John P. Kanan
About John P. Kanan
John P. Kanan is a lawyer based in Detroit, MI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. John P. Kanan is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Detroit, Michigan
- Corporate Law
- International Mergers and Acquisitions
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Honigman LLP
Education: University of Notre Dame, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Detroit, MI
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