Richard A. Hooker

Richard A. Hooker: Top Attorney in Employment Law, Labor Law and Litigation - Labor and Employment in Novi, Michigan

Richard A. Hooker is a highly regarded attorney recognized as one of the top attorneys in employment law, labor law, and litigation - labor and employment by Best Lawyers. Since 2005, he has been honored with recognition from this prestigious list.

Practice Areas

• Employment Law - Management
• Labor Law - Management
• Litigation - Labor and Employment

Education & Credentials

• Firms: Varnum LLP
• Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2005
• Affiliations: Richard A. Hooker is a member of the American Bar Association (ABA), Michigan State Bar, and The Employment Lawyers Group.
• Languages: Fluent in English and proficient in Spanish.

Professional Background

Richard A. Hooker has been a dedicated advocate for his clients since 2005, providing legal support to management in various employment law and labor disputes. He has an extensive background in handling complex cases involving discrimination, wrongful discharge, covenants not to compete, national labor relations board matters, arbitration, mediation, civil rights violations, and more.

Throughout his career, Richard A. Hooker has earned numerous accolades for his exceptional work in the field of labor law and employment law. In 2024, he was named Lawyer of the Year: Labor Law - Management by Best Lawyers in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Additionally, he received Lawyer of the Year awards for several years in a row from 2016 to 2020 for his work in Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment.

Richard A. Hooker's commitment to excellence is reflected not only in his professional achievements but also in his dedication to providing clients with personalized, empathetic legal counsel. He believes that understanding the unique needs of each client leads to better outcomes for all involved.