Atty. James J Raftery

Atty. James J Raftery

James J Raftery is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business law, insurance defense litigation and 1 other area of law. James received a B.S. degree from Central Michigan University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Farmington Hills Farmington Hills 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About James J Raftery at a glance

James J Raftery is a Member based in Farmington Hills, Michigan, practicing at Raftery and Associates, P.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1982). Educated at University of Detroit (J.D. H.S., 1981) and Central Michigan University (B.S. University, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Oakland County Bar Association State Bar of Michigan (Member, Negligence Law Section) The Incorporated Society of Irish/American Lawyers Bar Association Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Farmington Hills, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James J Raftery is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business law, insurance defense litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Central Michigan University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices at Raftery and Associates, P.C. in Farmington Hills, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James J Raftery's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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 J Raftery is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

James J Raftery is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Michigan →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James J Raftery is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Farmington Hills 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 J Raftery

Where is James J Raftery's law office located?
James J Raftery's law practice is located in Farmington Hills, Michigan. The firm is Raftery and Associates, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J Raftery handle?
James J Raftery focuses on personal injury, business, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James J Raftery practiced law?
James J Raftery has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James J Raftery go to law school?
James J Raftery earned their education at (J.D. H.S., 1981); (B.S. University, 1978).
How can I contact James J Raftery for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James J Raftery received?
James J Raftery's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. H.S.
University of Detroit
- 1981
B.S. University
Central Michigan University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1982

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