Atty. John T Burhans

Atty. John T Burhans

John T Burhans is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, discrimination and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years.

St. Joseph St. Joseph 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About John T Burhans at a glance

John T Burhans is a Member based in St. Joseph, Michigan, practicing at Burhans Law Office, P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan (1980). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1980) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in St. Joseph, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John T Burhans is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, discrimination and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • John practices at Burhans Law Office, P.C. in St. Joseph, MI

Practice Areas Explained

John T Burhans's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

John T Burhans is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Michigan →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

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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Employment Law

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

John T Burhans is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 St. Joseph 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 T Burhans

Where is John T Burhans's law office located?
John T Burhans's law practice is located in St. Joseph, Michigan. The firm is Burhans Law Office, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John T Burhans handle?
John T Burhans focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has John T Burhans practiced law?
John T Burhans has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did John T Burhans go to law school?
John T Burhans earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact John T Burhans for a consultation?
You can contact John T Burhans 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 John T Burhans received?
John T Burhans's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law
- 1980
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1980

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