About John Young
John Young has been practicing for over four decades. He has a law degree in addition to his business graduate degrees. He is also a lawyer in the State of Texas. He has worked as in-house counsel for three companies, including being the General Counsel for two public companies. He was an Associate with a large national law firm while in Texas. Before obtaining his law degree, he was Assistant Vice President for a large regional bank and he started his career after obtaining his Bachelor’s in Business Administration as a bank examiner with the Federal Reserve Bank.
Unlike many attorneys who take courses and classwork following their law school years, John Young has his MBA (Master in Business Administration) in Finance . In addition, he has taken numerous courses over the years to keep abreast of current trends and has accumulated over 300 hours of continuing legal education. He focuses his continuing education on topics that will further his practice and advance his business knowledge.
John Young is known for his ability to converse with clients in non-legal language. He speaks "business." He knows his stuff. He writes with clarity and precision. His drafting skills are superior.
John Young is a member of several C-Suite organizations including the Association of Corporate Counsel and the Executives Association of Greater Detroit. He was the co-owner of a community sponsored baseball team for five years, he is Past President of the Grosse Pointe Theatre, and he is an Elder with the 1st Presbyterian Church of Grosse Pointe.
Practice Areas
Adjunct Attorney John P. Young is a proud graduate of Harvard College (’83) and Harvard Law School (’86). After earning his J.D., Mr. Young clerked for the late Honorable Andrew P. Rodovich, a United States District Judge for the Northern District of Indiana. He then served as a law clerk to retired Justice William H. Rehnquist of the United States Supreme Court. Since that time, Mr. Young has practiced law in a number of different capacities. He served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Boston Municipal Court and, after passing the bar exam in the District of Columbia, worked in the Washington, D.C. office of Arnold & Porter doing both plaintiff- and defendant-side commercial litigation. He then represented a major international company as its employee benefits counsel in M&A and other transactions for about 25 years. Currently, he acts as Of Counsel to the Portland office of Wallingford > Kwiatkowski, P.C., where he specializes in employment law and employee benefits matters.
Testimonials and Client Feedback
In an era when the reputation of legal professionals can hinge on online reviews and client testimonials, the voice of the client has never been more important. At Attorney John Young, client feedback is a cornerstone to the practice, and an important reflection of the dedication to honest legal representation. The timeless tradition of going door to door to shake hands and establish a firm relationship may have faded somewhat in the digital age, however, Attorney John Young has ensured that every detail is handled, every situation addressed, and each problem resolved without the need for a physical meeting. Though the practice of law is less face-to-face than it was thirty years ago, Honest Legal Representation will always be a relationship-driven business model, based upon good word of mouth and successful case outcomes. Today, a simple Facebook review or Google testimonial can have a profound impact on the success of a practice. Client Testimonials are the foundation of legal business in 2019.
Take a look at what some of the clients have had to say about their legal experiences with Attorney John Young.
Attorney John Young helped me with my business consulting and franchising needs. I rely on him for all my legal demands with my business and cites his expertise and knowledge in advising and approving my franchise documents. He keeps me well informed and at ease during this process. Highly recommend him – Superb and helpful! I not only refer my clients to him but recommend him for any franchises needs, including Intellectual property management. – B. Tamassi
I thought an arbitration might cost thousands of dollars to settle but John was able to do this for me out of court and very cost effectively. I was very happy with how everything turned out. I give him 5 stars! – Ines D.
Attorney John Young saved my business. I had a few start up contracts with mis-typed addresses, missing terms and bad language. When I got my bill from the other attorney, I called the Bar Association and they helped me find Attorney John Young through their referral service. He reviewed my contracts, helped me send them back for revision and all at an affordable rate. You saved my small business from defeat. Thank you! – S.A. Santini
Awards and Recognitions
At the outset of every professional business career, change is inevitable, and this was also true for John Young. Mr. Young’s most recent endeavor is to join the renowned practice at Young & Young, Attorneys At Law. As a result of his professionalism and dedication to his clients, and the recommendations of his colleagues, Mr. Young was invited to join the firm in January 2015. As a partner, Mr. Young is focusing primarily on probate litigation and family law matters.
Throughout Mr. Young’s career, he has received numerous awards and accolades including the Certificate for Outstanding Service from The Honorable James O. Browning, United States District Judge of the U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico, as well as the President’s Volunteer Service Medal from the Office of the President of the United States . In addition, Mr. Young has received numerous certificates of appreciation for outstanding service and collaborating with St. John’s College in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Mr. Young’s involvement with the college includes serving as an advisor to the student government, chairing the committee to create the honorary award, and advising, coaching, and helping to organize the student government to bring speakers to the campus.
Mr. Young’s dedication and professionalism towards his clients, as well as his commitment to staying up to date the in the field of law, has allowed him to receive numerous accolades, and be a leading practitioner in both the areas of family law and probate litigation.
Community Service and Volunteer Work
John Young is not only dedicated to his clients, but also to the communities in which he lives and works. He has been actively involved in a range of community services and advocacy initiatives, reflecting his commitment to making a difference beyond the courtroom.
John is a proud supporter of local charities and nonprofit organizations. He believes in the power of giving back and has contributed both his time and resources to causes that promote equal access to justice, support for vulnerable populations, and the betterment of his community.
His passion for advocacy is particularly evident in his work with organizations that advocate for the rights of individuals facing legal challenges. He is an active participant in pro bono programs and has provided free legal consultations to individuals who are unable to afford representation. Through these efforts, John strives to ensure that everyone has access to quality legal services, regardless of their financial situation.
In addition to his pro bono work, John is an advocate for initiatives that focus on juvenile justice reform. He has dedicated countless hours to mentoring at-risk youth and has spoken at various schools and community centers about the importance of second chances and rehabilitation. His work in this area has not gone unnoticed, and he has received numerous accolades for his efforts to prevent youth incarceration and promote alternatives to detention.
John Young’s involvement in community services and advocacy initiatives reflects his commitment to making a positive impact, both inside and outside the courtroom. His passion for justice and his desire to help others is what drives him as an attorney and as a member of the community.
Get in Touch and Consult
Currently, John Young, Attorney at Law is offering you the chance to contact him for consultation regarding legal services. You will be able to ask him questions about your particular situation, and he will do his utmost to assist you as these legal matters are taken on a case by case basis; therefore it is vital that you, the client, feel secure in the fact that your needs will be met and that you will be given full attention concerning all areas of your case. Consultation can be done either over the phone or in person , in the form of a visit to our lawyers’ office in Oklahoma City. Because Mr. Young has had extensive experience with countless different clients from all walks of life, he is prepared to take on even the most complex of issues, and will make every effort to ensure you are not only satisfied with the quality of service, but also inexpensive rates.
