adopted bankruptcy court's recommendation and entered judgment exceeding $75 million.
Tennille v. Western Union, 774 F.3d 1249 (10th Cir. 2014)
Cost bond was rejected on appeal and reduced to $5,000
Transworld Materials, LLC v. Bay Block, LLC (Kent County Circuit Court)
Dismissal with prejudice, no liability
Venture Global Engineering, LLC v. Satyam Computer Servs., Ltd., 730 F.3d 580 (6th Cir. 2013)
Dismissal by federal district court overturned on appeal to federal court of appeals
Education
2007
Michigan State University College of Law
Juris Doctor
2003
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Debtors Bar of West Michigan Annual Seminar
The Intersection of Bankruptcy Practice and Consumer Claims: FDCPA, FCRA and TCPA
Publications
2013
Michigan Business Law Journal
Banks Bona Fide: A Good-Faith Approach to Lender Liability
2006
Michigan State Law Review
Owned: Finding a Place for Virtual World Property Rights
Languages
English
Activity
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