Atty. Eric James Sheppard
Eric James Sheppard is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, probate & estate planning and 2 other areas of law. Eric has been licensed for 18 years.
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Eric James Sheppard is a probate, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning attorney based in Okemos, Michigan. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2008). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (Juris Doctor, 2008). Serands clients in Okemos, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Eric James Sheppard is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, probate & estate planning and 2 other areas of law
- Eric has been licensed for 18 years
- Eric practices in Okemos, MI
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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 attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Eric James Sheppard is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →
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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 Okemos 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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