“We are an important ingredient in the dispensation of justice. What we really do is remind society that there is nothing more sacred than our good health, and it gives me great pride in every case to stand up and remind people this is why this case is important – this is why this area of law is crucial.” – George Sinas
George T. Sinas
A Trusted Advocate for the Seriously Injured
George Sinas has dedicated over 40 years to fighting for the rights of people seriously injured across Michigan. His work has resulted in numerous multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements, and he is widely recognized for both his skill in the courtroom and his commitment to client care. George is known not only for delivering results, but also for the compassionate, thorough representation he provides every step of the way.
Leadership in Law and Lasting Impact
Over the course of his career, George has become a respected leader in Michigan’s legal community. He is a past president of the Michigan Association for Justice and a former chair of the State Bar of Michigan’s Negligence Law Section. Through these leadership roles, he has helped shape the legal landscape surrounding personal injury and auto no-fault law in Michigan.
His leadership extends beyond the courtroom. George currently serves as General Counsel for the Coalition Protecting Auto No-Fault (CPAN), a statewide alliance of medical and consumer groups dedicated to preserving Michigan’s no-fault insurance system and protecting access to care for accident victims.
Recognized Excellence and Honors
George’s work has been recognized time and time again, both at the state and national level. He has received many of the legal profession’s highest honors, including:
- Newsmaker of the Year, Michigan Lawyers Weekly, 2023 – for his work on the landmark Andary v. USAA case
- Cline Schreier Award for Excellence, State Bar of Michigan, 2018
- Thomas E. Brennan Lifetime Achievement Award, Ingham County Bar Association, 2018
- Respected Advocate Award, Michigan Defense Trial Counsel, 2015
- Champion of Justice Award, Michigan Association for Justice, 2014
- Michigan Lawyer of the Year, Michigan Lawyers Weekly, 2013
- Legacy Society Professional Service Award, Brain Injury Association of Michigan, 2005
- Leo A. Farhat Outstanding Attorney Award, Ingham County Bar Association, 2003
George has also been listed in The Best Lawyers in America every year since 1989 and named a Michigan Super Lawyer annually since 2006. He’s been featured multiple times among the Top 100 Super Lawyers in Michigan and was named “Lansing Personal Injury Litigator of the Year” in 2009, 2014, and 2024.
Thought Leader and Legal Educator
Beyond trial work, George is a respected legal scholar and educator. He has authored two legal textbooks and numerous articles focused on motor vehicle injury law and Michigan’s auto no-fault insurance system. His ability to explain complex legal concepts has made him a trusted authority on personal injury law.
George has also served as an Adjunct Professor at Michigan State University College of Law, where he taught auto no-fault law and mentored future attorneys committed to public service and justice.
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Email: georgesinas@sinasdramis.com
Phone: 517-394-7500
Toll Free: 866-758-0031
Education
- B.A., University of Michigan, Political Science, 1972
- J.D., Wayne State University Law School, 1975
Admissions
- Michigan, 1975
Professional Associations
- Michigan Association for Justice – Current Executive Board Member, Past President
- State Bar of Michigan – Member
- State Bar of Michigan, Negligence Law Section – Chairperson, 1989-90
- Ingham County Bar Association – Member
Awards & Recognition
- Michigan Lawyers Weekly – Newsmaker of the Year, 2023
- Ingham County Bar Association – Thomas E. Brennan Lifetime Achievement Award, 2018
- State Bar of Michigan Negligence Law Section – Earl J. Cline & Sherwin Schreier Award for Excellence, 2018
- Leading Lawyers – Listed yearly, 2013-Present
- Best Lawyers in America – Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Litigation – Listed yearly, 1989-Present
- Michigan Super Lawyers – Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Litigation – Listed yearly, 2006-Present
- Michigan Super Lawyers – Top 100 Lawyers in Michigan, 2006, 2007, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
- Leading Lawyers – Top 10 Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Lawyers in Michigan, 2017
- Michigan Defense Trial Counsel – Most Respected Advocate Award, 2015
- Michigan Association for Justice – Champion of Justice, 2014
- Best Lawyers of America – Lansing Personal Injury Litigator of the Year, 2009, 2014, 2025
- Michigan Lawyers Weekly – Michigan Lawyer of the Year, 2013
- Coalition Protecting Auto No-Fault (CPAN) – Protection and Preservation Award, 2013
- ACS Foundation – Catalina Andres Humanitarian Award, 2013
- Brain Injury Association of Michigan – Legacy Society Professional Service Award, 2005
- Ingham County Bar Association – Leo A. Farhat Outstanding Attorney Award, 2003
Publications
- “The No-Fault Tort Threshold: A Comprehensive Survey of the Law” co-authored with Joel Finnell, a great research aid available for purchase through the Michigan Association for Justice
- “Protecting the Injured: A Summary Guide to the New Auto No-Fault Law” – co-authored with Stephen Sinas and Thomas Sinas, this brochure is an essential resource to those injured in Michigan motor vehicle accidents regarding their rights under the recently reformed no-fault law. “Protecting the Injured” replaces our former publication known as the “Rights and Benefits” brochure, which has been widely used throughout Michigan by injured people and the medical teams that provide them care
- “Making Smart Choices: A Summary Guide to the New Auto No-Fault Law” – co-authored with Stephen Sinas and Thomas Sinas, an in-depth guide to consumer choices under the 2019 reformed auto no-fault law
- “Navigating the Chaos: the New No-Fault Legislation” – co-authored with Stephen Sinas and Tom Sinas, a thorough overview of Michigan’s new no-fault law following the legislation’s 2019 reform
- “Deciphering Two Related Concepts: No-Fault PIP Causation Law and the Decision in Griffith v State Farm,” Thomas M. Cooley Law Review, 2010
- “Highway Defect Claims . . . Is Something Wrong with the Actual Roadbed?,” State Bar of Michigan, Negligence Law Section Quarterly, 2002
- “Case Management and the Michigan No-Fault Law: A Look at the Legal Issues,” Michigan Bar Journal, 2000
- “Case Management and the Michigan No-Fault Law,” Michigan Bar Journal, 1999
- “1995 No-Fault Tort Threshold: A Statutory Hybrid,” Michigan Bar Journal, 1995
- “The Evolving No-Fault Tort Threshold,” Michigan Bar Journal, 1986
- “The Current Status of No-Fault – Increasing Discord in Appellate Court Decisions,” Michigan Bar Journal, 1978
- “Michigan No-Fault Auto Insurance Decisions (No-Fault Red Book)”
- “Motor Vehicle No-Fault Law in Michigan,” co-authored with Wayne J. Miller
Speaking Engagements
- Presenter, Brain Injury Association of Michigan Fall Conference – “The Current State of Auto No-Fault Reform”, September 2019
- Presenter, Co-Founder, Michigan Association for Justice’s annual No-Fault Institute – multiple years since 1985
- Presenter, Institute for Continuing Legal Education’s annual No-Fault Update – multiple years since 1985