Atty. Susan E. Shink
Susan E. Shink is a lawyer practicing environmental law, estate planning, government law and 6 other areas of law.
Environmental Law & More Attorney · Serving Lansing, MI · 32+ Years Experience
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About Susan E. Shink at a Glance
Susan E. Shink is a citizenship, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, and immigration attorney based in Lansing, Michigan. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1994) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1994). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1994) and School of Natural Resources and Environment (M.S. University, 1995). Serves clients in Lansing, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Susan E. Shink
- Susan E. Shink is a lawyer practicing environmental law, estate planning, government law and 6 other areas of law
- Susan received a M.S. degree from School of Natural Resources and Environment in 1995, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Susan practices in Lansing, MI
Practice Areas Explained
Susan E. Shink's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan E. Shink handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lansing.
Citizenship & Naturalization in Lansing
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Probate in Lansing
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Criminal Defense in Lansing
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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Estate Planning & Probate in Lansing
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Susan E. Shink is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →
Immigration Law in Lansing
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
Susan E. Shink is one of 40,259 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Michigan →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lansing
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 Lansing 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.
Lansing Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lansing-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 Lansing Choose Susan E. Shink
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 Susan E. Shink's practice in the field of citizenship, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, and immigration.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Susan E. Shink brings 32+ 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 and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, Susan E. Shink can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering citizenship, probate, and criminal defense, Susan E. Shink can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lansing
A Lansing-based practice means Susan E. Shink attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Susan E. Shink Handles in Lansing
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Susan E. Shink has experience with under Michigan law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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