Arthur C. "Art" Spalding
Awarded Practice Areas
Litigation - Real Estate Real Estate Law
Biography
Art has extensive experience in condemnation (eminent domain), real estate and zoning matters, including the litigation of dozens of significant cases. He has represented clients in Michigan District and Circuit Courts, Federal District Courts, the Michigan Court of Appeals, the Michigan Supreme Court and the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals.
Overview
- Wayne State University, J.D., graduated 1968
- Michigan, Michigan, U.S. District Court - Western District of Michigan, U.S. Court of Appeals - Federal Circuit, U.S. Tax Court
- Grand Rapids Bar Association - Real Property Section
- State Bar of Michigan - Zoning and Land Use Committee, Public Corporation Section, Eminent Domain Committee, Real Property Law Section
- Michigan, Michigan, U.S. District Court - Western District of Michigan, U.S. Court of Appeals - Federal Circuit, U.S. Tax Court
- Grand Rapids Bar Association - Real Property Section
- State Bar of Michigan - Zoning and Land Use Committee, Public Corporation Section, Eminent Domain Committee, Real Property Law Section
- Wayne State University, J.D., graduated 1968
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Litigation - Real Estate, Grand Rapids (2025)
- Litigation - Real Estate, Grand Rapids (2014)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Litigation - Real Estate
- Real Estate Law
Awards:
- Martindale Hubbell Highest AV® Preeminent Rating
News & Media
Publications
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