Atty. Daniel Luke Short

Atty. Daniel Luke Short

Daniel Luke Short is a lawyer practicing contracts, criminal defense, criminal law and 8 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.S. degree from Central Michigan University, and has been licensed for 11 years.

Traverse City Traverse City 11 yrs experience 11 year
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About Daniel Luke Short at a glance

Daniel Luke Short is an Attorney based in Traverse City, Michigan. They have 11+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2015. Their practice focuses on divorce, contracts, criminal defense, family law, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2015). Educated at Western Michigan University Cooley Law School J.D. (—) and Central Michigan University B.S. Sociology: Social and Criminal Justice (—). Serands clients in Traverse City, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Daniel Luke Short is a lawyer practicing contracts, criminal defense, criminal law and 8 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.S. degree from Central Michigan University, and has been licensed for 11 years
  • Daniel practices in Traverse City, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Luke Short's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Luke Short handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Contracts

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Domestic Violence 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 Traverse City 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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Where is Daniel Luke Short's law office located?
Daniel Luke Short's law practice is located in Traverse City, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Luke Short handle?
Daniel Luke Short focuses on divorce, contracts, criminal defense, family law, dv defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Daniel Luke Short practiced law?
Daniel Luke Short has 11+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2015.
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Education

Western Michigan University Cooley Law School J.D.
- In Progress
Central Michigan University B.S. Sociology: Social and Criminal Justice
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 2015

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