Atty. Nicholas Michael Oertel

Atty. Nicholas Michael Oertel

Nicholas Michael Oertel is a lawyer practicing business & corporate, federal taxation, international business & trade and 6 other areas of law. Nicholas received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Lansing Lansing 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Nicholas Michael Oertel at a glance

Nicholas Michael Oertel is a Shareholder based in Lansing, Michigan, practicing at Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith, P.C.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, tax, and international tax. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2009). Educated at Michigan State University College of Law (J.D., 2009) and Michigan State University (B.A., 2006). Active member of Affiliations Memberships & Affiliations Legal Affiliations: •State Bar of Michigan •Ingham County Bar Association Industry & Professional Associations: •Ronald McDonald House of Mid-Michigan, Board of Directors. Serands clients in Lansing, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Nicholas Michael Oertel is a lawyer practicing business & corporate, federal taxation, international business & trade and 6 other areas of law
  • Nicholas received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Nicholas practices at Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith, P.C. in Lansing, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas Michael Oertel's Areas of Practice

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

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Nicholas Michael Oertel is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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International Tax

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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 Lansing 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nicholas Michael Oertel

Where is Nicholas Michael Oertel's law office located?
Nicholas Michael Oertel's law practice is located in Lansing, Michigan. The firm is Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas Michael Oertel handle?
Nicholas Michael Oertel focuses on probate, estate planning, business, tax, international tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Nicholas Michael Oertel practiced law?
Nicholas Michael Oertel has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Nicholas Michael Oertel go to law school?
Nicholas Michael Oertel earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A., 2006).
How can I contact Nicholas Michael Oertel for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Michigan State University College of Law
- 2009
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 2009

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