Chad Antuma
About Chad Antuma
Chad Antuma is a lawyer based in Grand Rapids, MI and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2024. Chad Antuma is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Commercial Litigation
- Construction Law
- Health Care Law
- Litigation - Construction
Current Firm: Hilger Hammond PC
Education: Michigan State University College of Law, J.D., graduated 2019
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
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