Atty. Eric W. Phelps
Eric W. Phelps, M.A., J.D., was born and raised in the small Michigan town of Flat Rock, where his conservative values and strong work ethic were forged.
Adoptions & More Attorney · Serving Traverse City, MI · 28+ Years Experience
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About Eric W. Phelps at a Glance
Eric W. Phelps is a Member based in Traverse City, Michigan, practicing at Phelps Legal Group PLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1998), U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1998), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1999), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (2002). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1998) and Eastern Michigan University (B.S. Mary, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Traverse City, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric W. Phelps
- Eric W. Phelps, M.A., J.D., was born and raised in the small Michigan town of Flat Rock, where his conservative values and strong work ethic were forged
- His love of country inspired his life of service, first in the U.S
- Marine Corps and later as an attorney and through community service
- He has been an attorney for more than 15 years and is AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest possible rating for professional excellence by his peers
- Mr. Phelps practices family, adoption, fertility, business, civil, estate and probate law
- He has handled hundreds of cases involving divorce, division of assets, child custody, parental rights, child support and alimony
- He regularly litigates cases in all Michigan trial and appellate courts.HonorsNavy Commendation Medal AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®Professional associationsState Bar of MichiganChristian Legal SocietyAmerican Society for Reproductive MedicineCommunity involvementNew Hope Community ChurchBoard of Directors, National Fertility Support CenterMilitary serviceU.S
- Marine Corps, Major, 1985-1999
Practice Areas Explained
Eric W. Phelps's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric W. Phelps handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Traverse City.
Trusts in Traverse City
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Probate in Traverse City
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Family Law in Traverse City
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Estate Planning & Probate in Traverse City
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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Business & Corporate Law in Traverse City
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Traverse City
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 venue, 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.
Traverse City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Traverse City-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Traverse City Choose Eric W. Phelps
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric W. Phelps's practice in the field of trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric W. Phelps brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Michigan, U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit, Eric W. Phelps can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and family law, Eric W. Phelps can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Traverse City
A Traverse City-based practice means Eric W. Phelps attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric W. Phelps Handles in Traverse City
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