Atty. James A Carolan

Atty. James A Carolan

James A Carolan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business planning, probate and 13 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Central Michigan University in 1976, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Northville Northville 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About James A Carolan at a glance

James A Carolan is a Sr. Estate Planning Attorney based in Northville, Michigan. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and poa. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1986). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1986) and Central Michigan University (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Northville, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A Carolan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business planning, probate and 13 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Central Michigan University in 1976, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • James practices in Northville, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James A Carolan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A Carolan 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.

James A Carolan is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James A Carolan is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Power of Attorney

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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 Northville 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 James A Carolan

Where is James A Carolan's law office located?
James A Carolan's law practice is located in Northville, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A Carolan handle?
James A Carolan focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James A Carolan practiced law?
James A Carolan has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did James A Carolan go to law school?
James A Carolan earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact James A Carolan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James A Carolan received?
James A Carolan's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1986
B.S.
Central Michigan University
- 1976

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1986

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