Atty. Michael Parks Hurley

Atty. Michael Parks Hurley

Michael Parks Hurley is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, corporate, trust and 8 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Painesville Painesville 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Parks Hurley at a glance

Michael Parks Hurley is a Member based in Painesville, Ohio, practicing at Nelson, Sweet & Hurley. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1974), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1979), U.S. Supreme Court (1980), and Wyoming (1993). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1974) and John Carroll University (B.S.B.A., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lake County, Ohio State (Member, Corporation Law Committee, 1980— Board of Governors, General Practice Section, Vice-Chairman, 1988—) and American Bar Associations Wyoming State Bar. Serands clients in Painesville, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Parks Hurley is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, corporate, trust and 8 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Michael practices at Nelson, Sweet & Hurley in Painesville, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Parks Hurley's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

Michael Parks Hurley is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

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.

Michael Parks Hurley is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Painesville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Parks Hurley

Where is Michael Parks Hurley's law office located?
Michael Parks Hurley's law practice is located in Painesville, Ohio. The firm is Nelson, Sweet & Hurley. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Parks Hurley handle?
Michael Parks Hurley focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Michael Parks Hurley practiced law?
Michael Parks Hurley has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Michael Parks Hurley go to law school?
Michael Parks Hurley earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S.B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Michael Parks Hurley for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Parks Hurley directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael Parks Hurley received?
Michael Parks Hurley's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1974
B.S.B.A.
John Carroll University
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980
Wyoming
Admitted: 1993

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