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Atty. Adam Douglas Bancroft

Atty. Adam Douglas Bancroft

Adam Bancroft has been with Willis Law since April of 2020. Prior to working with Willis Law, Adam successfully operated and later owned a law firm in Van Buren County, Michigan for ten years and later worked for a large law firm based out of Detroit, Michigan.

Kalamazoo Kalamazoo 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Adam Douglas Bancroft at a glance

Adam Douglas Bancroft is a Counsel based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, practicing at Willis Law. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on child custody, trusts, probate, criminal defense, and poa. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2007). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., 2005) and Western Michigan University (B.A., 2002). Serands clients in Kalamazoo, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Adam Bancroft has been with Willis Law since April of 2020
  • Prior to working with Willis Law, Adam successfully operated and later owned a law firm in Van Buren County, Michigan for ten years and later worked for a large law firm based out of Detroit, Michigan
  • Adam graduated from Valparaiso University School of Law in Valparaiso, Indiana, where he earned his Juris Doctor
  • While at “Valpo Law”, Adam was a member of the Mock Trial Team as well as a member of Phi Delta Phi legal honor society
  • He also served as a clerk for State Attorney Richard A. Devine at the Cook County State’s Attorney Office in Chicago, Illinois
  • Prior to becoming an attorney, Adam earned his B.A. in Political Science and graduated with honors from Western Michigan University
  • He is admitted to practice in the State Courts of Michigan and the Federal Court for the Western District of Michigan
  • Adam has a strong commitment to the West Michigan Community which includes serving as the defense representative for a Drug Treatment Court Program
  • Adam also takes great pride in his efforts towards the planning and implementation of one of Michigan’s first Sobriety Courts
  • Adam served several years as the president of the Van Buren County Bar Association
  • Civically, Adam serves the community as a member of the board of Directors for the Van Buren County Habitat for Humanity and the Holland Hockey Association
  • Adam’s wife Kim and their son, Jack, reside in Holland, Michigan where they enjoy the many opportunities that are available within their lakeshore community
  • Prior to their move to Holland, Adam and Kim resided in and around the Kalamazoo community since meeting in 1999, while students at Western Michigan University
  • The Bancroft Family is actively involved with Immanuel Church
  • Willis Law dedicates its practice to God, the Lord Jesus Christ

Practice Areas Explained

Adam Douglas Bancroft's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Adam Douglas Bancroft handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Child Custody & Visitation

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Trusts

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Power of Attorney

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Kalamazoo are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Adam Douglas Bancroft

Where is Adam Douglas Bancroft's law office located?
Adam Douglas Bancroft's law practice is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The firm is Willis Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Adam Douglas Bancroft handle?
Adam Douglas Bancroft focuses on child custody, trusts, probate, criminal defense, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Adam Douglas Bancroft practiced law?
Adam Douglas Bancroft has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Adam Douglas Bancroft go to law school?
Adam Douglas Bancroft earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 2002).
How can I contact Adam Douglas Bancroft for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University School of Law
- 2005
B.A.
Western Michigan University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 2007

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