Joseph Michael West

Joseph Michael West

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Real estate Lawyer at Ann Arbor, MI
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Business

2750 Carpenter Road, Suite 4, Ann Arbor, MI

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Real Estate 65%

I handle commercial and residential real estate matters, including sales and purchases, commercial lease negotiation and drafting, easements and title matters, as well as mortgage litigation, quiet title litigation, and the like.

65%
Business 35%

I assist clients in the formation and maintaining of business entities, including corporations and limited liability companies, and assist with complex business transactions. I also consult with clients in the midst of business disputes to help navigate amicable resolutions.

35%

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 19 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2006

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Joseph M. West, P.C.

2750 Carpenter Road, Suite 4, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108

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Joseph Michael West's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 18 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Farm Client

Joe West is an exceptional attorney! My wife and I were at wits end with harassment from a neighbor about our farms' roosters crowing and about us having a farm in general. Joe was very attentive to our concerns and able to give us valuable guidance. He was always very quick to respond to our cal...ls/texts. Even when writing us legally framed responses to our 3rd party concerns, his work was completed forthwith yet his word-smith quality was in spades! He has a way of writing that is rarely seen. On top of that his work is very complete, nothing left to chance. As an attorney, I have the highest respect for Joe West and am relieved when he is working for us because I know he is professional, caring, diligent and thorough.

Posted by Dave | November 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business

The Right Legal Cousel To Fight the "Larger Companies""

I started my own business and the company I worked for previously was sending me "legal letters" from their attorney threatening me and my company. A friend of mine recommended Mr. West to represent me and after the first phone call with him I felt very comfortable that he could get this resolved. Al...l it took was one of Joe's well written letters to their attorney and the previous company backed right down. If you're looking for a well verse legal counsel that knows the law and how to get things done quickly, then Mr. Joseph West is your man. I would highly recommend him, in fact if any other issues come up, he will be the first one I call. Dave

Posted by James & Melanie | August 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Terrific real estate attorney!

Joe was a very thorough and helpful attorney that helped us with every need we had during our recent purchase of our first home. When we had problems with our lender and title office, Joe was there to help think of creative solutions that got the job done. Joe followed up with us every step of the wa...y to make sure we were doing well. I would highly recommend Joe.

Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

a great deal of help

We contacted Joe for some time sensitive title and closing document work for our home purchase. Joe was quick to respond to emails, and brought several items to our attention that we had taken care of. Overall we found Joe to be really helpful during the home buying process. He explained everythin...g very clearly and it made us feel more comfortable come closing day. Would definitely recommend!

Posted by Eric | October 16, 2014 | Land Use & Zoning

professional, responsive and knowledgeable

A co-worker recommended Mr. West for an issue I had involving a right-of-way with a house I purchased. Mr. West met with me and reviewed the issue. He discussed my options and I felt very involved with the process, which was great. In the end, I didn't end with a title claim, but I got the answers I ...was looking to get. Mr. West was very professional and worked with a sense of urgency. He billed me fairly for his services. If I have any similar issues in the future, I would not hesitate to contact him and will be recommending him to friends and co-workers.

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Ross Bergethon

Litigation lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joe is one of the brightest and most conscientious attorneys I've had the pleasure to work with. His practice combines the sort of experience--including a prestigious federal appellate clerkship and work on sophisticated, high-profile, corporate matters--you'd expect from a partner at a large corporate firm, with the accessibility, personal touch, and common sense of a solo practitioner. I can also say from firsthand experience that Joe's a superb writer and researcher who produces the kind of concise and engaging briefs that win cases. I would refer my own friends or family members to him without a second thought."

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Neil Deblois

Commercial real estate lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Joe was opposing counsel on an unusual commercial matter. He was thorough, professional and reasonable, leading to an amicable resolution of the case."

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Charles Clos

Litigation lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have been practicing law for over 20 years and Joe was opposing counsel on a very contentious and complicated litigation matter involving mortgage and banking issues. I found Joe not only to be extremely competent and thorough in handling all aspects of this difficult case, he was at all times the consumate professional. Because of my experience with Joe he is on the top of my list when people or businesses request a referral and I would never hesitate to recommend his services. never hesitate to refer clients to him when the ocassion arisesn this If I were in need of a lwayer tAs a result when ce our"

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Thomas Murray

Litigation lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is a very talented and highly effective lawyer. He is honest, responsive, passionate and an excellent advocate for his clients. I have referred him work in the past and would not hesitate to recommend him to clients."

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Ian Bolton

Litigation lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is an extremely intelligent and hard working attorney with a particular expertise in litigation. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a great attorney at a reasonable price."

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John Hilla

Litigation lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Joseph West personally & professionally as long as either of us have been licensed attorneys. Attorney West is one of the most capable and intelligent and ethical practitioners in southeastern Michigan. He represents his individual and corporate clients with aggressive zeal and treats each client with the respect that they deserve."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Joseph M. West, PC

2006 - 2009

Associate, Dykema Gossett

2005 - 2006

Judicial Law Clerk, United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit

Associations

State Bar of Michigan

State Bar of Michigan, Real Property Law Section

State Bar of Michigan, Business Law Section

State Bar of Michigan, Agricultural Law Section

Education

2005

Wayne State University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Wayne State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2005

Mich. Int'l Lawyer Vol. XVIII, No. 2 Application of the [Organization For Economic Cooperation and Development] Anti-Bribery Convention

2004

Wayne Law Review Federal Fraud Prosecutions of Schemes to Defraud Foreign Sovereigns of Import Taxes

Languages

English

Activity

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