Atty. Richard J. Sharp
Richard J. Sharp blends his legal and accounting backgrounds to provide a unique prospective.
Federal Taxation & More Attorney · Serving Clinton Township, MI · 20+ Years Experience
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About Richard J. Sharp at a Glance
Richard J. Sharp is a Member based in Clinton Township, Michigan, practicing at The Sharp Firm. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on irs, trusts, probate, family law, and tax. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2006), Eastern District of Michigan (2006), Western District of Michigan (2008), and United States Tax Court (2008). Educated at University of Detroit Mercy J.D. (—) and Kalamazoo College B.A. Wayne State University Masters of Science in Taxation (—). Serves clients in Clinton Township, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard J. Sharp
- Richard J. Sharp blends his legal and accounting backgrounds to provide a unique prospective
- Rick approaches every situation and conflict with an eye towards moving his client in the direction that will benefit them financially, emotionally and provide the most stability for his client's future
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Sharp Bio
- Interests: Kalamazoo College Baseball Letter Winner (99-03) Captain (02 and 03)
- Kalamazoo College Golf Letter Winner (2000)
Practice Areas Explained
Richard J. Sharp's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard J. Sharp handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Clinton Township.
IRS Disputes & Audits in Clinton Township
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Trusts in Clinton Township
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Probate in Clinton Township
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Family Law in Clinton Township
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Tax Law in Clinton Township
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Clinton Township
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 Clinton Township 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.
Clinton Township Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Clinton Township-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 Clinton Township Choose Richard J. Sharp
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 J. Sharp's practice in the field of irs, trusts, probate, family law, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard J. Sharp brings 20+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Michigan, Eastern District of Michigan, and Western District of Michigan, Richard J. Sharp can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering irs, trusts, and probate, Richard J. Sharp can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Clinton Township
A Clinton Township-based practice means Richard J. Sharp 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 J. Sharp Handles in Clinton Township
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