Channing Robinson-Holmes

Partner

Since joining Pitt McGehee Palmer Bonanni & Rivers, Channing Robinson-Holmes has played a critical role in advocating for those impacted by systemic injustices – from numerous employment cases to civil rights actions to whistleblower claims.  She is a key member of the legal team in the Flint Water Crisis litigation, seeking accountability and justice for the city’s residents. Channing is a dedicated advocate for survivors of sexual assault and harassment, including current and former members of the University of Kentucky Women’s Swim Team. She also fights for the rights of individuals with disabilities—whether actual, perceived, or in their medical history—as well as LGBTQIA+ individuals facing workplace discrimination.

In addition to her advocacy for marginalized communities, Channing has built a successful track record protecting employees who expose workplace wrongdoing, appearing before the Michigan Supreme Court on behalf of the plaintiff in Jennifer Janetsky v Saginaw County in her 10-year fight for justice. She has served as second-chair in two whistleblower cases and successfully first-chairing Ellerbee v. Kuzzo’s Chicken & Waffles. She, along with Cary McGehee, also represented two putative classes of women incarcerated in Michigan’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility who suffered harm from a scabies outbreak and unhealthy mold conditions. In a recent victory, Channing and Cary McGehee overturned the juvenile life-without-parole sentence of Barbara Hernandez, making her eligible for parole after serving more than 30 years in prison.

Beyond the courtroom, Channing’s work has contributed to broader legal reform, including expanding the scope of gross negligence claims to better protect vulnerable children and hold educational institutions accountable. She is an active member of the Michigan Association for Justice (MAJ) Amicus Committee, contributing at least two amicus briefs annually to the Supreme Court on civil rights issues, and serves on the Michigan State Bar’s Bar Journal Committee.

Channing was a finalist for the 2022 Public Justice Trial Lawyer of the Year Award and a recipient of MAJ’s 2024 Champion of Justice Award. Through her practice, she continues to fight for justice, equity, and accountability for those most in need.

Contact Channing
(248) 398-9800 phone
(248) 268-7996 fax

Selected Publications

The Disappearing Public Policy Claim
by Channing Robinson-Holmes
Labor and Employment Lawnotes, Labor and Employment Law Section, State Bar of Michigan, Fall 2023, page 11

A Primer on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
by Channing Robinson-Holmes
Labor and Employment Lawnotes, Labor and Employment Law Section, State Bar of Michigan, Summer 2023, page 4

WPA: Suspected violations of law
by Channing Robinson-Holmes
Labor and Employment Lawnotes, Labor and Employment Law Section, State Bar of Michigan, Spring 2023

Lamenting the loss of public policy claims for independent contractors
by Channing Robinson-Holmes
Michigan Bar Journal, State Bar of Michigan, December 2022

Client Testimonials

  • “I have had a wonderful experience with Channing Robinson as my attorney. Channing is professional, knowledgeable, and understanding of all my legal needs. Wonderful individual and very relatable. She represents me with the utmost class, care and concern. Best law firm and attorney. I highly recommend them to handle your legal matter with confidence, professionalism, and attentiveness.”

    P.E.

  • “From the first meeting, I knew I had come to the right law office to represent me in my employment termination case. Channing Robinson and her team made me feel ‘at home,’ in their presence. I was very nervous and anxious, but they took the time and made me feel like I was their only client. It’s been a great working relationship. I could not be happier. I give Channing, Jennifer, Carrie and the firm my highest recommendation!”

    M.H.

  • “I was nervous and conflicted about pursuing legal action, and the team at Pitt, McGehee, Palmer Bonanni & Rivers was amazing. Channing Robinson was an exemplary professional who communicated frequently and prepared me thoroughly. She helped me get through the stress and emotional toll of litigation. I am so grateful to have experienced justice served and closure. I would never have been able to have it without Channing.”

    A.D.

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