Atty. Joseph J Wright

Atty. Joseph J Wright

Joseph J Wright is a lawyer practicing elder law & disability rights, insurance and indemnity law, negligence law and 7 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Detroit Detroit 38 Years Experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph J Wright at a glance

Joseph J Wright is a Partner based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Rutledge, Manion, Rabaut, Terry & Thomas, P.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, and poa. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1988) and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circ (1988). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1987) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1984). Active member of State Bar of Michigan (Member, Negligence Section) Association of Defense Trial Counsel Defense Research Institute Michigan Defense Trial Counsel. Serves clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph J Wright is a lawyer practicing elder law & disability rights, insurance and indemnity law, negligence law and 7 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Joseph practices at Rutledge, Manion, Rabaut, Terry & Thomas, P.C. in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph J Wright's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph J Wright handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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.

Joseph J Wright is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

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.

Joseph J Wright is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Joseph J Wright is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Power of Attorney

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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 Detroit 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 venue, 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 Joseph J Wright

Where is Joseph J Wright's law office located?
Joseph J Wright's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Rutledge, Manion, Rabaut, Terry & Thomas, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph J Wright handle?
Joseph J Wright focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Joseph J Wright practiced law?
Joseph J Wright has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Joseph J Wright go to law school?
Joseph J Wright earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Joseph J Wright for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law
- 1987
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circ
Admitted: 1988

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