Atty. William A Thompson

Atty. William A Thompson

William A Thompson is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, probate, wills and 5 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years.

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Profile Summary

About William A Thompson at a glance

William A Thompson is a Member based in Jackson, Michigan, practicing at William A. Thompson, P.C.. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1969). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1968) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Jackson County. Serands clients in Jackson, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William A Thompson is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, probate, wills and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • William practices at William A. Thompson, P.C. in Jackson, MI

Practice Areas Explained

William A Thompson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William A Thompson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

William A Thompson is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Michigan →

Trusts

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Probate

William A Thompson 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.

William A Thompson is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →

Business & Corporate Law

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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 Jackson 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 William A Thompson

Where is William A Thompson's law office located?
William A Thompson's law practice is located in Jackson, Michigan. The firm is William A. Thompson, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William A Thompson handle?
William A Thompson focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has William A Thompson practiced law?
William A Thompson has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did William A Thompson go to law school?
William A Thompson earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact William A Thompson for a consultation?
You can contact William A Thompson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William A Thompson received?
William A Thompson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1968
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1965

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1969

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