Thomas A. Kuiper
866-719-4654 (Toll Free)
Tom Kuiper is an experienced litigator with proficiency in a variety of cases and forums. He practices in State district, circuit, and probate courts, Federal courts, appellate courts, and in arbitration and mediation settings. He represents a variety of clients, from billion-dollar corporations in commercial litigation disputes to the individual involved in a personal dispute or family breakup.
Although the issues and forums may differ, Tom's approach remains the same: To relate to people, to communicate difficult legal concepts and information in a clear and simple manner, and to work on a personal level with the client.
Tom lives in Ada with his family. He enjoys sports, fishing, and activities with his children, including coaching their numerous youth sports teams.
Areas of Practice
- Civil Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Personal Injury Litigation
- Trust Litigation
- Real Estate Litigation
- Family Litigation
- Mediation & Arbitration
- Business Litigation
- Domestic Relations
Bar Admissions
- Michigan, 1992
- U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan, 1992
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan, 1992
- U.S. Court of Appeals 6th Circuit, 1992
Education
- Wayne State University Law School, Detroit, Michigan
- J.D. - 1992
- Hope College, Holland, MI
- B.A. (Cum Laude) - 1989
- Major: Economics
- Major: Business Administration
Published Works
- "Injecting Fault into No-Fault: Does SJI2d 50.11 Apply in a First-Party No-Fault Case?", (Co-Author with Jack L. Hoffman), Michigan Bar Journal, September, 1998
- Appellate Advocacy: Refresher Tips Before Oral Argument
Honors and Awards
- Michigan Super Lawyer, 2009
- AV Rated by Martindale Hubbell, 2000 - Present
Professional Associations and Memberships
- American Bar Association
- Grand Rapids Bar Association, Chairman (Litigation Section), 2001 - 2005
- Federal Bar Association
- State Bar of Michigan
- Alternative Dispute Resolution Task Force, Kent County Circuit Court
- The Other Way Ministries, Board of Directors, VP and President, 1999 - 2003
- Garfield Park Neighborhoods Association, President, Board of Directors, 1995 - 2003
- Elder, Forest Hills Presbyterian Church, 2004 - 2007
Past Employment Positions
- Wheeler Upham, P.C., Shareholder, 1993 - 2005
- Michigan Court of Appeals, Law Clerk, 1992 - 1993
