Atty. Carolyn E Gaston

Atty. Carolyn E Gaston

Carolyn E Gaston is a lawyer practicing arbitration & mediation, assault and battery, child custody and 22 other areas of law. Carolyn received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Carolyn E Gaston at a glance

Carolyn E Gaston is a Member based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Carolyn Gaston & Associates P.C.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, probate, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1989). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1989) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Grand Rapids and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan (Member, Family, Criminal Defense and Children's Law Sections) Kent County Criminal Defense Bar. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Carolyn E Gaston is a lawyer practicing arbitration & mediation, assault and battery, child custody and 22 other areas of law
  • Carolyn received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Carolyn practices at Carolyn Gaston & Associates P.C. in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Carolyn E Gaston's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carolyn E Gaston handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

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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 Grand Rapids 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 Carolyn E Gaston

Where is Carolyn E Gaston's law office located?
Carolyn E Gaston's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Carolyn Gaston & Associates P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carolyn E Gaston handle?
Carolyn E Gaston focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, probate, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Carolyn E Gaston practiced law?
Carolyn E Gaston has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Carolyn E Gaston go to law school?
Carolyn E Gaston earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Carolyn E Gaston for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Carolyn E Gaston received?
Carolyn E Gaston's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1989
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1989

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