Admiralty & Maritime & More Attorney · Serving Ann Arbor, MI · 39+ Years Experience
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About James E. Thompson at a Glance
James E. Thompson is a business, bankruptcy, maritime, and international attorney based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987) and District of Columbia (1988). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1986) and University of Michigan (A.B., 1983). Serves clients in Ann Arbor, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E. Thompson
- Mr. James E. Thompson is a lawyer practicing international, admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law and 2 other areas of law
- James received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
- James practices in Ann Arbor, MI
Practice Areas Explained
James E. Thompson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Thompson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Ann Arbor.
Business & Corporate Law in Ann Arbor
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James E. Thompson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Ann Arbor
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
James E. Thompson is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Michigan →
Maritime & Admiralty Law in Ann Arbor
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
James E. Thompson is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Michigan →
International Law in Ann Arbor
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
James E. Thompson is one of 39,787 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in Michigan →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Ann Arbor
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 Ann Arbor 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.
Ann Arbor Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Ann Arbor-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Ann Arbor Choose James E. Thompson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James E. Thompson's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, maritime, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. Thompson brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and District of Columbia, James E. Thompson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and maritime, James E. Thompson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Ann Arbor
A Ann Arbor-based practice means James E. Thompson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James E. Thompson Handles in Ann Arbor
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James E. Thompson has experience with under Michigan law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact James E. Thompson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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