Atty. Paul T. Jarboe
PAUL T. JARBOE is an experienced and dedicated trial attorney with over 30 years of legal experience.
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Paul T. Jarboe is a Member based in Traverse City, Michigan, practicing at Jarboe & Pfeil. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1983), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1984). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1982) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim County Bar Association. Serands clients in Traverse City, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- PAUL T. JARBOE is an experienced and dedicated trial attorney with over 30 years of legal experience
- Mr. Jarboe graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 1982
- Mr. Jarboe is a former prosecuting attorney, and has an extensive background in the areas of divorce, child custody, criminal defense and civil litigation, which includes State and Federal Criminal cases
- Mr. Jarboe’s practice includes: * Criminal Defense * Family Law * Divorce * Child Custody Community Involvement Mr. Jarboe has been actively involved in the Traverse City community, including: * Candidate for Grand Traverse County District Court Judge
- * President, Board of Directors, WLJN Christian Radio * Member, Board of Directors, Traverse City Christian School * Adjunct Professor of Business Law, Spring Arbor University * Director, Northern Chapter Harley Owner’s Group * Member, Board of Governors, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Antrim County Bar Association
- Chairperson, District Court Judicial Liaison Committee
- Chairperson, Law Day Committee
- Member, Charitable Giving Committee * Member, Garfield Township Planning Commission * Member, State Bar of Michigan * Volunteer Attorney, Third Level Legal Aid Clinic Member, Thomas M. Cooley Law School Moot Court Competition
- Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Genesee County, Michigan 1984-1985
- Board of Directors, Legal Aid of Central Michigan, Lansing, Michigan 1985-1991
- Board of Directors, Good News Media, Inc., Traverse City, Michigan
- School Board Member, Traverse City Christian School, Traverse City, Michigan
- Adjunct Faculty, Spring Arbor College, Traverse City, Michigan (Health Care Law)
- Commentator, Michigan Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Hardball Litigation Tactics)
- Member, Traverse City Area Chamber of Commerce, Governmental Affairs Committee
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul T. Jarboe 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.
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Traverse City 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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