Atty. Michael Patrick James

Atty. Michael Patrick James

Michael Patrick James is a lawyer practicing administrative and governmental law, arbitration, business corporations and 34 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from Faculty of Laws, University College London, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Fenton Fenton 20 Years Experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Patrick James at a glance

Michael Patrick James is a Senior Attorney based in Fenton, Michigan, practicing at Michael James Law. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Florida (2006) and Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of (2011). Educated at Faculty of Laws, University College London course work in international law Michigan State University, Eli Broad Graduate School of Management (M.B.A. Human, 2010) and University of Miami School of Law (J.D. Commercial, 2005). Active member of The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Fenton, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Patrick James is a lawyer practicing administrative and governmental law, arbitration, business corporations and 34 other areas of law
  • Michael received a degree from Faculty of Laws, University College London, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Michael practices at Michael James Law in Fenton, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Patrick James's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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 Fenton 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Patrick James

Where is Michael Patrick James's law office located?
Michael Patrick James's law practice is located in Fenton, Michigan. The firm is Michael James Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Patrick James handle?
Michael Patrick James focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Michael Patrick James practiced law?
Michael Patrick James has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Michael Patrick James go to law school?
Michael Patrick James earned their education at (M.B.A. Human, 2010); (J.D. Commercial, 2005).
How can I contact Michael Patrick James for a consultation?
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Education

M.B.A. Human
Faculty of Laws, University College London course work in international law Michigan State University, Eli Broad Graduate School of Management
- 2010
J.D. Commercial
University of Miami School of Law
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2006
Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 2011

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