Atty. Thomas E Shumaker

Atty. Thomas E Shumaker

Thomas E Shumaker is a lawyer practicing probate & estate planning, elder law & disability rights section. Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Kansas, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Sturgis Sturgis 57 Years Experience 57 year

Profile Summary

About Thomas E Shumaker at a glance

Thomas E Shumaker is a Prob. J. based in Sturgis, Michigan. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1969). Educated at American University J.D. (—) and University of Kansas B.S. (—). Serves clients in Sturgis, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas E Shumaker is a lawyer practicing probate & estate planning, elder law & disability rights section
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Kansas, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Thomas practices in Sturgis, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas E Shumaker's Areas of Practice

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

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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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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 Sturgis 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.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Thomas E Shumaker's law office located?
Thomas E Shumaker's law practice is located in Sturgis, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas E Shumaker handle?
Thomas E Shumaker focuses on probate, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Thomas E Shumaker practiced law?
Thomas E Shumaker has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
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Education

American University J.D.
- In Progress
University of Kansas B.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1969

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