Mike Woodworth has been recognized as one of Michigan's Top Lawyers.  Having won jury verdicts well in excess of one million dollars, he is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and has for years maintained an "AV" legal ability and integrity rating from Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, the highest rating available.  Representing defendants as well as plaintiffs, he has successfully defended numerous individuals, companies and governmental entities in high stake, high visibility cases.

Besides being an accomplished trial advocate, Mike has extensive experience in Michigan state and federal appellate courts.  A former Prehearing Attorney for the Michigan Court of Appeals and Chief Appellate Counsel for the Ingham County Prosecuting Attorneys office, Mike is a current member of the Michigan Supreme Court Historical Society and Advocates Guild.  He has frequently appeared as a lecturer, trainer and consultant with respect to numerous law and law related topics.

Mike graduated magna cum laude from Central Michigan University in 1970 and cum laude from Wayne State University Law School in 1976.  He joined The Hubbard Law Firm in 1980 and serves as the Firm's President.

Mike specializes in land use, drain and municipal law and has appeared as lead counsel in a variety of cases involving a wide range of subject matters.

Mike and his wife Gina are the proud parents of eight adult children and, not surprisingly, now have an ever-growing number of grandchildren.  They enjoy nature, including frequent visits to Mexico.

Bar Associations:

• Federal Bar Association, Western District of Michigan
• American Bar Association
• State Bar of Michigan
• Ingham County Bar Association
• Eaton County Bar Association

Affiliations:

• Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce
• Michigan Secondary Education, Permanent Certification
• Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• Michigan Supreme Court Historical Society and Advocates Guild