Atty. J Thomas MacFarlane

Atty. J Thomas MacFarlane

J Thomas MacFarlane is a lawyer practicing corporate law, elder law, estate planning & probate and 6 other areas of law. J received a B.A. degree from Alma College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Birmingham Birmingham 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About J Thomas MacFarlane at a glance

J Thomas MacFarlane is a Member based in Birmingham, Michigan, practicing at Clark Hill PLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1987). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1987) and Alma College (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Birmingham, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J Thomas MacFarlane is a lawyer practicing corporate law, elder law, estate planning & probate and 6 other areas of law
  • J received a B.A. degree from Alma College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • J practices at Clark Hill PLC in Birmingham, MI

Practice Areas Explained

J Thomas MacFarlane's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

J Thomas MacFarlane is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

J Thomas MacFarlane is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Birmingham 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 Thomas MacFarlane

Where is J Thomas MacFarlane's law office located?
J Thomas MacFarlane's law practice is located in Birmingham, Michigan. The firm is Clark Hill PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J Thomas MacFarlane handle?
J Thomas MacFarlane focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has J Thomas MacFarlane practiced law?
J Thomas MacFarlane has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did J Thomas MacFarlane go to law school?
J Thomas MacFarlane earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact J Thomas MacFarlane for a consultation?
You can contact J Thomas MacFarlane 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 Thomas MacFarlane received?
J Thomas MacFarlane's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University
- 1987
B.A.
Alma College
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1987

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