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.
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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). Serands clients in Southfield, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- 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 Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael W. Farris handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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 attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Michael W. Farris is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Michigan →
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Michael W. Farris is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Michigan →
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Michael W. Farris is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care 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 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 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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