Bryan Janes, J.D.
About Bryan Janes, J.D.
Bryan Janes, J.D., is a litigation attorney currently employed at Plunkett Cooney in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse professional background, including roles in business development and compliance, as well as legal positions at various organizations.
Work at Plunkett Cooney
Bryan Janes serves as a Litigation Attorney at Plunkett Cooney, a position he has held since 2021. He works in the Grand Rapids, Michigan office, where he focuses on various litigation matters. His role involves representing clients in legal disputes and providing counsel on litigation strategies.
Previous Experience in Litigation
Before joining Plunkett Cooney, Bryan Janes worked as a Litigation Attorney at Hackney, Grover, Hoover & Bean from 2018 to 2021. His experience in this role contributed to his expertise in litigation, enhancing his skills in managing complex legal cases and client representation.
Business Development and Consulting Background
Bryan Janes has a diverse background in business development and consulting. He worked as a Business Development Associate at Central Michigan University Research Corporation for six months in 2013, followed by a brief tenure as a Business Consultant at Integrated Database Systems, Inc. in 2014. Additionally, he held the position of Director of Compliance & Agent Sales at Benefit Consulting Group, Inc. from 2014 to 2016.
Educational Background
Bryan Janes holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School, which he completed from 2010 to 2012. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree from Central Michigan University, majoring in Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations with a minor in Legal Studies. His education includes a Foreign Study Program at Monash Law Chambers in Melbourne, Australia, in 2012.
Early Career and Externship Experience
Bryan Janes began his career with an externship at the Calhoun County Prosecutors Office in 2012, where he gained practical legal experience. He also worked in various roles in the employee benefits sector, including as an Employee Benefits Producer at General Agency Company and as a General Agent at US Health and Life.