Atty. Douglas J McNeil

Atty. Douglas J McNeil

Douglas J McNeil is a lawyer practicing corporation law, real estate law, environmental law and 5 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.S. degree from Dartmouth College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Grand Haven Grand Haven 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas J McNeil at a glance

Douglas J McNeil is a Member based in Grand Haven, Michigan, practicing at McNeil Karafa Baty & Saunders, LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1982). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1982) and Dartmouth College (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Muskegon County and American. Serands clients in Grand Haven, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas J McNeil is a lawyer practicing corporation law, real estate law, environmental law and 5 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.S. degree from Dartmouth College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Douglas practices at McNeil Karafa Baty & Saunders, LLP in Grand Haven, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas J McNeil's Areas of Practice

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

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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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Douglas J McNeil is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Grand Haven 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 McNeil

Where is Douglas J McNeil's law office located?
Douglas J McNeil's law practice is located in Grand Haven, Michigan. The firm is McNeil Karafa Baty & Saunders, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas J McNeil handle?
Douglas J McNeil focuses on business, real estate, litigation, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Douglas J McNeil practiced law?
Douglas J McNeil has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Douglas J McNeil go to law school?
Douglas J McNeil earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact Douglas J McNeil for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas J McNeil 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 McNeil received?
Douglas J McNeil's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1982
B.S.
Dartmouth College
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1982

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