Atty. John E. Ortoleva, Jr.

Atty. John E. Ortoleva, Jr.

John E. Ortoleva, Jr. is a lawyer practicing commercial law, bankruptcy, construction liens and 7 other areas of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About John E. Ortoleva, Jr. at a glance

John E. Ortoleva, Jr. is an Atlas Oil Co. based in Birmingham, Michigan. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1993), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1993), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1993). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1993) and Clark University (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Birmingham, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John E. Ortoleva, Jr. is a lawyer practicing commercial law, bankruptcy, construction liens and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Clark University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • John practices in Birmingham, MI

Practice Areas Explained

John E. Ortoleva, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John E. Ortoleva, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John E. Ortoleva, Jr. is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John E. Ortoleva, Jr. is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John E. Ortoleva, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

John E. Ortoleva, Jr. is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Birmingham 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 John E. Ortoleva, Jr.

Where is John E. Ortoleva, Jr.'s law office located?
John E. Ortoleva, Jr.'s law practice is located in Birmingham, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John E. Ortoleva, Jr. handle?
John E. Ortoleva, Jr. focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has John E. Ortoleva, Jr. practiced law?
John E. Ortoleva, Jr. has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did John E. Ortoleva, Jr. go to law school?
John E. Ortoleva, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact John E. Ortoleva, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John E. Ortoleva, Jr. received?
John E. Ortoleva, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law
- 1993
B.A.
Clark University
- 1989

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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