Atty. Andrew Shane Gerkin

Atty. Andrew Shane Gerkin

Andrew Shane Gerkin is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business law, criminal law and 7 other areas of law. Andrew received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Brighton Brighton 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Andrew Shane Gerkin at a glance

Andrew Shane Gerkin is a Partner/Attorney based in Brighton, Michigan, practicing at Gerkin & Decker, P.C.. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (2008). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 2008) and University of Michigan (B.A., 2004). Serands clients in Brighton, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Andrew Shane Gerkin is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business law, criminal law and 7 other areas of law
  • Andrew received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Andrew practices at Gerkin & Decker, P.C. in Brighton, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Andrew Shane Gerkin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew Shane Gerkin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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 Brighton 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 Andrew Shane Gerkin

Where is Andrew Shane Gerkin's law office located?
Andrew Shane Gerkin's law practice is located in Brighton, Michigan. The firm is Gerkin & Decker, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Andrew Shane Gerkin handle?
Andrew Shane Gerkin focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Andrew Shane Gerkin practiced law?
Andrew Shane Gerkin has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Andrew Shane Gerkin go to law school?
Andrew Shane Gerkin earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2004).
How can I contact Andrew Shane Gerkin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 2008
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 2004

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 2008

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