Atty. Stuart Michael Collis
Stuart Michael Collis is a lawyer practicing collections, civil litigation, commercial litigation and 8 other areas of law. Stuart received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Ypsilanti, MI · 30+ Years Experience
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About Stuart Michael Collis at a Glance
Stuart Michael Collis is a Senior Partner based in Ypsilanti, Michigan, practicing at Collis & Griffor, PC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1996), New York U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana (2003), New York (2003), and Illinois (2018). Educated at Western Michigan University – Cooley Law School (J.D., 1995) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1991). Serves clients in Ypsilanti, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stuart Michael Collis
- Stuart Michael Collis is a lawyer practicing collections, civil litigation, commercial litigation and 8 other areas of law
- Stuart received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Stuart practices at Collis & Griffor, PC in Ypsilanti, MI
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Stuart Michael Collis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stuart Michael Collis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Ypsilanti.
DUI / DWI Defense in Ypsilanti
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Divorce in Ypsilanti
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Child Custody & Visitation in Ypsilanti
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Criminal Defense in Ypsilanti
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Family Law in Ypsilanti
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Ypsilanti
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 Ypsilanti 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.
Ypsilanti Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Ypsilanti-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 Ypsilanti Choose Stuart Michael Collis
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 Stuart Michael Collis's practice in the field of dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, criminal defense, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stuart Michael Collis brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Michigan, New York U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, and New York, Stuart Michael Collis can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, divorce, and child custody, Stuart Michael Collis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Ypsilanti
A Ypsilanti-based practice means Stuart Michael Collis 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 Stuart Michael Collis Handles in Ypsilanti
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