Education
University of Michigan Law School
Ann Arbor, Michigan
J.D., magna cum laude, 1973
Order of the Coif
Harvard University Law School
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
B.A., magna cum laude, 1970
Member, Honors College
Phi Beta Kappa
Bar Admissions
Michigan
Court Admissions
All Michigan state courts
Banking Attorney
Jeff’s practice is focused on financing transactions, from tax-exempt and taxable bond issues to commercial loans. He has served as bond counsel to State of Michigan departments and agencies as well as to local bond issuers. He also represents letters of credit providers and underwriters in bond transactions.
Honors and Recognitions
Best Lawyers in America®, Banking and Finance Law, since 2016
Grand Rapids Magazine, Top Lawyers, Banking & Financial Service Law, 2023
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated
Professional Affiliations
Grand Rapids Bar Association
National Association of Bond Lawyers
State Bar of Michigan
Community Involvement
East Grand Rapids Schools Foundation, past Board member
Fountain Street Church Foundation, past Board member
Grand Rapids Public Schools, tutor