Atty. Mark A Kleist

Atty. Mark A Kleist

Mark A Kleist is a lawyer practicing business law, business entity, business successions and 7 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from Western Michigan University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Grand Haven Grand Haven 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark A Kleist at a glance

Mark A Kleist is a Shareholder based in Grand Haven, Michigan, practicing at Scholten Fant. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax, commercial re, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1977). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1977) and Western Michigan University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Ottawa County. Serands clients in Grand Haven, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark A Kleist is a lawyer practicing business law, business entity, business successions and 7 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from Western Michigan University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Mark practices at Scholten Fant in Grand Haven, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Mark A Kleist's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark A Kleist handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Mark A Kleist is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Mark A Kleist is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Michigan →

Commercial Real Estate

Mark A Kleist is one of 16,000 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Michigan →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Mark A Kleist is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 Grand Haven 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 Mark A Kleist

Where is Mark A Kleist's law office located?
Mark A Kleist's law practice is located in Grand Haven, Michigan. The firm is Scholten Fant. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark A Kleist handle?
Mark A Kleist focuses on business, real estate, tax, commercial re, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Mark A Kleist practiced law?
Mark A Kleist has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Mark A Kleist go to law school?
Mark A Kleist earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Mark A Kleist for a consultation?
You can contact Mark A Kleist 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 Mark A Kleist received?
Mark A Kleist's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1977
B.A.
Western Michigan University
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1977

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