Atty. James P Boardman
James P Boardman is a lawyer practicing business law, environmental law, probate & estate planning and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Saginaw, MI · 42+ Years Experience
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About James P Boardman at a Glance
James P Boardman is a Member based in Saginaw, Michigan, practicing at Purcell, Tunison & Boardman, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1984). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1983) and Michigan State University (B.A. General, 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Saginaw County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Saginaw, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James P Boardman
- James P Boardman is a lawyer practicing business law, environmental law, probate & estate planning and 4 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
- James practices at Purcell, Tunison & Boardman, P.C. in Saginaw, MI
Practice Areas Explained
James P Boardman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James P Boardman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Saginaw.
Probate in Saginaw
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Personal Injury in Saginaw
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 P Boardman is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →
Estate Planning & Probate in Saginaw
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James P Boardman is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →
Business & Corporate Law in Saginaw
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James P Boardman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →
Real Estate Law in Saginaw
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James P Boardman is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Saginaw
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 Saginaw 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 venue, 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.
Saginaw Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Saginaw-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Saginaw Choose James P Boardman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James P Boardman's practice in the field of probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James P Boardman brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, personal injury, and estate planning, James P Boardman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Saginaw
A Saginaw-based practice means James P Boardman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James P Boardman Handles in Saginaw
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