Atty. John W. Allen

Atty. John W. Allen

John W. Allen is a lawyer practicing litigation and trial services, michigan property tax services and appeals, financial services and 13 other areas of law.

Kalamazoo Kalamazoo 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About John W. Allen at a glance

John W. Allen is an Of Counsel based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, practicing at Varnum LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1972), Indiana (1987), Illinois (1990), and U.S. Tax Court (1991). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1972) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kalamazoo County. Serands clients in Kalamazoo, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John W. Allen is a lawyer practicing litigation and trial services, michigan property tax services and appeals, financial services and 13 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • John practices at Varnum LLP in Kalamazoo, MI

Practice Areas Explained

John W. Allen's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Trusts

John W. Allen is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Michigan →

Probate

John W. Allen is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Michigan →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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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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 Kalamazoo 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 W. Allen

Where is John W. Allen's law office located?
John W. Allen's law practice is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The firm is Varnum LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John W. Allen handle?
John W. Allen focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has John W. Allen practiced law?
John W. Allen has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John W. Allen go to law school?
John W. Allen earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact John W. Allen for a consultation?
You can contact John W. Allen 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 W. Allen received?
John W. Allen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1972
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1972
Indiana
Admitted: 1987
Illinois
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1991
Florida
Admitted: 1994
Minnesota
Admitted: 1996
Wisconsin U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2002
U.S. Court of Federal Claims and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2002
Alabama
Admitted: 2010

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