Atty. James L Witzel

Atty. James L Witzel

James L Witzel is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family law, personal injury and 13 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years.

East Lansing East Lansing 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About James L Witzel at a glance

James L Witzel is a Member based in East Lansing, Michigan, practicing at Witzel & Zoeller Lawyers PC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1980), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1980). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1978) and University of Colorado at Boulder (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in East Lansing, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James L Witzel is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family law, personal injury and 13 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Witzel & Zoeller Lawyers PC in East Lansing, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James L Witzel's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Car Accidents

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Drug Crimes

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Wrongful Death

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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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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 East Lansing 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 Witzel

Where is James L Witzel's law office located?
James L Witzel's law practice is located in East Lansing, Michigan. The firm is Witzel & Zoeller Lawyers PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L Witzel handle?
James L Witzel focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James L Witzel practiced law?
James L Witzel has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James L Witzel go to law school?
James L Witzel earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact James L Witzel for a consultation?
You can contact James L Witzel 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 L Witzel received?
James L Witzel's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1978
B.A.
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1980

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