Atty. Jay A Harter

Atty. Jay A Harter

Jay A Harter is a lawyer practicing environmental law, commercial litigation, business law. Jay received a B.A. degree from Concordia College in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Lansing Lansing 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Jay A Harter at a glance

Jay A Harter is a Member based in Lansing, Michigan. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1991) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1991). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1990) and Concordia College (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Ingham County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Lansing, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jay A Harter is a lawyer practicing environmental law, commercial litigation, business law
  • Jay received a B.A. degree from Concordia College in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Jay practices in Lansing, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Jay A Harter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay A Harter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Jay A Harter is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Michigan →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Jay A Harter is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jay A Harter

Where is Jay A Harter's law office located?
Jay A Harter's law practice is located in Lansing, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay A Harter handle?
Jay A Harter focuses on business, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Jay A Harter practiced law?
Jay A Harter has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Jay A Harter go to law school?
Jay A Harter earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Jay A Harter for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jay A Harter received?
Jay A Harter's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1990
B.A.
Concordia College
- 1987

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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