NEWMAN GETS RESULTS
Joel’s last three jury trials resulted in:
- (1) a verdict of double damages and attorneys’ fees for our Plaintiff client;
- (2) a verdict and attorneys’ fees for our Plaintiff client; and
- (3) no damages against our Defendant clients in an action seeking mid-eight figure damages.
We are proud to share that H. Joel Newman has been selected by Michigan Lawyers Weekly as a member of the Class of 2025 "Leaders in the Law." Each year, this honor recognizes attorneys across Michigan who stand out for their courtroom acumen, legal leadership, and commitment to the profession.
Four Decades of High-Stakes Business Litigation
For over 40 years, Joel Newman has built a reputation as one of Michigan’s leading advocates in complex commercial litigation, focusing primarily on:
- Shareholder and Partnership Disputes
- Business Breakups and Business Divorces
- Corporate Reorganizations and LLC Member Oppression
Before establishing H. Joel Newman, PLLC in 2011, Joel was a founding shareholder at Hyman Lippitt, where he tried many cases his clients’ business lives depended on.. When he formed his current firm 15 years ago, he concentrated on business owner disputes. Joel tries these cases with deep preparation, tactical focus, and relentless advocacy.
Defining Precedents and High-Stakes Outcomes
H. Joel Newman has obtained numerous multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements representing plaintiffs and has successfully defended numerous clients against multi-million-dollar claims.
Mentorship, Trial Teams, and Pro Bono Service
Throughout his career, Joel has mentored dozens of law clerks, associates, and younger trial attorneys. He continues to co-counsel and collaborate on trial teams with lawyers across Michigan, sharing insights gained over four decades in the courtroom.
An Unconventional Path to the Courtroom
Joel’s legal career is defined by determination. At age 32, after being laid off from his job as a mechanic at Chrysler Engineering, an associate dean heard him speak at a United Auto Workers (UAW) event and encouraged him to pursue higher education.
Joel began attending classes at Wayne State University, graduating in just two and a half years with High Distinction and was elected Phi Beta Kappa. He went on to earn his Juris Doctor from the University of Michigan Law School, laying the groundwork for more than four decades of trial practice.
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Complex litigation, shareholder litigation, partnership disputes, business torts and many other areas of practice. Click here for a complete list of shareholder disputes and related statutes.