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Atty. Stephen J Francis

Atty. Stephen J Francis

Stephen J Francis is a lawyer practicing litigation, land use, zoning law and 5 other areas of law. Stephen received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Detroit Detroit 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen J Francis at a glance

Stephen J Francis is a Member based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Dold, Spath & Kiriazis, P.C.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, zoning, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1996). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1996) and University of Michigan (A.B., 1990). Active member of State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen J Francis is a lawyer practicing litigation, land use, zoning law and 5 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Stephen practices at Dold, Spath & Kiriazis, P.C. in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen J Francis's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Employment Law

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Land Use & Zoning

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

Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Stephen J Francis is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Detroit 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 J Francis

Where is Stephen J Francis's law office located?
Stephen J Francis's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Dold, Spath & Kiriazis, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen J Francis handle?
Stephen J Francis focuses on contracts, employment, zoning, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Stephen J Francis practiced law?
Stephen J Francis has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Stephen J Francis go to law school?
Stephen J Francis earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (A.B., 1990).
How can I contact Stephen J Francis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1996
A.B.
University of Michigan
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1996

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