Atty. Douglas J Austin

Atty. Douglas J Austin

Douglas J Austin is a lawyer practicing condemnation & real estate disputes, construction & leasing, development & financing and 4 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years.

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About Douglas J Austin at a glance

Douglas J Austin is a Shareholder based in Lansing, Michigan, practicing at Fraser Trebilcock. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on real estate, tax litigation, estate litigation, foreclosure, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of (1969). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1969) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Lansing, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Douglas J Austin is a lawyer practicing condemnation & real estate disputes, construction & leasing, development & financing and 4 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Douglas practices at Fraser Trebilcock in Lansing, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas J Austin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas J Austin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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

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Tax Litigation

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Foreclosure Defense

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Lansing 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 Douglas J Austin

Where is Douglas J Austin's law office located?
Douglas J Austin's law practice is located in Lansing, Michigan. The firm is Fraser Trebilcock. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas J Austin handle?
Douglas J Austin focuses on real estate, tax litigation, estate litigation, foreclosure, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Douglas J Austin practiced law?
Douglas J Austin has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Douglas J Austin go to law school?
Douglas J Austin earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Douglas J Austin for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas J Austin directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Douglas J Austin received?
Douglas J Austin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame Law School
- 1969
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 1969

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