Atty. Jay A Kennedy

Atty. Jay A Kennedy

Jay A Kennedy is a lawyer practicing corporate tax planning, marijuana law, probate & estate planning. Jay received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Southfield Southfield 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Jay A Kennedy at a glance

Jay A Kennedy is a Partner based in Southfield, Michigan, practicing at Warner Norcross + Judd LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, tax, and cannabis. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1980). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1979) and University of Michigan (B.B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Southfield, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jay A Kennedy is a lawyer practicing corporate tax planning, marijuana law, probate & estate planning
  • Jay received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Jay practices at Warner Norcross + Judd LLP in Southfield, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Jay A Kennedy's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Jay A Kennedy is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Michigan →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Jay A Kennedy is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Jay A Kennedy is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Michigan →

Cannabis & Marijuana Law

Cannabis attorneys for business licensing, regulatory compliance, and marijuana-related legal matters.

Jay A Kennedy is one of 3,138 cannabis attorneys indexed nationally. Browse cannabis 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 Southfield 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 Kennedy

Where is Jay A Kennedy's law office located?
Jay A Kennedy's law practice is located in Southfield, Michigan. The firm is Warner Norcross + Judd LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay A Kennedy handle?
Jay A Kennedy focuses on probate, estate planning, tax, cannabis. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Jay A Kennedy practiced law?
Jay A Kennedy has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Jay A Kennedy go to law school?
Jay A Kennedy earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Jay A Kennedy for a consultation?
You can contact Jay A Kennedy 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 Jay A Kennedy received?
Jay A Kennedy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1979
B.B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1980

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