Atty. Barnett Jay Colvin

Atty. Barnett Jay Colvin

Barnett Jay Colvin is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business law, probate & estate planning and 7 other areas of law. Barnett received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years.

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Profile Summary

About Barnett Jay Colvin at a glance

Barnett Jay Colvin is a Member based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Bodman PLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, employment, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1989). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1989) and Wayne State University (B.S., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Detroit Bar Association State Bar of Michigan Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants Financial and Estate Planning Council of Detroit. Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barnett Jay Colvin is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business law, probate & estate planning and 7 other areas of law
  • Barnett received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Barnett practices at Bodman PLC in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Barnett Jay Colvin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barnett Jay Colvin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Barnett Jay Colvin is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Barnett Jay Colvin is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Michigan →

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 Detroit 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 Barnett Jay Colvin

Where is Barnett Jay Colvin's law office located?
Barnett Jay Colvin's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Bodman PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barnett Jay Colvin handle?
Barnett Jay Colvin focuses on probate, estate planning, employment, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Barnett Jay Colvin practiced law?
Barnett Jay Colvin has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Barnett Jay Colvin go to law school?
Barnett Jay Colvin earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1984).
How can I contact Barnett Jay Colvin for a consultation?
You can contact Barnett Jay Colvin directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Barnett Jay Colvin received?
Barnett Jay Colvin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1989
B.S.
Wayne State University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1989

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