Atty. Michael A. Shields
Michael A. Shields is a lawyer practicing business, corporate, tax and 8 other areas of law.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Kalamazoo, MI · 40+ Years Experience
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About Michael A. Shields at a Glance
Michael A. Shields is a Member based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, practicing at Lewis, Reed & Allen, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1986) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1986). Educated at University of Toledo (J.D., 1986) and Hope College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kalamazoo County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Serves clients in Kalamazoo, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael A. Shields
- Michael A. Shields is a lawyer practicing business, corporate, tax and 8 other areas of law
- Michael A. received a B.A. degree from Hope College in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Michael A. practices at Lewis, Reed & Allen, P.C. in Kalamazoo, MI
Practice Areas Explained
Michael A. Shields's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. Shields handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Kalamazoo.
Contracts in Kalamazoo
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Trusts in Kalamazoo
Michael A. Shields is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Michigan →
Probate in Kalamazoo
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Estate Planning & Probate in Kalamazoo
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Michael A. Shields is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →
Business & Corporate Law in Kalamazoo
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael A. Shields is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Kalamazoo
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 Kalamazoo 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.
Kalamazoo Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Kalamazoo-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Kalamazoo Choose Michael A. Shields
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael A. Shields's practice in the field of contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael A. Shields brings 40+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Michigan and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan, Michael A. Shields can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, trusts, and probate, Michael A. Shields can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Kalamazoo
A Kalamazoo-based practice means Michael A. Shields attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael A. Shields Handles in Kalamazoo
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael A. Shields has experience with under Michigan law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael A. Shields directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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