Atty. Stephen Douglas Winter

Atty. Stephen Douglas Winter

Stephen Douglas Winter is a lawyer practicing litigation, land use, zoning and 5 other areas of law. Stephen received a degree from Albert-Ludwig University, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Ferndale Ferndale 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Douglas Winter at a glance

Stephen Douglas Winter is a Member based in Ferndale, Michigan, practicing at winter, plc. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1976) and Michigan (1977). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1975) and Albert-Ludwig University Freiburg Albert-Ludwig University FRG Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen Friedrich-Alexander University FRG University of Michigan (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Michigan State Bar of California American Bar Association. Serands clients in Ferndale, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Douglas Winter is a lawyer practicing litigation, land use, zoning and 5 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a degree from Albert-Ludwig University, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Stephen practices at winter, plc in Ferndale, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Douglas Winter's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

Stephen Douglas Winter is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Stephen Douglas Winter is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Ferndale 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 Douglas Winter

Where is Stephen Douglas Winter's law office located?
Stephen Douglas Winter's law practice is located in Ferndale, Michigan. The firm is winter, plc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Douglas Winter handle?
Stephen Douglas Winter focuses on business, real estate, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Stephen Douglas Winter practiced law?
Stephen Douglas Winter has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Stephen Douglas Winter go to law school?
Stephen Douglas Winter earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Stephen Douglas Winter for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Douglas Winter 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 Douglas Winter received?
Stephen Douglas Winter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1975
B.A.
Albert-Ludwig University Freiburg Albert-Ludwig University FRG Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen Friedrich-Alexander University FRG University of Michigan
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
Michigan
Admitted: 1977

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