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Atty. James William Saffell

Atty. James William Saffell

James William Saffell is a lawyer practicing dui & dwi, criminal defense, uncontested divorce and 13 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Suttons Bay Suttons Bay 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About James William Saffell at a glance

James William Saffell is a Member based in Suttons Bay, Michigan, practicing at James W. Saffell, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, formation, wills, and child custody. Admitted to practice in Colorado U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1986), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1986), and Michigan (2002). Educated at University of Denver (J.D. University, 1986) and University of Colorado at Boulder (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Antrim and Colorado Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Suttons Bay, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James William Saffell is a lawyer practicing dui & dwi, criminal defense, uncontested divorce and 13 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • James practices at James W. Saffell, P.C. in Suttons Bay, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James William Saffell's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

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Business Formation

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Wills

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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 Suttons Bay 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 William Saffell

Where is James William Saffell's law office located?
James William Saffell's law practice is located in Suttons Bay, Michigan. The firm is James W. Saffell, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Saffell handle?
James William Saffell focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, formation, wills, child custody. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James William Saffell practiced law?
James William Saffell has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did James William Saffell go to law school?
James William Saffell earned their education at (J.D. University, 1986); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact James William Saffell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James William Saffell received?
James William Saffell's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D. University
University of Denver
- 1986
B.S.
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1982

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Colorado U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1986
Michigan
Admitted: 2002

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