Atty. James W Shotwell

Atty. James W Shotwell

James W Shotwell is a lawyer practicing civil and criminal trial practice, personal injury, family and 9 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Tawas City Tawas City 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About James W Shotwell at a glance

James W Shotwell is a Member based in Tawas City, Michigan, practicing at James W. Shotwell. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, trusts, child custody, and probate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1975) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1975). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1975) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of 23rd Judicial Circuit Bar Association (President, 1979-1980 1981-1982) State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Tawas City, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James W Shotwell is a lawyer practicing civil and criminal trial practice, personal injury, family and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices at James W. Shotwell in Tawas City, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James W Shotwell's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

James W Shotwell is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Michigan →

Wills

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Trusts

James W Shotwell is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Michigan →

Child Custody & Visitation

James W Shotwell is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Michigan →

Probate

James W Shotwell is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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 Tawas City 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 W Shotwell

Where is James W Shotwell's law office located?
James W Shotwell's law practice is located in Tawas City, Michigan. The firm is James W. Shotwell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W Shotwell handle?
James W Shotwell focuses on divorce, wills, trusts, child custody, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James W Shotwell practiced law?
James W Shotwell has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James W Shotwell go to law school?
James W Shotwell earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact James W Shotwell for a consultation?
You can contact James W Shotwell 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 W Shotwell received?
James W Shotwell's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law
- 1975
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1975

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