Jeffrey D. Koelzer

Litigation and Appellate Attorney

Jeff Koelzer is a commercial litigator specializing in high-stakes disputes for businesses, particularly in the automotive supply chain and insurance industries. He has first-chaired trials and argued appeals before the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, the Michigan Court of Appeals, and the Michigan Supreme Court, building a reputation for managing sophisticated, high-value litigation.

His practice focuses on representing businesses in challenging commercial matters. Jeff frequently advises Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers on critical supply chain issues, including disputes over contract terms, injunctions, and other time-sensitive business concerns. He also counsels clients on complex commercial insurance issues, helping them navigate coverage disputes in the early stages and in litigation.

Jeff played a key role in securing a $7.6 million jury verdict for a commercial property owner in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in an inverse condemnation case against the City of Grand Rapids – after the City initially offered nothing to settle.

Experience

Representation of a Fortune 100 Tier 2 automotive supplier in opposing motions for temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions in a complex state court supply chain dispute.

Defense of a Fortune Global 500 Tier 1 automotive supplier in multiple state and federal court matters, successfully obtaining temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions.

Representation of a non-automotive supplier in obtaining summary judgment in federal court, defeating claims for breach of an alleged long-term requirements contract.

Defense and strategic counsel for clients in large-scale insurance coverage disputes, including manufacturers, contractors, farms, and other commercial entities facing substantial insurance claims.