Peter A. Smit

Litigation and ADR Attorney

Peter is a partner at the Varnum law firm, having begun his practice in 1977. Peter has been a trial attorney for over 45 years, and has gained membership in the American Board of Trial Advocates, having certified a minimum of 20 trials taken to jury verdict. Peter represents clients in a variety of personal injury and commercial matters, including wrongful death and auto and trucking litigation. His practice also includes a significant focus on business litigation, including labor, environmental, and product liability matters.

Additionally, Peter is certified in Alternative Dispute Resolution for practice in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan and in Michigan circuit courts. Peter is included on the mediation and arbitration panels of counties throughout Michigan. He has received mediator training, including advanced training through the University of Windsor, as well as the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan in general civil mediation technique and philosophy.

Peter also serves as a member of the State of Michigan Attorney Disciplinary Board, which oversees the conduct of attorneys throughout Michigan.

Honors and Recognitions

Best Lawyers in America^®, Lawyer of the Year, Litigation – Intellectual Property, 2022

American Board of Trial Advocates, 2020 – present

Professional Affiliations

Best Lawyers in America^®, Lawyer of the Year, Litigation – Intellectual Property, 2022

American Board of Trial Advocates, 2020 – present