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Biography
The circuit court is the trial court with the broadest powers in Michigan. In general, the circuit court handles all civil cases with claims of more than $25,000 and all felony criminal cases (cases where the accused, if found guilty, could be sent to prison). The family division of circuit court handles all cases regarding divorce, paternity, adoptions, personal protection actions, emancipation of minors, treatment and testing of infectious disease, safe delivery of newborns, name changes, juvenile offenses and delinquency, juvenile guardianship, and child abuse and neglect. In addition, the circuit court hears cases appealed from the other trial courts or from administrative agencies. The friend of the court office is part of the family division of the circuit court and handles domestic relations cases where minor children are involved.
There are 57 circuit courts in Michigan. Circuit court judges are elected for six-year terms.
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Licensed in Michigan for 33 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1992
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Location
18th Judicial Circuit Court
1230 Washington Avenue, Suite 100, Bay City, MI, 48708
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Jessie Scott Wood's Reviews
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Posted by Ronald kline | March 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Thank you for helping me through my divorce
Thank you Jesse Wood's . And staff. For helping me through my divorce and keeping 50/50 with my kids.
Jessie Wood
Replied last March 08, 2021Thank you Ron, I know it was a "hard case," but, so glad your kids are with you also!
Posted by Heidi | August 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Jessie handled my mother’s estate.
Jessie handled my mother’s estate. She was very professional and extremely knowledgeable. She guided us through this difficult time with kindness and yet when we needed a push to stay on track she got us there! We can’t thank her enough! Would recommend her to anyone!
Jessie Wood
Replied last August 22, 2020Thank you Heidi for your kind words. It is always nice working with your family.
Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Wonderful Representation
Jessie brought clarity and ease to what could have been a difficult process. Her experience, knowledge and guidance definitely made the transition of divorce easier to navigate. Would highly recommend her for legal representation.
Jessie Wood
Replied last February 07, 2020Thank you so much. Divorce is NOT easy, and I am happy that our firm made the transition a little easier.
Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Trustworthy and Thorough
Jesse Scott Wood represented me in my divorce case, and was efficient, did what she said she would do, when she said she would do it, was honest and direct, with clear understanding of the law, and she was able to explain it in easy-to-understand terms. She has a good sense of humor, helping to make ...
Jessie Wood
Replied last October 09, 2018Thank you, your review is much appreciated. Sometimes, we have to laugh, otherwise we will cry. I hope everything has leveled out in your life.
Posted by Jennifer | October 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Ethical and Efficient
Jessie provided pragmatic advice and outstanding service. She is very knowledgeable and thoroughly explained the divorce process and what I could expect. Her staff is friendly and she was very responsive to my questions. I would highly recommend her services.
Jessie Wood
Replied last October 09, 2018Thank you Jennifer for mentioning our staff at the Wood Law Firm. Our staff is the backbone of our firm. If you should ever need legal services in the future, please call us. Thanks again.
Jessie Scott Wood's Lawyer Endorsements
"I enthusiastically endorse Attorney Jessie Scott Wood for family law. She and I represented opposing parties in a divorce case in Bay County, and she was extremely professional, courteous, and firmly—but respectfully—advocated for the interests of her client. The parties came to an agreement which was advantageous to everyone due to Attorney Wood’s creativity and diligence. If you need an experienced divorce lawyer in Bay County, call her!"
"Ms. Wood is a local attorney I once worked with multiple times a week. Over the past several years our practices advanced in different areas of focus as well as location. I want any person reviewing Ms. Woods profile to know that her ability as a lawyer are truly second to none. Respectfully, Roger Trerice, Attorney at Law"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I learned not only how to practice law from Jessie, but how to think as a lawyer should. She is among the hardest working people. Jessie is the lawyer you want on your side and dread seeing as an opponent. I've sent many close relatives to Jessie's office and I have even consulted her for my personal legal questions. You can't do better than Jessie Scott Wood."
"Ms. Wood is one of the most knowledgeable and ethical attorneys I have had the pleasure of working with. I enthusiastically endorse Jessie Scott Wood."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Greatest of the Great Lakes Bay Divorce Attorney, Great Lakes Bay Regional Lifestyle Magazine
1992
Charles H. King Award, DCL
1992
Outstanding Woman Law Graduate, National Association of Women Lawyers
1991
Best Oralist, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law Moot Court Competition
Work Experience
2023 - Present
18th Judicial Circuit Court Judge, Bay County, Michigan
1992 - 2023
Partner, Wood Law Firm, PLLC
Associations
1992 - Present
Bay County Bar AssociationFormer President
1992 - Present
State Bar of Michigan
Education
1992
Detroit College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
University of Michigan
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English