Atty. Richard J Zerafa
Richard J Zerafa is a lawyer practicing family law, corporate law, criminal law and 3 other areas of law. Richard received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years.
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Richard J Zerafa is a Member based in Elk Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Zerafa Law Offices, P.C.. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on probate, criminal defense, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1962), U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1965), and U.S. Supreme Court (1967). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1961) and Wayne State University (B.S., 1959). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Elk Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Richard J Zerafa is a lawyer practicing family law, corporate law, criminal law and 3 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years
- Richard practices at Zerafa Law Offices, P.C. in Elk Rapids, MI
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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 Elk Rapids 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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