Please sign in or create a free account to schedule a consultation.
Atty. Mary C Dirkes

Atty. Mary C Dirkes

Mary C Dirkes is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, automotive & industrial, construction and 2 other areas of law. Mary received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Royal Oak Royal Oak 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (412) 206-1767 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Mary C Dirkes at a glance

Mary C Dirkes is an Attorney based in Royal Oak, Michigan, practicing at Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1989), U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan (1989), U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan (1997), and U.S. District Court Central District of Illinois (1999). Educated at Wayne State University Law School (J.D., 1989) and University of Michigan (B.S. Civil, 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Memberships •State Bar of Michigan •Oakland County Bar Association. Serands clients in Royal Oak, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mary C Dirkes is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, automotive & industrial, construction and 2 other areas of law
  • Mary received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Mary practices at Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC in Royal Oak, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Mary C Dirkes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mary C Dirkes 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.

Mary C Dirkes is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Mary C Dirkes is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Michigan →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Mary C Dirkes is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Royal Oak 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.

Looking for additional Michigan attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Royal Oak or all attorneys in Michigan.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mary C Dirkes

Where is Mary C Dirkes's law office located?
Mary C Dirkes's law practice is located in Royal Oak, Michigan. The firm is Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary C Dirkes handle?
Mary C Dirkes focuses on business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Mary C Dirkes practiced law?
Mary C Dirkes has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Mary C Dirkes go to law school?
Mary C Dirkes earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S. Civil, 1986).
How can I contact Mary C Dirkes for a consultation?
You can contact Mary C Dirkes 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 Mary C Dirkes received?
Mary C Dirkes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University Law School
- 1989
B.S. Civil
University of Michigan
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1999

Reviews

4.0
9 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.