James P. Cunningham
James P. Cunningham maintains one of the most highly regarded family law and divorce litigation practices in the state. In his over 30 years in practice, he has represented numerous men and women well-known in the Detroit metropolitan community. His career includes ten published appellate cases concerning important family law issues, three of these before the Michigan Supreme Court.
A prolific author, Jay has published over twenty articles on family law topics. He lectures extensively throughout the state. He is one of three attorneys in Michigan certified as a fellow in the International Academy of Family Law. He is on the faculty of three institutes that provide legal education and certification to lawyers and
Prior to law school, Jay served five years with distinction as an officer in the United States Navy.
Jay is frequently honored for achievement by his peers and ranking organizations. He has been named as a “Michigan Super Lawyer” since its
- Super Lawyers “Top 100 Michigan Lawyers”
- Michigan Super Lawyers, 2006 to 2017
- DBusiness Magazine “Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit,” 2012 to present
- Nation’s Top One Percent, 2014 to present
- Leading Lawyers, 2013 to present
- National Association of Distinctive Counsel
- AV “Preeminent” Lawyer (peer review ranking by Martindale-Hubbell), 1988 to present
- American Bar Association National Pro Bono Award, Veterans Assistance, 2013
- Oakland County Bar Association Distinguished Service Award
- Who’s Who in American Law, 6th Edition, 1999
- Who’s Who in the World, 19th edition, 1990
Birmingham, Michigan 48009