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