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Atty. William J. Stapleton

Atty. William J. Stapleton

Co-Author: "Environmental Torts: chapter of Michigan Torts," Institute of Continuing Legal Education, 1992; Environmental Litigation, Wiley Law Publications, 1994. Author: "Deal-Killers: Environmental Matters," chapter of, "Buying and Selling a Business in Michigan," Institute of Continuing Legal Education, 1994.

Ann Arbor Ann Arbor 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About William J. Stapleton at a glance

William J. Stapleton is a Member based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, practforg at Hooper Hathaway, P.C.. They haand 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1985), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1986), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1988), and U.S. Claims Court (1989). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1985) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Washtenaw County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Ann Arbor, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Co-Author

  • "Environmental Torts: chapter of Michigan Torts," Institute of Continuing Legal Education, 1992
  • Environmental Litigation, Wiley Law Publications, 1994

Author

"Deal-Killers: Environmental Matters," chapter of, "Buying and Selling a Business in Michigan," Institute of Continuing Legal Education, 1994

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practforg law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Ann Arbor 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 substantiand 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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Where is William J. Stapleton's law office located?
William J. Stapleton's law practice is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The firm is Hooper Hathaway, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has William J. Stapleton practiced law?
William J. Stapleton has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did William J. Stapleton go to law school?
William J. Stapleton earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1981).
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What awards or recognition has William J. Stapleton receiandd?
William J. Stapleton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1985
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Claims Court
Admitted: 1989

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