Atty. Michael W. Farris
Michael W. Farris is a lawyer practicing health care, elder law & disability rights section, family law and 1 other area of law.
Elder Law & Disability Rights Section & More Attorney · Serving Southfield, MI · 29+ Years Experience
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About Michael W. Farris at a Glance
Michael W. Farris is a criminal defense, family law, elder law, and health care attorney based in Southfield, Michigan. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1997). Educated at University of Detroit (J.D., 1997) and Eastern Michigan University (B.B.A., 1978). Serves clients in Southfield, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael W. Farris
- Michael W. Farris is a lawyer practicing health care, elder law & disability rights section, family law and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.B.A. degree from Eastern Michigan University in 1978, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Michael practices in Southfield, MI
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Michael W. Farris's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael W. Farris handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Southfield.
Criminal Defense in Southfield
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Southfield
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Elder Law in Southfield
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Michael W. Farris is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Michigan →
Health Care Law in Southfield
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Southfield
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 Southfield 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.
Southfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Southfield-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 Southfield Choose Michael W. Farris
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 W. Farris's practice in the field of criminal defense, family law, elder law, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael W. Farris brings 29+ 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 criminal defense, family law, and elder law, Michael W. Farris can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Southfield
A Southfield-based practice means Michael W. Farris attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael W. Farris Handles in Southfield
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael W. Farris has experience with under Michigan law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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