Atty. James K Kersten

Atty. James K Kersten

James K Kersten is a lawyer practicing probate law, real estate law, personal injury law and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Grosse Ile Grosse Ile 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James K Kersten at a glance

James K Kersten is a Chf. J. based in Grosse Ile, Michigan. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1981). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1981) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Grosse Ile, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James K Kersten is a lawyer practicing probate law, real estate law, personal injury law and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Grosse Ile, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James K Kersten's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

James K Kersten is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Michigan →

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.

James K Kersten is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James K Kersten is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Michigan →

Real Estate Law

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

James K Kersten is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

James K Kersten is one of 50,607 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer 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 Grosse Ile 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 K Kersten

Where is James K Kersten's law office located?
James K Kersten's law practice is located in Grosse Ile, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James K Kersten handle?
James K Kersten focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James K Kersten practiced law?
James K Kersten has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James K Kersten go to law school?
James K Kersten earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James K Kersten for a consultation?
You can contact James K Kersten directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James K Kersten received?
James K Kersten's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law
- 1981
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1981

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