Atty. John M. Van Elk
John M. Van Elk is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, family law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law.
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John M. Van Elk is a Member based in Allegan, Michigan, practicing at DeMott and Van Elk, P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, estate planning, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1995) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1995). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley (J.D., 1995) and Western Michigan University (B.A. Education, 1978). Active member of Bankruptcy Section, Allegan Bar Association State Bar of Michigan Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Allegan, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John M. Van Elk is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, family law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from Western Michigan University in 1978, and has been licensed for 31 years
- John practices at DeMott and Van Elk, P.C. in Allegan, MI
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John M. Van Elk's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John M. Van Elk handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
John M. Van Elk is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Michigan →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
John M. Van Elk is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
John M. Van Elk is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Michigan →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John M. Van Elk is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Allegan 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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