Atty. Diane M. Rappleye

Atty. Diane M. Rappleye

Hon. Diane M.

Jackson Jackson 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Diane M. Rappleye at a glance

Diane M. Rappleye is a Chief J., Ct. of App. based in Jackson, Michigan. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, elder law, and government. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1993). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1993) and Eastern Michigan University (B.A., 1982). Serands clients in Jackson, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Hon. Diane M. Rappleye is a lawyer practicing probate, administrative law, children's and 7 other areas of law
  • Diane received a B.A. degree from Eastern Michigan University in 1982, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Diane practices in Jackson, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Diane M. Rappleye's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Diane M. Rappleye handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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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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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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Diane M. Rappleye is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Michigan →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Jackson 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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Common questions about Diane M. Rappleye

Where is Diane M. Rappleye's law office located?
Diane M. Rappleye's law practice is located in Jackson, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Diane M. Rappleye handle?
Diane M. Rappleye focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, elder law, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Diane M. Rappleye practiced law?
Diane M. Rappleye has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Diane M. Rappleye go to law school?
Diane M. Rappleye earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Diane M. Rappleye for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1993
B.A.
Eastern Michigan University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1993

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