Atty. Stephen Dean Bigelow

Atty. Stephen Dean Bigelow

Stephen Dean Bigelow is a lawyer practicing real estate law, business law, labor and employment law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Kalamazoo Kalamazoo 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Dean Bigelow at a glance

Stephen Dean Bigelow is a Member based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, practicing at Dietrich & VanderRoest. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979), Texas (1994), and Michigan (1995). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1979) and Williams College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Kalamazoo, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Dean Bigelow is a lawyer practicing real estate law, business law, labor and employment law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Stephen practices at Dietrich & VanderRoest in Kalamazoo, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Dean Bigelow's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Dean Bigelow handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Stephen Dean Bigelow is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Stephen Dean Bigelow is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Stephen Dean Bigelow is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

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 Kalamazoo 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 Stephen Dean Bigelow

Where is Stephen Dean Bigelow's law office located?
Stephen Dean Bigelow's law practice is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The firm is Dietrich & VanderRoest. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Dean Bigelow handle?
Stephen Dean Bigelow focuses on employment, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Stephen Dean Bigelow practiced law?
Stephen Dean Bigelow has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Stephen Dean Bigelow go to law school?
Stephen Dean Bigelow earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Stephen Dean Bigelow for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Dean Bigelow directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen Dean Bigelow received?
Stephen Dean Bigelow's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1979
B.A.
Williams College
- 1974

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
Texas
Admitted: 1994
Michigan
Admitted: 1995

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