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Benjamin J Herbert

Benjamin J Herbert

Dedicated to Excellence in Client Service.
  • Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate
  • Michigan
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Biography

Benjamin J. Herbert, a partner with Herbert Machnik Law Firm in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is committed to helping people understand their rights and plan for their future. His practice focuses on competent, knowledgeable advice and representation in the areas of estate planning, probate, Medicaid planning and real estate law as well as elder law, estate and trust administration, and guardianship and conservatorship matters. Attorney Herbert’s client base includes young professionals, senior citizens, retirees, and entrepreneurs among others. Attorney Herbert is a member of the State Bar of Michigan and is licensed to appear before the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan. Attorney Herbert graduated cum laude from Michigan State University and earned his Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law. He also holds certificates in probate and estate planning and elder law from the Institute of Continuing Legal Education. He has taught classes in Medicaid planning and asset protection as well as estate planning seminars designed for married couples, single individuals, widows and widowers, and young professionals.

Practice Areas
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Additional Practice Area
  • Medicare and Medicaid
Fees
  • Free Consultation
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Michigan
State Bar of Michigan
ID Number: P70082
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Professional Experience
Partner
Herbert Machnik Law Firm
Current
Education
Michigan State University College of Law
J.D. (2006)
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Michigan State University
B.A. (2003) | Economics
Honors: Cum Laude
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Awards
Rising Star
Super Lawyers
An award given to only 2.5% of Attorneys, and one of only eight attorneys in Michigan for Elder Law
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Professional Associations
State Bar of Michigan
Member
Current
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Speaking Engagements
End of Life Issues, Spring Arbor, MI
Spring Arbor University
Guest Lecturer
Medicaid Planning and Asset Protection, Kalamazoo
Free seminar to provide pro-bono legal information to the community
Estate Planning for Widows and Widowers, Kalamazoo
Free seminar to provide pro-bono legal information to the community
Estate Planning for Single People, Kalamazoo
Free Seminar to provide pro-bono legal information to the community
Estate Planning for Married Couples, Kalamazoo
Free Seminar to provide pro-bono legal information to the community
Certifications
Probate and Estate Planning Certificate
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Elder Law Certificate
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Herbert Machnik Law Firm
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Contact & Map
Herbert Machnik Law Firm
6281 Stadium Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Telephone: (269) 459-1432
Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed (Today)