Brian Lawson Elected as Trustee of the Grand Rapids Bar Association

Sinas Dramis is proud to congratulate Grand Rapids personal injury attorney Brian Lawson on his election to the Grand Rapids Bar Association Board of Trustees. Brian was elected in April of 2024, and it will be his second tenure serving on the association board as a trustee.

Brian, who joined Sinas Dramis in 2022, boasts over 30 years of legal experience in West Michigan. His career includes significant roles at Drew, Cooper, and Anding, where he was a partner, and Rhoades McKee, where he served as Litigation Group Chair. His practice spans various aspects of personal injury law, including product liability, trucking accidents, and nursing home abuse.
Brian’s educational background includes a summa cum laude B.A. in English from Franklin College and a cum laude J.D. from Indiana University School of Law. His clients and peers commend his dedication and integrity, which have led to significant resolutions in numerous cases related to severe injury and wrongful death. One of Brian’s clients said it best when they recognized his dedication to his work and more importantly, his clients.

“Brian is extremely knowledgeable and professional and made our settlement one of the largest on a premises liability case. He kept our family informed of every change. Aside from being very personable, he is definitely not a stuffed shirt. When we could no longer think, he was our brain and kept us focused.” 

Beyond his professional achievements, Brian is deeply committed to community service. He has volunteered in numerous capacities, including serving as a youth soccer coach, mentoring a robotics team, and supporting Special Olympics and Meals on Wheels. His involvement in the Grand Rapids Bar Association has been extensive, including serving on the board for the Young Lawyers Section and the Foundation Committee.

Brian’s election as a Trustee underscores his professional accomplishments and dedication to the legal community. In addition to Brian, Sinas Dramis shareholder Tom Sinas, who manages the firm’s Grand Rapids office, has also previously served on the GRBA board. For more about Brian Lawson and his work, visit his profile. For more information about the Grand Rapids Bar Association, visit their website.