Atty. Tonya Lee Schuitmaker

Atty. Tonya Lee Schuitmaker

Tonya Lee Schuitmaker is a lawyer practicing municipal law, estate planning, real estate and 4 other areas of law. Tonya received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Paw Paw Paw Paw 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Tonya Lee Schuitmaker at a glance

Tonya Lee Schuitmaker is a Member based in Paw Paw, Michigan, practicing at Schuitmaker, Cooper, Schuitmaker, Cypher & Knotek, P.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and government. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1993), U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1993), Florida (1994), and Illinois (1996). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1993) and Michigan State University (B.A. Business, 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Van Buren County (President, 1997-1998) and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Paw Paw, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Tonya Lee Schuitmaker is a lawyer practicing municipal law, estate planning, real estate and 4 other areas of law
  • Tonya received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Tonya practices at Schuitmaker, Cooper, Schuitmaker, Cypher & Knotek, P.C. in Paw Paw, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Tonya Lee Schuitmaker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Tonya Lee Schuitmaker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Tonya Lee Schuitmaker is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Michigan →

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.

Tonya Lee Schuitmaker is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Tonya Lee Schuitmaker is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Paw Paw 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 Tonya Lee Schuitmaker

Where is Tonya Lee Schuitmaker's law office located?
Tonya Lee Schuitmaker's law practice is located in Paw Paw, Michigan. The firm is Schuitmaker, Cooper, Schuitmaker, Cypher & Knotek, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tonya Lee Schuitmaker handle?
Tonya Lee Schuitmaker focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Tonya Lee Schuitmaker practiced law?
Tonya Lee Schuitmaker has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Tonya Lee Schuitmaker go to law school?
Tonya Lee Schuitmaker earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A. Business, 1990).
How can I contact Tonya Lee Schuitmaker for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Tonya Lee Schuitmaker received?
Tonya Lee Schuitmaker's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law
- 1993
B.A. Business
Michigan State University
- 1990

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1993
Florida
Admitted: 1994
Illinois
Admitted: 1996

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