Atty. James A Ault

Atty. James A Ault

James A Ault is a lawyer practicing telecommunications, energy, regulated utilities and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Energy & More Attorney · Serving Okemos, MI · 47+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About James A Ault at a Glance

James A Ault is a President based in Okemos, Michigan. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1979). Educated at University of Detroit (J.D., 1979) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1975). Serves clients in Okemos, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About James A Ault

  • James A Ault is a lawyer practicing telecommunications, energy, regulated utilities and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices in Okemos, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James A Ault's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A Ault handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Okemos.

Probate in Okemos

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Estate Planning & Probate in Okemos

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 Okemos

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

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Real Estate Law in Okemos

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Environmental Law in Okemos

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Okemos

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 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.

Okemos Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Okemos-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About James A Ault

Where is James A Ault's law office located?
James A Ault's law practice is located in Okemos, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A Ault handle?
James A Ault focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James A Ault practiced law?
James A Ault has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James A Ault go to law school?
James A Ault earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact James A Ault for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Okemos Choose James A Ault

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 James A Ault's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and environmental.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

James A Ault brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering probate, estate planning, and business, James A Ault can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Okemos

A Okemos-based practice means James A Ault 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 James A Ault Handles in Okemos

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James A Ault has experience with under Michigan law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning
Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
Residential property transactions
Real Estate
Commercial lease disputes
Real Estate
Title and deed issues
Real Estate
Landlord-tenant conflicts
Real Estate

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact James A Ault directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of Detroit
- 1979
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1975

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Michigan
Admitted: 1979

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