Exhibit 23(a)

CONSENT OF WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP

We consent to the reference in the Form S-4 Registration Statement of Old Kent
Financial Corporation to our opinion dated November 9, 1994, regarding the
legality of the securities being registered pursuant to the Registration
Statement, and to our opinion dated November 9, 1994, regarding certain tax
matters.  We consent to the inclusion of such opinions as Exhibits to the
Registration Statement, and to the use of our name and the statements made
regarding us appearing under the heading "Legal Opinions."

                              WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP



Dated:    November 9, 1994    By   /s/ Gordon R. Lewis
                                   Gordon R. Lewis, a Partner