Atty. M Diane Hodson

Atty. M Diane Hodson

M Diane Hodson is a lawyer practicing probate, general practice, and probate and 2 other areas of law. M received a Ph.D. degree from Michigan State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 44 years.

St. Petersburg St. Petersburg 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About M Diane Hodson at a glance

M Diane Hodson is a trusts, probate, and poa attorney based in St. Petersburg, Florida. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1982), and Florida (1983). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1981) and Michigan State University (Ph.D. University, 1975). Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • M Diane Hodson is a lawyer practicing probate, general practice, and probate and 2 other areas of law
  • M received a Ph.D. degree from Michigan State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • M practices in St. Petersburg, FL

Practice Areas Explained

M Diane Hodson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Power of Attorney

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Petersburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about M Diane Hodson

Where is M Diane Hodson's law office located?
M Diane Hodson's law practice is located in St. Petersburg, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does M Diane Hodson handle?
M Diane Hodson focuses on trusts, probate, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has M Diane Hodson practiced law?
M Diane Hodson has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did M Diane Hodson go to law school?
M Diane Hodson earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (Ph.D. University, 1975).
How can I contact M Diane Hodson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1981
Ph.D. University
Michigan State University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1982
Florida
Admitted: 1983

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