Atty. Stephen Thomas Padgett

Atty. Stephen Thomas Padgett

Stephen Thomas Padgett is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and workouts, personal, business and 19 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Farmington Hills Farmington Hills 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Thomas Padgett at a glance

Stephen Thomas Padgett is a Member based in Farmington Hills, Michigan, practicing at DeBrincat, Padgett, Kobliska & Zick, Attorneys & Counselors at Law. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on contracts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1980), Florida (1981), and California (1992). Educated at University of Detroit (J.D., 1980) and Wayne State University (B.A., 1977). Active member of The Florida Bar (Member, Sections on: Business Law and Real Property) State Bar of Michigan State Bar of California Commercial Law League of America (Member, Bankruptcy and Insolvency Section) American Bankruptcy Institute. Serands clients in Farmington Hills, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Thomas Padgett is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and workouts, personal, business and 19 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Stephen practices at DeBrincat, Padgett, Kobliska & Zick, Attorneys & Counselors at Law in Farmington Hills, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Thomas Padgett's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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

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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 Farmington Hills 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 Thomas Padgett

Where is Stephen Thomas Padgett's law office located?
Stephen Thomas Padgett's law practice is located in Farmington Hills, Michigan. The firm is DeBrincat, Padgett, Kobliska & Zick, Attorneys & Counselors at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Thomas Padgett handle?
Stephen Thomas Padgett focuses on contracts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Stephen Thomas Padgett practiced law?
Stephen Thomas Padgett has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Stephen Thomas Padgett go to law school?
Stephen Thomas Padgett earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Stephen Thomas Padgett for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Detroit
- 1980
B.A.
Wayne State University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1980
Florida
Admitted: 1981
California
Admitted: 1992

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