Atty. James R Smith
James R Smith is a lawyer practicing real property law, elder law & disability rights section. James received a B.S. degree from Western Michigan University, and has been licensed for 52 years.
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James R Smith is a real estate and elder law attorney based in Lansing, Michigan. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1974). Educated at University of Detroit Mercy J.D. (—) and Western Michigan University B.S. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Lansing, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James R Smith is a lawyer practicing real property law, elder law & disability rights section
- James received a B.S. degree from Western Michigan University, and has been licensed for 52 years
- James practices in Lansing, MI
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James R Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James R Smith is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
James R Smith is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 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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