Do you have a case, or plan on filing one, in the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan? Did you know that the Western District has a differentiated case management program in effect? You may have reviewed local court rule 16(e) and concluded that you may be admitted to practice before the court pro hac vice (for this particular occasion). Not so. The court does not permit pro hac vice practice. You must apply for admission to the bar of the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan.
Robert C. Timmons, PC provides local and liaison counsel services to lawyers who must litigate in the federal courts in Michigan. In some cases, we act as a clearinghouse for documents and pleadings. In other cases, we join primary counsel, and undertake major responsibility for case management and litigation services. We are completely flexible and are willing to design a relationship to fit the specific need. Our lawyers are experienced federal litigators who understand the nuances of practicing in our federal courts, and who enjoy superb reputations for excellence in litigation in federal court.
Should you contemplate filing or litigating a case in the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan, please feel free to download an application form for admission to practice before the court: This application is in pdf format and you will need to have a Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer to read and print this document.
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Our firm may also be called upon to serve as local counsel for lawsuits filed in the Michigan state courts. Michigan has a court rule providing for the admission to practice of non-Michigan attorneys pro hac vice. We have included a copy of this rule for your information:
Should you wish additional information regarding our local counsel services, please feel free to email us [Click here] or call Robert C. Timmons at 616/235-0180.
