Atty. James M Jernigan
James M Jernigan is a lawyer practicing business law, contracts, civil litigation and 8 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years.
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James M Jernigan is a Member based in Dearborn, Michigan, practicing at Law Offices of James M. Jernigan, PLLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on divorce, contracts, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1997) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1997). Educated at Michigan State University College of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Michigan (B.S., 1994). Active member of Dearborn Bar Association State Bar of Michigan Irish American Bar. Serands clients in Dearborn, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James M Jernigan is a lawyer practicing business law, contracts, civil litigation and 8 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
- James practices at Law Offices of James M. Jernigan, PLLC in Dearborn, MI
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James M Jernigan's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James M Jernigan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
James M Jernigan is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Michigan →
James M Jernigan is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Michigan →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James M Jernigan is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Michigan →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James M Jernigan is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Michigan →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James M Jernigan is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →
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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 Dearborn 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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