Atty. Curtis D. Rypma

Atty. Curtis D. Rypma

Delta Theta Phi. Executive Editor of Student Writing, Valparaiso University Law Review.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (616) 228-7626 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Curtis D. Rypma at a glance

Curtis D. Rypma is a Partner based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Schenk, Boncher & Rypma. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, m&a, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1990) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan, U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1990). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1990) and Calvin College (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Grand Rapids Bar Association State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Delta Theta Phi
  • Executive Editor of Student Writing, Valparaiso University Law Review
  • Law Clerk to Honorable William B. Murphy, Michigan Court of Appeals, 1991-1992

Member

  • City of Walker Planning Commission, 1996—
  • West Side Christian School Board, 2005

Practice Areas Explained

Curtis D. Rypma's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Curtis D. Rypma handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Curtis D. Rypma is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Michigan →

Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 Curtis D. Rypma

Where is Curtis D. Rypma's law office located?
Curtis D. Rypma's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Schenk, Boncher & Rypma. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Curtis D. Rypma handle?
Curtis D. Rypma focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, m&a, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Curtis D. Rypma practiced law?
Curtis D. Rypma has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Curtis D. Rypma go to law school?
Curtis D. Rypma earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Curtis D. Rypma for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Curtis D. Rypma received?
Curtis D. Rypma's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University
- 1990
B.A.
Calvin College
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan, U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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