Atty. James E Schaafsma

Atty. James E Schaafsma

James E Schaafsma is a lawyer practicing housing law, real property law. James received a B.A. degree from Calvin College in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Ypsilanti Ypsilanti 37 Years Experience 37 year
Call (248) 720-4132

Profile Summary

About James E Schaafsma at a glance

James E Schaafsma is a MI Property Law Prog. based in Ypsilanti, Michigan. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on real estate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1989). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1989) and Calvin College (B.A., 1986). Serves clients in Ypsilanti, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • James E Schaafsma is a lawyer practicing housing law, real property law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Calvin College in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James practices in Ypsilanti, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James E Schaafsma's Areas of Practice

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

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 Ypsilanti 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 venue, 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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Where is James E Schaafsma's law office located?
James E Schaafsma's law practice is located in Ypsilanti, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E Schaafsma handle?
James E Schaafsma focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James E Schaafsma practiced law?
James E Schaafsma has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James E Schaafsma go to law school?
James E Schaafsma earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1989
B.A.
Calvin College
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1989

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