Atty. James D Florip

Atty. James D Florip

James D Florip is a lawyer practicing municipal law, public utility law, zoning, planning and land use and 8 other areas of law. James received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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About James D Florip at a glance

James D Florip is a Partner based in Alpena, Michigan, practicing at Gillard, Bauer, Mazrum, Florip, Smigelski & Gulden. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on probate, employment, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1976). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1976) and University of Michigan (B.B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of 26th Judicial Circuit. Serands clients in Alpena, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James D Florip is a lawyer practicing municipal law, public utility law, zoning, planning and land use and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at Gillard, Bauer, Mazrum, Florip, Smigelski & Gulden in Alpena, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James D Florip's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

James D Florip is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Michigan →

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 Alpena 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 D Florip

Where is James D Florip's law office located?
James D Florip's law practice is located in Alpena, Michigan. The firm is Gillard, Bauer, Mazrum, Florip, Smigelski & Gulden. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James D Florip handle?
James D Florip focuses on probate, employment, business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James D Florip practiced law?
James D Florip has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James D Florip go to law school?
James D Florip earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.B.A., 1973).
How can I contact James D Florip for a consultation?
You can contact James D Florip 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 D Florip received?
James D Florip's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1976
B.B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1976

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