Atty. Christopher A Ballard

Atty. Christopher A Ballard

Christopher A Ballard is a lawyer practicing aviation law, nonprofit & tax-exempt org, probate & estate and 5 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Ann Arbor Ann Arbor 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Christopher A Ballard at a glance

Christopher A Ballard is a Partner based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, practicing at Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and aviation. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. Tax Court (1992). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1992) and University of Michigan B.A. with honors and distinction (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Ingham County, Washtenaw County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan Washtenaw Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Ann Arbor, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher A Ballard is a lawyer practicing aviation law, nonprofit & tax-exempt org, probate & estate and 5 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Christopher practices at Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP in Ann Arbor, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher A Ballard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher A Ballard handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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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Tax Law

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

Christopher A Ballard is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Michigan →

Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

Christopher A Ballard is one of 9,225 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation 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 Ann Arbor 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 Christopher A Ballard

Where is Christopher A Ballard's law office located?
Christopher A Ballard's law practice is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The firm is Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher A Ballard handle?
Christopher A Ballard focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Christopher A Ballard practiced law?
Christopher A Ballard has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Christopher A Ballard go to law school?
Christopher A Ballard earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (—).
How can I contact Christopher A Ballard for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Christopher A Ballard received?
Christopher A Ballard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1992
University of Michigan B.A. with honors and distinction
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1992

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