Atty. James E VanderRoest

Atty. James E VanderRoest

James E VanderRoest is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business transactions, closely held corporations and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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Profile Summary

About James E VanderRoest at a glance

James E VanderRoest is a Member based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, practicing at Dietrich & VanderRoest. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1981). Educated at Brigham Young University (J.D., 1981) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kalamazoo County and Federal Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan. Serves clients in Kalamazoo, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James E VanderRoest is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business transactions, closely held corporations and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Dietrich & VanderRoest in Kalamazoo, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James E VanderRoest's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

James E VanderRoest is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Creditor Rights & Collections

James E VanderRoest is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 Kalamazoo 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James E VanderRoest

Where is James E VanderRoest's law office located?
James E VanderRoest's law practice is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The firm is Dietrich & VanderRoest. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E VanderRoest handle?
James E VanderRoest focuses on probate, estate planning, business, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James E VanderRoest practiced law?
James E VanderRoest has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James E VanderRoest go to law school?
James E VanderRoest earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact James E VanderRoest for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James E VanderRoest received?
James E VanderRoest's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Brigham Young University
- 1981
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1981

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