Atty. Michael Maurice Yoder
Michael Maurice Yoder is a lawyer practicing probate, trust & real property (ptrp), business law, elder law and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Kendallville, IN · 55+ Years Experience
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About Michael Maurice Yoder at a Glance
Michael Maurice Yoder is a Member based in Kendallville, Indiana, practicing at Yoder & Kraus, P.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1971). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1971) and Ball State University (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serves clients in Kendallville, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Maurice Yoder
- Michael Maurice Yoder is a lawyer practicing probate, trust & real property (ptrp), business law, elder law and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Michael practices at Yoder & Kraus, P.C. in Kendallville, IN
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Maurice Yoder's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Maurice Yoder handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Kendallville.
Trusts in Kendallville
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Probate in Kendallville
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Estate Planning & Probate in Kendallville
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Kendallville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Maurice Yoder is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →
Real Estate Law in Kendallville
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Kendallville
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Kendallville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Kendallville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Kendallville-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 Kendallville Choose Michael Maurice Yoder
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 Maurice Yoder's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Maurice Yoder brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Michael Maurice Yoder can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Kendallville
A Kendallville-based practice means Michael Maurice Yoder 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 Maurice Yoder Handles in Kendallville
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