Atty. James L. Gilbert

Atty. James L. Gilbert

James L. Gilbert is a lawyer practicing probate, general practice, real estate and 2 other areas of law.

Cheboygan Cheboygan 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About James L. Gilbert at a glance

James L. Gilbert is a probate, estate planning, real estate, and bankruptcy attorney based in Cheboygan, Michigan. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1999), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (2000), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (2000). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1998) and Michigan State University (B.A Michigan, 1992). Serands clients in Cheboygan, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James L. Gilbert is a lawyer practicing probate, general practice, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a degree from Michigan State University in 1992, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • James practices in Cheboygan, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James L. Gilbert's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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

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.

James L. Gilbert is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →

Real Estate Law

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

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James L. Gilbert is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Cheboygan 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 L. Gilbert

Where is James L. Gilbert's law office located?
James L. Gilbert's law practice is located in Cheboygan, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L. Gilbert handle?
James L. Gilbert focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James L. Gilbert practiced law?
James L. Gilbert has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did James L. Gilbert go to law school?
James L. Gilbert earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A Michigan, 1992).
How can I contact James L. Gilbert for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1998
B.A Michigan
Michigan State University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 2000

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