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James L. Kresta
- E jkresta@taftlaw.com
- T (248) 727-1513
- F (248) 351-3082
Summary
James is a partner in Taft’s Business Litigation practice group. James counsels and represents clients in business disputes concerning countless issues, such as breach of contract, real property, shareholder oppression, construction, automotive suppliers, and even the First Amendment. James’s diverse litigation practice includes every aspect of dispute resolution including: contract review, negotiations, pleadings, discovery, substantive motions, trials, and appeals.
Awards
Honoree, Michigan Lawyers Weekly Up & Coming Lawyer (2024)
Honoree, Best Lawyers® “Ones to Watch,” Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Real Estate (2024 – 2025)
Honoree, Michigan Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2020 – 2024)
All Service Areas
All Practices
All Industries
Education
- Wayne State University Law School
cum laude
Bronze Key for academic excellence - Franciscan University
B.A. – Legal Studies
cum laude
Admissions
- State - Michigan
- Federal - Michigan Eastern District Court
News
One Hundred Thirty-Six Taft Attorneys Selected to Best Lawyers® "Ones to Watch" 2025 News
Sixteen Taft Attorneys Named to Michigan Rising Stars 2024 News
Kresta Named Michigan Lawyers Weekly Up & Coming Lawyer Honoree News
Taft Acts as Legal Counsel to Tower Automotive Operations USA Preventing a Disruption to the Automotive Supply Chain
Professional Affiliations
- State Bar of Michigan
Member
- Oakland County Bar Association
Member
- Washtenaw County Bar Association
Member
- Detroit Bar Association
Member
- American Bar Association
Forum on Communications Law