Atty. Richard E. Shaw
Richard E. Shaw is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, commercial law, personal injury and 3 other areas of law.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Detroit, MI · 45+ Years Experience
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About Richard E. Shaw at a Glance
Richard E. Shaw is an Of Counsel based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1981). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D. Wayne, 1981) and Emory University (B.A. Political, 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Michigan and (Appellate, Litigation and Family Law Sections). Serves clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard E. Shaw
- Richard E. Shaw is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, commercial law, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1968, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Richard practices at Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. in Detroit, MI
Practice Areas Explained
Richard E. Shaw's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E. Shaw handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Detroit.
Wills in Detroit
Richard E. Shaw is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Michigan →
Trusts in Detroit
Richard E. Shaw is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Michigan →
Probate in Detroit
Richard E. Shaw is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Michigan →
Personal Injury in Detroit
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Richard E. Shaw is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →
Business & Corporate Law in Detroit
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Richard E. Shaw is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Detroit
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 Detroit 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.
Detroit Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Detroit-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 Detroit Choose Richard E. Shaw
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 Richard E. Shaw's practice in the field of wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard E. Shaw brings 45+ 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 wills, trusts, and probate, Richard E. Shaw can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Detroit
A Detroit-based practice means Richard E. Shaw attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Richard E. Shaw Handles in Detroit
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