Atty. John M Donaldson

Atty. John M Donaldson

John M Donaldson is a lawyer practicing business purchase & sale, individual taxation, probate & estate planning and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.G.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Grosse Pointe Park Grosse Pointe Park 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About John M Donaldson at a glance

John M Donaldson is a Member based in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan, practicing at John M. Donaldson. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1976) and Michigan (1978). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Wayne, 1978) and University of Michigan (B.G.S., 1971). Active member of State Bar of Michigan The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Grosse Pointe Park, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John M Donaldson is a lawyer practicing business purchase & sale, individual taxation, probate & estate planning and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.G.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices at John M. Donaldson in Grosse Pointe Park, MI

Practice Areas Explained

John M Donaldson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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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 Grosse Pointe Park 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 M Donaldson

Where is John M Donaldson's law office located?
John M Donaldson's law practice is located in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan. The firm is John M. Donaldson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M Donaldson handle?
John M Donaldson focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has John M Donaldson practiced law?
John M Donaldson has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John M Donaldson go to law school?
John M Donaldson earned their education at (LL.M. Wayne, 1978); (B.G.S., 1971).
How can I contact John M Donaldson for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Wayne
New York University
- 1978
B.G.S.
University of Michigan
- 1971

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1976
Michigan
Admitted: 1978

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