Atty. Richard J Alef

Atty. Richard J Alef

Richard J Alef is a lawyer practicing business formation, income tax, probate and 5 other areas of law. Richard received a B.S. degree from Walsh College in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Rochester Rochester 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Richard J Alef at a glance

Richard J Alef is a Member based in Rochester, Michigan, practicing at Richard J. Alef, PC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on formation, probate, estate planning, tax, and education. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1990). Educated at Detroit College of Law of Michigan State University (J.D. Wayne, 1989) and Walsh College (B.S. Accounting, 1982). Serands clients in Rochester, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard J Alef is a lawyer practicing business formation, income tax, probate and 5 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.S. degree from Walsh College in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Richard practices at Richard J. Alef, PC in Rochester, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Richard J Alef's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard J Alef handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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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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Tax Law

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

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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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 Rochester 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 Richard J Alef

Where is Richard J Alef's law office located?
Richard J Alef's law practice is located in Rochester, Michigan. The firm is Richard J. Alef, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard J Alef handle?
Richard J Alef focuses on formation, probate, estate planning, tax, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Richard J Alef practiced law?
Richard J Alef has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Richard J Alef go to law school?
Richard J Alef earned their education at (J.D. Wayne, 1989); (B.S. Accounting, 1982).
How can I contact Richard J Alef for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Wayne
Detroit College of Law of Michigan State University
- 1989
B.S. Accounting
Walsh College
- 1982

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1990

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