Atty. Steven E Bratschie
Steven E Bratschie is a lawyer practicing business law, litigation, marijuana law and 2 other areas of law. Steven received a A.B. degree from Hope College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Kentwood, MI · 43+ Years Experience
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About Steven E Bratschie at a Glance
Steven E Bratschie is a Member based in Kentwood, Michigan, practicing at Steven E. Bratschie & Associates, P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, real estate, litigation, and cannabis. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1983). Educated at University of Detroit Mercy (J.D., 1983) and Hope College (A.B., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Grand Rapids Bar Association State Bar of Michigan. Serves clients in Kentwood, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven E Bratschie
- Steven E Bratschie is a lawyer practicing business law, litigation, marijuana law and 2 other areas of law
- Steven received a A.B. degree from Hope College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Steven practices at Steven E. Bratschie & Associates, P.C. in Kentwood, MI
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Steven E Bratschie's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven E Bratschie handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Kentwood.
Criminal Defense in Kentwood
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Business & Corporate Law in Kentwood
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Kentwood
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Civil Litigation in Kentwood
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Cannabis & Marijuana Law in Kentwood
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Kentwood
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 Kentwood 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 venue, 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.
Kentwood Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Kentwood-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Kentwood Choose Steven E Bratschie
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Steven E Bratschie's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, real estate, litigation, and cannabis.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven E Bratschie brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and real estate, Steven E Bratschie can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Kentwood
A Kentwood-based practice means Steven E Bratschie attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Steven E Bratschie Handles in Kentwood
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