Atty. Mary Ellen Blaney

Atty. Mary Ellen Blaney

Mary Ellen Blaney is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, criminal law, elder law & advocacy and 5 other areas of law. Mary has been licensed for 31 years.

Detroit Detroit 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (947) 242-2055 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Mary Ellen Blaney at a glance

Mary Ellen Blaney is a probate, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and real estate attorney based in Detroit, Michigan. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (Inactive) (1995) and Michigan (2009). Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mary Ellen Blaney is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, criminal law, elder law & advocacy and 5 other areas of law
  • Mary has been licensed for 31 years
  • Mary practices in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Mary Ellen Blaney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mary Ellen Blaney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

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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.

Mary Ellen Blaney is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →

Real Estate Law

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

Mary Ellen Blaney is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 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 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 Mary Ellen Blaney

Where is Mary Ellen Blaney's law office located?
Mary Ellen Blaney's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary Ellen Blaney handle?
Mary Ellen Blaney focuses on probate, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Mary Ellen Blaney practiced law?
Mary Ellen Blaney has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
How can I contact Mary Ellen Blaney for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

West Virginia (Inactive)
Admitted: 1995
Michigan
Admitted: 2009

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