Atty. James D Mequio

Atty. James D Mequio

James D Mequio is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, civil trial practice, medical malpractice and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Portage Portage 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About James D Mequio at a glance

James D Mequio is a Member based in Portage, Michigan, practicing at Mequio & Peterson, P.L.C.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of (1979). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1979) and Wayne State University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of St and Joseph County and Kalamazoo County Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan Kalamazoo Trial Lawyers Association Criminal Defense Attorney's Association of Michigan. Serands clients in Portage, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James D Mequio is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, civil trial practice, medical malpractice and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Mequio & Peterson, P.L.C. in Portage, MI

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James D Mequio's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Medical Malpractice

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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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 Portage 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 Mequio

Where is James D Mequio's law office located?
James D Mequio's law practice is located in Portage, Michigan. The firm is Mequio & Peterson, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James D Mequio handle?
James D Mequio focuses on dui/dwi, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James D Mequio practiced law?
James D Mequio has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James D Mequio go to law school?
James D Mequio earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James D Mequio for a consultation?
You can contact James D Mequio 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 Mequio received?
James D Mequio's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1979
B.A.
Wayne State University
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of
Admitted: 1979

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