Atty. James A Newton
James A Newton is a lawyer practicing general civil, criminal. James received a B.S. degree from Central Michigan University in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years.
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James A Newton is an Attorney based in East Lansing, Michigan, practicing at Jeffries & Newton. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1984). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1983) and Central Michigan University (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in East Lansing, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James A Newton is a lawyer practicing general civil, criminal
- James received a B.S. degree from Central Michigan University in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years
- James practices at Jeffries & Newton in East Lansing, MI
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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 East Lansing 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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