Atty. William J Brooks

Atty. William J Brooks

William J Brooks is a lawyer practicing american indian law, business law, civil rights law and 8 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Manistee Manistee 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About William J Brooks at a glance

William J Brooks is a Member based in Manistee, Michigan, practicing at William J. Brooks, PLLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, civil rights, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1989). Educated at University of Colorado at Boulder (J.D., 1988) and University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (B.S., 1984). Active member of Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association American Bar Association State Bar of Michigan Michigan Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Manistee, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William J Brooks is a lawyer practicing american indian law, business law, civil rights law and 8 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • William practices at William J. Brooks, PLLC in Manistee, MI

Practice Areas Explained

William J Brooks's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Rights

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Environmental 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 Manistee 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 Brooks

Where is William J Brooks's law office located?
William J Brooks's law practice is located in Manistee, Michigan. The firm is William J. Brooks, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J Brooks handle?
William J Brooks focuses on personal injury, employment, business, civil rights, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has William J Brooks practiced law?
William J Brooks has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did William J Brooks go to law school?
William J Brooks earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1984).
How can I contact William J Brooks for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1988
B.S.
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1989

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