Atty. Michael John Marees
Mr. Michael John Marees is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, collections, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Jacksonville, FL · 47+ Years Experience
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About Michael John Marees at a Glance
Michael John Marees is a Member based in Jacksonville, Florida. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, bankruptcy, construction, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Florida (1979), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1982), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1986). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1979) and University of Florida (B.S.B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Jacksonville and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar The Commercial Law League of America. Serves clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael John Marees
- Mr. Michael John Marees is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, collections, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1977, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Michael practices in Jacksonville, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Michael John Marees's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael John Marees handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Jacksonville.
Contracts in Jacksonville
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Business & Corporate Law in Jacksonville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Jacksonville
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael John Marees is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Florida →
Construction Law in Jacksonville
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Creditor Rights & Collections in Jacksonville
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Jacksonville
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 Jacksonville 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 venue, 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.
Jacksonville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Jacksonville-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 Jacksonville Choose Michael John Marees
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 John Marees's practice in the field of contracts, business, bankruptcy, construction, and creditor rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael John Marees brings 47+ 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 Florida, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, Michael John Marees can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, business, and bankruptcy, Michael John Marees can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Jacksonville
A Jacksonville-based practice means Michael John Marees 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 John Marees Handles in Jacksonville
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