Ross A. Leisman

Ross A. Leisman is an attorney at Mika Meyers in Grand Rapids with over 35 years of experience in commercial litigation and land use law. He advises government officials, business leaders, and organizations on complex legal matters and has been recognized as Municipal Law Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers in America.

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Ross A. Leisman is an attorney at Mika Meyers in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with more than 35 years of experience in commercial litigation and land use law. His practice focuses on helping government officials, business leaders, and organizations navigate complex legal challenges in courtrooms, boardrooms, and township halls, working to ensure that business transactions remain fair and land use decisions remain reasonable.

Mr. Leisman earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Calvin College in Grand Rapids and his law degree from the University of Michigan Law School, graduating with honors from both institutions. His legal expertise has earned him recognition as Grand Rapids' 2022 Municipal Law Lawyer of the Year and 2015 Land Use and Zoning Law Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers in America. He has also been selected for inclusion in Crain's Notable Litigators and Trial Attorneys and Grand Rapids Magazine's Top Lawyers list.

Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Leisman has served his community extensively, including as Ada Township Supervisor and as a long-term member and chair of the Ada Township Planning Commission. He has also served on the boards of the Kent County Building Authority, Ada Christian School, Grand Rapids Christian High School, and other local organizations, demonstrating a deep commitment to civic engagement and community leadership.

Mr. Leisman is a frequent speaker and educator on land use, municipal law, and zoning issues. He has lectured at the Michigan Township Association, National Business Institute, Grand Valley State University, and numerous other professional forums on topics ranging from planning and zoning procedures to municipal law updates and specific regulatory issues. His practical knowledge and teaching background reflect his ability to translate complex legal concepts into actionable guidance.

Mika Meyers, the firm where Mr. Leisman practices, is a full-service law firm with over 75 years of history serving individuals, businesses, and local governments throughout the region. The firm emphasizes accessibility, prompt communication, and personalized attention. Clients work directly with their attorneys, receive timely responses to inquiries, and benefit from representation that combines the expertise and resources of an established firm with the relationship-driven approach of a smaller practice. The firm's mission centers on delivering more accessibility, more attention, and more expertise to address each client's unique challenges.

Overview compiled from the firm's website