Atty. James C. Thomas
James C. Thomas is a lawyer practicing criminal law.
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About James C. Thomas at a glance
James C. Thomas is an Of Counsel based in Sterling Heights, Michigan, practicing at O'Reilly Rancilio, P.C.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1974), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Sixth and Seventh Circuits (1975), and U.S. Supreme Court (1980). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1973) and Wayne State University (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Sterling Heights, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James C. Thomas is a lawyer practicing criminal law
- James C. received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
- James C. practices at O'Reilly Rancilio, P.C. in Sterling Heights, MI
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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 Sterling Heights 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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