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Mechelle Woznicki
Portage, MI Estate Planning Lawyer
Estate Planning, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
After becoming a parent then a grandparent, spending 10 years in the Navy, and 20 years in business, Mechelle decided to pursue a law degree, which fulfilled a life-long dream. Her practical experience as an international contract negotiator and her time in the military bring a unique perspective and understanding of her clients’ needs.
While Mechelle is competent under many practice areas, her special areas of interest are Collaborative Practice, Mediation, Family Law, and Estate Planning. Mechelle is a court approved Civil Mediator and Domestic Relations Mediator. Practicing law allows Mechelle the tangible opportunity to seek justice in ways...
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Benjamin J Herbert
Kalamazoo, MI Estate Planning Attorney
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Elder and Probate
Michigan State University
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...
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Rebecca Stewart
East Lansing, MI Estate Planning Lawyer
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Elder and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
I founded my own firm in 2022 following admittance into the State Bar of Michigan. I graduated from Ferris State University and Western Michigan's Cooley Law School.
I have always been passionate about helping others in their time of need, so I chose estate planning as my profession. I am committed to helping clients navigate planning for the future and the uncertainty it brings.
Before law school, I was an elder law and estate planning paralegal for over 10 years. My passion for that area of law drove me to become an estate planner to assist clients with all their...
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Gary E Tibble
Kalamazoo, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 34 years of experience
Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Gary E. Tibble has been helping clients in Kalamazoo and throughout Southwest Michigan in the areas of:
Residential and commercial real estate
Estate planning
Probate
Wills and Trusts
Criminal Record Expungements
Mr. Tibble received his Bachelor of Arts from Western Michigan University in 1977; a Master of Public Administration from Western Michigan University in 1980; a Juris Doctor from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 1990. He was admitted to practice in Michigan in 1990 and the United States Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit in 1990.
Mr. Tibble is a member of numerous organizations, including: Michigan Bar Association, Kalamazoo Bar...
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Adam J. Sheridan
Conklin, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Estate Planning, Business, Probate and Tax
Marquette University Law School
With over eighteen years' experience in both law firm and large corporate environments, handling local, national, and international transactions of various types, I am able to assist clients in structuring and completing complex transactions while maintaining a personalized focus. Our firm appreciates each opportunity we have to learn a client's needs and provide customized solutions to the client's legal issues. I have substantial experience in real estate, corporate structure and governance, commercial contracts and procurement, mergers and acquisitions, estate and succession planning, and construction.
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Harold Leo Emelander
Newaygo, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Elder, Probate and Tax
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Harold Leo Emelander was raised in Newaygo, Michigan. After graduating from Newaygo High School, he attended Grand Valley State University where he received his Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctorate from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2006. To further his education he then moved to Florida where he attended The University of Florida College of Law and received his LLM in Taxation in 2007. Mr. Emelander began his legal career in Miami, Florida at an accounting firm. He utilized his degree in taxation law by advising clients on individual,...
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Stephen Michael Cornish
Lansing, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Criminal Defense, Family and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
My practice focuses on criminal defense including misdemeanors and felonies in both the trial and appellant courts. He has a strong interest in complex constitutional law issues and their applicability in the criminal justice system. I am an active member of the Michigan Appellate Assigned Counsel System commonly known as the MAACS; an organization responsibly for nearly 84% of all assigned criminal appeals cases in Michigan. My practice also includes a strong emphasis in family and estate law including: parent’s rights, divorce litigation, custody, parenting time, child support, guardianships, estate planning, probate litigation and juvenile matters. I...
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Francis X. Hathaway
East Lansing, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Estate Planning, Bankruptcy and Criminal Defense
Michigan State University
Frank Hathaway studied at the University of Detroit-Mercy graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. He studied law at Michigan State University College of Law graduating with the degree of Juris Doctor, Cum Laude. Mr. Hathaway is admitted to practice in all Michigan Courts, the United States Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, and the United States Bankruptcy Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan. He is an active member in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan, a former member of its Representative Assembly, a member of the Criminal Law...
