Atty. Hon Michael D Petoskey

Atty. Hon Michael D Petoskey

Hon Michael D Petoskey is a lawyer practicing tribal law, american indian law, native peoples law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Traverse City Traverse City 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Hon Michael D Petoskey at a glance

Hon Michael D Petoskey is a Chf. J., Grd. Trav. Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians based in Traverse City, Michigan. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1985) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1985). Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1983) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in Traverse City, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Hon Michael D Petoskey is a lawyer practicing tribal law, american indian law, native peoples law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Michael practices in Traverse City, MI

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 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 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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Where is Hon Michael D Petoskey's law office located?
Hon Michael D Petoskey's law practice is located in Traverse City, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Hon Michael D Petoskey practiced law?
Hon Michael D Petoskey has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Hon Michael D Petoskey go to law school?
Hon Michael D Petoskey earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1975).
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Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico
- 1983
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1985

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