John S. Lepard
Shareholder
Phone: 616.842.3030
Fax: 616.846.6621
Email: jlepard@scholtenfant.com
Legal Assistant:
Mary Hardy
Practice Areas:
School Law
Labor and Employment Law
Areas of emphasis/expertise:
John’s practice concentrates on all aspects of both school law and
labor and employment law.
Bar Memberships:
American Bar Association and its Labor and Employment Law and
State and Local Government Law Sections
State Bar of Michigan and its Labor and Employment Law Section
Ottawa County Bar Association
Education:
Albion College (Bachelor of Arts, 1964)
Michigan State University (Master of Arts, 1966)
University of Denver College of Law (Juris Doctor, 1970)
Professional Activities:
Michigan Association of School Boards, Council of School Attorneys
(board of directors); National School Board Association,
Council of School Attorneys; Conference or seminar speaker
on school law, labor and employment law and professional ethics matters.
Personal:
Born December 7, 1941, John lives in Grand Haven, Michigan with
his wife, Nancy. They have four grown children and, so far,
four grandchildren. John enjoys Lake Michigan sailing, wood working,
a variety of outdoor activities, and especially time with family.
Community Activities:
John continues to derive satisfaction from his past and present
community involvement with such organizations as: Grand Haven Schools Foundation
(board member); Camp Sunshine (board member); First Presbyterian Church
(elder); American Cancer Society, Ottawa County Chapter (former president);
Tri-Cities Ministries Counseling Center (former president); and Rotary Club
of Grand Haven.
Pro Bono:
Pro Bono work has been predominantly devoted to the various civic
and charitable organizations with which John is involved.
Publications:
Note Editor, Denver Law Journal, 1969-1970