About Brian E
Brian E Gordon built his career in Michigan courts and firms. He earned a law degree from Michigan State University College of Law in 1999 after completing undergraduate studies in pre-law at Michigan State in 1994. Those academic years framed an early interest in courtroom work and state-level practice.
He began his legal career in the Kent County Circuit Court, serving as a law clerk in 1999. That year in chambers gave him early exposure to trial procedure, judicial decision-making and the day-to-day rhythms of the trial calendar. He moved into private practice the following year when he joined Hess, Hess & Kmetz, PLC as an associate. That period introduced him to client representation and the demands of litigation on both strategy and logistics.
A decade into practice, Gordon's path led him to Gordon & Shaw, PLC in 2011 where he continued as a lawyer. His time there expanded his experience handling matters in Michigan courts and representing local clients. Over the years his work has combined courtroom preparation, motion practice and client counseling. He has carried the procedural lessons from his clerkship into each subsequent role.
Colleagues describe him as steady in the courtroom and methodical in preparation. He holds current membership in professional associations, participating in their programs and local bar activities. Those connections have kept him tied to developments in state law and practice norms. He has not limited his career to a single firm; instead he has moved between public and private roles that emphasize hands-on legal work.
Gordon now practices from an office at Gordon & Hess, PLC. He concentrates his efforts on matters arising in Michigan and continues to appear before state trial judges. His practice combines litigation tasks and client-facing responsibilities, carried out from the firm’s Michigan office.
He remains based in Michigan, where he started his legal career after law school. His current practice is conducted through Gordon & Hess, PLC, where he handles state-court matters and client representation in Michigan.