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Christopher James Topa JD, MBA, MPA
East Lansing, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 17 years of experience
Estate Planning, Business and Tax
Wayne State University Law School and Ave Maria School of Law
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Jenny L. DeGraves
Holland, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 15 years of experience
Estate Planning, Landlord Tenant, Probate and Real Estate
Michigan State University
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Geoffrey A. Haveman
Zeeland, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Bankruptcy and Business
University of Michigan Law School
Geoffrey has been practicing law in western Michigan now — and previously in the Detroit metro area (and beyond) — since 2005. In that time, he has consulted thousands of clients, and took part in many bankruptcy cases (both Chapter 7 and 13) for individuals and small businesses and helped numerous individuals and small businesses with all their legal needs. In addition, Geoff has volunteered at Freedom House Detroit practicing immigration and asylum law, teaches test preparation classes, and tutors students for standardized tests.
Geoff grew up on a dairy farm in western Michigan — in his free time he enjoys...
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Jennifer Reed
Holt, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 6 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
My practice is focused exclusively on estate planning. I take great effort to stay up-to-date with changes in the law and implement new drafting techniques to provide thorough and comprehensive planning for our client’s specific needs. I also strive to draft documents in plain English so that my clients can understand them. My practice is unique in that we do not operate out of a traditional brick and mortar office. We come to you!
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Douglas McPhail
Muskegon, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 34 years of experience
Estate Planning, Elder and Probate
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Doug McPhail has more than 30 years experience helping families, like yours, protect their estates from nursing home poverty, taxes and unnecessary probate expenses. Doug earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Mass Communications from Taylor University where he was active in student government leadership roles. After college, Doug enrolled at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law where he graduated with honors in 1988. Doug earned the American Jurisprudence Award for Academic Excellence in the area of professional responsibility and was published member of the University of Detroit Law Review. While in law school, Doug...
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Geraldine Anne Brown
Lansing, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Business and Elder
Michigan State University College of Law
Assistant Attorney General for the State of Michigan since 2011.
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Roger G Cotner
Grand Haven, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Bankruptcy, Elder and Tax
University of Richmond School of Law
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Kurt Hatfield
Otsego, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Business, Real Estate and Tax
Graduated from Wayne State University Law School with a Master of Law - Taxation (LL.M.), Thomas M. Cooley Law School with a Juris Doctorate (J.D.), and Nazareth College in Kalamazoo with a Bachelor's in Business Administration in Management (BBA).
Additional practice areas:
Commercial real estate development law including wetlands, environmental, drain law, Land Division Act, ground leases, property tax uncapping, Downtown Development Authority, commercial leases, and mediation services.
Call or email me for a free consultation on how I can help you reach your commercial and business development goals.
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Michael Haddock
Saugatuck, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Business, Insurance Claims and Real Estate
University of Illinois - Chicago and Western Michigan University
Attorney Michael Haddock earned a Master of Laws in Commercial Real Estate Law and Development and a Juris Doctor JD with an emphasis in litigation and has years of corporate insurance law and litigation experience. His clients are individuals and businesses throughout the U.S. with a large percentage from Saugatuck, Douglas, Holland, South Haven, Chicago, and Kent, Van Buren Ottawa, and Allegan Counties. He serves our expanded community in issues regarding real estate, wills and trusts and litigation defending contractors, developers, real estate holding companies, assisted living communities, condominium associations, businesses and individuals and...
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Nathan Bocks
Holland, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning and Real Estate
Marquette University Law School
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Brandi Coleman
East Lansing, MI Estate Planning Lawyer
Estate Planning, Elder and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
With a passion for helping her community, Brandi sought a career that allows her to make a positive impact. Prior to attending law school, she worked alongside probate attorneys for nearly 10 years. She is experienced in guardianships, conservatorships, estates, and trusts. Brandi is a compassionate and dedicated advocate for her clients.
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Torree Breen
East Lansing, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 23 years of experience
Estate Planning, Divorce and Family
Michigan State University
Ms. Breen specializes in family law which includes divorce, child custody disputes, child support, spousal support, and prenuptial agreements. She also prepares estate plans which includes the preparation of trusts, wills, powers of attorneys for finance and medical care, and setting up guardianships/conservatorships. Ms. Breen has litigated hundreds of cases and has the experience to represent her clients in court.
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Bradley Vauter
Grand Ledge, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Estate Planning, Arbitration & Mediation, Elder and Probate
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Adam Keilen
Kalamazoo, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Business, Construction and Probate
Michigan State University
Attorney Keilen is licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan, the Federal US District Court for the Western District of Michigan, and the Federal US District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. Attorney Keilen is a Board Member and Attorney Representative for Kalamazoo Plus; he is an Advisory Board Member for the Michigan Medical Device Accelerator.
