Atty. James C Thompson

Atty. James C Thompson

James C Thompson is a lawyer practicing business law, estate administration, estate planning and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.Mus. degree from Western Michigan University in 1963, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Reed City Reed City 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About James C Thompson at a glance

James C Thompson is a Member based in Reed City, Michigan, practicing at McCurdy, Wotila & Porteous Professional Corporation. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1969), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1969), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1971). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1968) and Western Michigan University (B.Mus., 1963). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Mecosta-Osceola (President, 1975-1976) Bar Association State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Reed City, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James C Thompson is a lawyer practicing business law, estate administration, estate planning and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.Mus. degree from Western Michigan University in 1963, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James practices at McCurdy, Wotila & Porteous Professional Corporation in Reed City, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James C Thompson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James C Thompson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

James C Thompson is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Michigan →

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 C Thompson 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 C Thompson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Real Estate Law

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

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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 Reed City 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 C Thompson

Where is James C Thompson's law office located?
James C Thompson's law practice is located in Reed City, Michigan. The firm is McCurdy, Wotila & Porteous Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James C Thompson handle?
James C Thompson focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James C Thompson practiced law?
James C Thompson has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James C Thompson go to law school?
James C Thompson earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.Mus., 1963).
How can I contact James C Thompson for a consultation?
You can contact James C Thompson 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 James C Thompson received?
James C Thompson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1968
B.Mus.
Western Michigan University
- 1963

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1971

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