Sukhi K. Bains

Attorney

Dave Long (Assistant) – 517-324-1032 or  dlong@willinghamcote.com

Sukhi Kaur Bains is an associate attorney and is part of the firm’s Medical Malpractice and Professional Licensing Groups.   She brings a unique combination of litigation experience, business acumen, and strategic problem-solving to the representation of healthcare professionals, insurers, and businesses. Licensed in Michigan, Illinois, and Texas, she has successfully represented clients in complex civil litigation matters involving medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and insurance-related disputes.

Sukhi Kaur Bains is a medical malpractice and insurance defense attorney who brings a unique combination of litigation experience, business acumen, and strategic problem-solving to the representation of healthcare professionals, insurers, and businesses. Licensed in Michigan, Illinois, and Texas, she has successfully represented clients in complex civil litigation matters involving medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and insurance-related disputes.

A graduate of DePaul University College of Law, Ms. Bains has built her practice on meticulous preparation, effective advocacy, and a commitment to achieving practical and cost-effective results for her clients. Throughout her legal career, she has managed all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, arbitrations, settlement negotiations, and court appearances in both state and federal courts. Her experience includes drafting and arguing complex motions, conducting fact and expert discovery, preparing cases for trial, and negotiating favorable resolutions in high-exposure matters.

Her notable achievements include representing clients in complex medical malpractice and personal injury litigation, regularly appearing before courts and arbitration panels, conducting and defending depositions, negotiating settlements, and helping organizations navigate legal and business risks. She has also been recognized for her commitment to service, earning both the DePaul University College of Law Chancellor’s Award for Service and the Dean’s Certificate of Service. During law school, she was a recipient of the DePaul Law Merit Scholarship and completed a Certificate in Family Law.

Known for her analytical approach, strong advocacy skills, and practical perspective, Ms. Bains understands the professional and reputational stakes involved in medical malpractice and insurance defense matters. Her experience enables her to provide clients with comprehensive counsel that addresses legal exposure while remaining aligned with broader organizational goals. She is dedicated to delivering responsive, results-driven representation and serving as a trusted advisor throughout every stage of the litigation process.

Admissions

  • State Bar of Illinois – 2018
  • State Bar of Texas – 2021
  • State Bar of Michigan – 2026

Awards

Education

  • Wayne State University (B.S. 2015)
  • DePaul University College of Law (J.D. 2018)

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