Atty. J David Kerr

Atty. J David Kerr

J David Kerr is a lawyer practicing administrative & regulatory law, agricultural law, civil rights law and 16 other areas of law. J received a A.B. degree from Hillsdale College in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years.

Mount Pleasant Mount Pleasant 61 yrs experience 61 year
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About J David Kerr at a glance

J David Kerr is a trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and employment attorney based in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1965), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1969), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1973), and U.S. Supreme Court (1976). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1965) and Hillsdale College (A.B., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Mount Pleasant, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J David Kerr is a lawyer practicing administrative & regulatory law, agricultural law, civil rights law and 16 other areas of law
  • J received a A.B. degree from Hillsdale College in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • J practices in Mount Pleasant, MI

Practice Areas Explained

J David Kerr's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

J David Kerr is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Michigan →

Probate

J David Kerr is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Michigan →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

J David Kerr is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Michigan →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

J David Kerr is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

J David Kerr is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

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 Mount Pleasant 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 J David Kerr

Where is J David Kerr's law office located?
J David Kerr's law practice is located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J David Kerr handle?
J David Kerr focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has J David Kerr practiced law?
J David Kerr has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did J David Kerr go to law school?
J David Kerr earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (A.B., 1962).
How can I contact J David Kerr for a consultation?
You can contact J David Kerr 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 J David Kerr received?
J David Kerr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1965
A.B.
Hillsdale College
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1965
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1977

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