John Faris Joins Dickinson Wright Grand Rapids Office
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Dickinson Wright is pleased to announce that John Faris has joined the firm’s Grand Rapids office as Of Counsel.
John advises clients on real estate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and investment strategies, drawing on his background in business, finance, private equity, and tax. His work spans several industries, with a focus on hospitality, early-stage companies, and real estate development. John works with clients throughout the full business lifecycle—from startup and fundraising to acquisitions, joint ventures, and exits. He has handled deals involving hotels, mixed-use properties, corporate combinations, and investment platforms. John is known for his clear judgment, practical advice, and ability to balance immediate business needs with long-term goals.
Before joining the firm, John was general counsel and chief development liaison at a private real estate and franchise company, where he worked on repositioning projects, capital raising, and brand development. He regularly collaborates with executives, boards, and investors to support informed decisions and sustainable growth. John received his B.A. from Colorado State University and his J.D. from Western Michigan University – Thomas M. Cooley Law School.
John advises clients on real estate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and investment strategies, drawing on his background in business, finance, private equity, and tax. His work spans several industries, with a focus on hospitality, early-stage companies, and real estate development. John works with clients throughout the full business lifecycle—from startup and fundraising to acquisitions, joint ventures, and exits. He has handled deals involving hotels, mixed-use properties, corporate combinations, and investment platforms. John is known for his clear judgment, practical advice, and ability to balance immediate business needs with long-term goals.
Before joining the firm, John was general counsel and chief development liaison at a private real estate and franchise company, where he worked on repositioning projects, capital raising, and brand development. He regularly collaborates with executives, boards, and investors to support informed decisions and sustainable growth. John received his B.A. from Colorado State University and his J.D. from Western Michigan University – Thomas M. Cooley Law School.
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