№ 1 General Practice ZIP 49525
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Firm: Sterken Law PLC.
5175 Plainfield NE , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49525
📍 In ZIP 49525
Practice Areas: General Practice
Jim was raised in Grand Rapids, and after graduating from Union High School, he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Alma College in 1984 where he majored in Economics and Psychology. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2012 where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in the top 5% of his graduating class.. While at Cooley, Jim earned several awards including the Raymond Burr Award for Criminal Law and the Atticus Finch Award for Professional Responsibility. He earned Certificates of Merit in Criminal Law, Contracts II, Workers Compensation, and Estate Planning. He was also a Senior Associate Editor on Law Review.. During law school, he volunteered his time at Michigan Court of Appeals, where he was a student law clerk for 2 judges. He also volunteered at the Kent County Defenders Office, providing legal representation for indigent defendants. His previous work experience includes seven years as a licensed financial consultant for a major NYSE firm, and several years as a Regional Manager for a multi-national pharmaceutical company. He also owned his own boutique tax preparation service.. Jim became an attorney to help people solve problems, and understands it is a privilege to work with people concerning serious matters. His broad experience gives him the ability to listen carefully and truly understand his clients’ situations. Jim practices in the areas of criminal defense, civil litigation, and estate planning. He can help protect your family with prudent estate planning, help when you are injured or involved in a dispute, and help you to protect your rights if you or a loved one is charged with a crime.. Jim will listen, understand, and carefully explain the available options to you. He will pursue your goals as effectively and efficiently as possible, whether that requires a careful negotiation or aggressive representation in court.
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“If you talk to Jim even briefly, you'll be able to tell how much he cares about his client and loves helping people with their problems. I know him both as a family member and as a…”
Firm: Dempsey Ventures LLC
3961 Grand River Dr NE , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49525
📍 In ZIP 49525
Practice Areas: General Practice, Business
, Grand Rapids , Michigan 49525
📍 In ZIP 49525
Practice Areas: General Practice, Consumer Protection, Criminal Defense
2900 East Beltline Avenue NE , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49525
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Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, General Practice, Products Liability
2900 East Beltline Avenue NE , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49525
📍 In ZIP 49525
Practice Areas: General Practice
2900 East Beltline Avenue NE , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49525
📍 In ZIP 49525
Practice Areas: General Practice
2900 East Beltline Avenue NE , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49525
📍 In ZIP 49525
Practice Areas: General Practice
Firm: Moseley Law PLLC
5020 E Beltline Ave NE Ste 201 F , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49525
📍 In ZIP 49525
Practice Areas: General Practice
Firm: STRAIN, MURPHY and VANDERWAL, P.C.
2900 East Beltline Avenue NE , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49525
📍 In ZIP 49525
Practice Areas: General Practice, Workers Compensation
2900 East Beltline Avenue NE , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49525
📍 In ZIP 49525
Practice Areas: General Practice
2900 East Beltline Avenue NE , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49525
📍 In ZIP 49525
Practice Areas: General Practice