Attorney Keilen is a commercial litigator specializing in closely held business disputes; he is also the founder/owner of a local medical device company, giving him a unique appreciation for the legal issues in today’s business environment. Attorney Keilen has been a guest...
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Daniel J Goeman
Zeeland, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Estate Planning, Elder, Family and Probate
Valparaiso University School of Law
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Mrs. Ean P. Hamilton
Kalamazoo, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Business and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Rhonda R. Kunkel
Lansing, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 21 years of experience
(517) 622-0590
Knaggs, Harter, Brake & Schneider, P.C.
7521 Westshire Drive, Suite 100
Lansing, MI 48917
Estate Planning, Consumer, Family and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Erika Salerno Shadowens
Kalamazoo, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 27 years of experience
Estate Planning, Business, Divorce and Family
Loyola University Chicago School of Law and Drake University Law School
In 2015, my family and I moved to St. Joseph, Michigan where I manage the Saint Joseph, Michigan office of Kreis Enderle. My legal practice consists of helping clients throughout Southwest Michigan (Kalamazoo, Van Buren, Berrien and Cass Counties) with divorce, child custody, estate planning and business matters.
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Richard L. Williams
East Lansing, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 45 years of experience
(517) 337-8100
411-C W Lake Lansing Rd
Suite 110
East Lansing, MI 48823-8445
Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
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Eldon J Vincent
Charlotte, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Estate Planning, Business, Probate and Tax
Georgia State University College of Law
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David Platt
Lansing, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 44 years of experience
Estate Planning, Business and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
David M. Platt has more than 38 years of experience as an estate planning and business attorney. David concentrates his law practice in the areas of estate planning and administration, probate litigation, pre and post nuptial agreements, real estate and business entity formation. He assists clients in the preparation of wills, trusts, family cottage limited partnerships, as well as providing counsel to minimize income and estate taxes.
David frequently speaks and writes on estate planning and business matters for financial planners, accountants and attorneys, as well as the general public. He is an adjunct professor of law at the Michigan...
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Byron Gallagher
East Lansing, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 34 years of experience
Estate Planning, Business, Probate and Real Estate
Washington University School of Law
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Patrick Crowley
Lansing, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 20 years of experience
Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
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Diane Housley Peters
Marshall, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Estate Planning and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Bert W. Carrier Jr.
Lansing, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 12 years of experience
Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, Business and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
At Bert Carrier and Associates, we concentrate our practice on taxation, bankruptcy, estate planning, academic discipline, and small business law. We provide expert legal services at surprisingly affordable rates. Call us at 517-529-2600. "Honest Lawyers- Affordable Fees"
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Laura E. Volkmann
Kalamazoo, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Estate Planning, Elder and Probate
University of Michigan Law School
Compassionate estate planning and estate administration with a focus on the unique needs of each client.
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Albert Laaksonen
Paw Paw, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
Albert W. Laaksonen II, is the founding attorney of Laaksonen Law Offices, P.C. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and his JD from the Indiana University School of Law in Bloomington, Indiana.
Attorney Laaksonen is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, Van Buren County Bar Association, and the Kalamazoo County Bar Association. He is certified as both a Civil Mediator and a Domestic Relations Mediator.
He currently serves on the Community Corrections Board for Van Buren County, and the the Kalamazoo Christian School Association Board.
Attorney Laaksonen specializes...
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Nicholas D Garlinghouse
Lansing, MI Estate Planning Attorney
Estate Planning, Business and Probate
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Timothy A. Slais
Holland, MI Estate Planning Lawyer
Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Tim Slais graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor's degree in Political Science. In 1995, he became a Michigan State Police Trooper, and he was assigned to the South Haven Post where he investigated both traffic and criminal complaints. After being shot in the line of duty, Tim retired from the State Police in 2005, and he went on to study law at Thomas M. Cooley Law School. In 2009, Tim graduated Magna Cum Laude in the top 3% of his class with a concentration in Litigation. Following law school, Tim was an Assistant Prosecuting...
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John T. McNeil
Paw Paw, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 51 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Business, Probate and Real Estate
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Alexandre Stratilatov
Lansing, MI Estate Planning Lawyer
Estate Planning, Business, Probate and Real Estate
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James R. Shaull
Charlotte, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 42 years of experience
Estate Planning, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Probate