Atty. Michael L Updike

Atty. Michael L Updike

Michael L Updike is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, negligence law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1964, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Commerce Township Commerce Township 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael L Updike at a glance

Michael L Updike is a personal injury and appellate attorney based in Commerce Township, Michigan. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U. (1978). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1978) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Commerce Township, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael L Updike is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, negligence law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1964, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Michael practices in Commerce Township, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Michael L Updike's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael L Updike handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Appellate Practice

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

Michael L Updike 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 Commerce Township 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 Michael L Updike

Where is Michael L Updike's law office located?
Michael L Updike's law practice is located in Commerce Township, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael L Updike handle?
Michael L Updike focuses on personal injury, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Michael L Updike practiced law?
Michael L Updike has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Michael L Updike go to law school?
Michael L Updike earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Michael L Updike for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael L Updike received?
Michael L Updike's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1978
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.
Admitted: 1978

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