Atty. William J. Ard

Atty. William J. Ard

William J. Ard is a lawyer practicing elder law, administrative & regulatory section, probate & estate planning and 10 other areas of law.

Williamston Williamston 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About William J. Ard at a glance

William J. Ard is a Sixty Plus Elder Law Clinic, Inc. based in Williamston, Michigan. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1996). Educated at Eastern Michigan University (M.B.A. Rice, 1990) and Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Williamston, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William J. Ard is a lawyer practicing elder law, administrative & regulatory section, probate & estate planning and 10 other areas of law
  • William received a M.B.A. degree from Eastern Michigan University in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • William practices in Williamston, MI

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Ard's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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

Real Estate Law

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

William J. Ard is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

William J. Ard is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Michigan →

Securities 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 Williamston 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 J. Ard

Where is William J. Ard's law office located?
William J. Ard's law practice is located in Williamston, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Ard handle?
William J. Ard focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, ssd, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has William J. Ard practiced law?
William J. Ard has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did William J. Ard go to law school?
William J. Ard earned their education at (M.B.A. Rice, 1990); (J.D., 1975).
How can I contact William J. Ard for a consultation?
You can contact William J. Ard 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 J. Ard received?
William J. Ard's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

M.B.A. Rice
Eastern Michigan University
- 1990
J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1996

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