Richard R. "Rick" Symons

Richard R. "Rick" Symons

Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2005

About Richard

Rick is a member of Varnum's Labor and Employment Practice Group. He focuses on the defense of employers in workers’ compensation litigation, from managing contested cases in an aggressive and efficient manner to assessing cost-containment methods. He represents employers at all levels of the court system, including the Workers’ Compensation Appellate Court, the Michigan Court of Appeals, and Michigan Supreme Court. Rick has handled multiple Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) inspections and appeals, including appeals of citations following a complaint, serious injury, or death of an employee.

Rick is a member of Varnum's Labor and Employment Practice Group. He focuses on the defense of employers in workers’ compensation litigation, from managing contested cases in an aggressive and efficient manner to assessing cost-containment methods. He represents employers at all levels of the court system, including the Workers’ Compensation Appellate Court, the Michigan Court of Appeals, and Michigan Supreme Court. Rick has handled multiple Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) inspections and appeals, including appeals of citations following a complaint, serious injury, or death of an employee.

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4.5 / 5

39 Reviews

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Melvin Wisoky

Jan 30, 2026

Five stars for the incredible team at Richard R. "Rick" Symons in Grand Rapids - they are amazing

Richard R. "Rick" Symons is fantastic and very professional. Don't hesitate to hire them if you're in Michigan and need help. They really know their stuff and will go the extra mile to make sure you'r...

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Jordan Bruen

Jan 30, 2026

Excellent legal representation provided by Richard R. "Rick" Symons for my Workers' Compensation Law - Employers case

Richard R. "Rick" Symons is fantastic and very professional. Don't hesitate to hire them if you're in Michigan and need help. They really know their stuff and will go the extra mile to make sure you'r...

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Dianna Glover

Jan 30, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at Richard R. "Rick" Symons's legal practice

It's hard finding a reliable lawyer these days, but Richard R. "Rick" Symons in Grand Rapids is definitely one of the good ones. Would use them again if needed without hesitation. They are professiona...

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Jeffrey Carroll

Jan 30, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at Richard R. "Rick" Symons's legal practice

I've worked with a few lawyers in Grand Rapids over the years, but Richard R. "Rick" Symons stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all...

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Nicole Kozey

Jan 30, 2026

Top notch experts in Grand Rapids - Richard R. "Rick" Symons is by far the best lawyer I've ever had

Best lawyer for Workers' Compensation Law - Employers in Grand Rapids. Period. I've seen others, but Richard R. "Rick" Symons is on another level. They truly care about their clients and work hard to...