Vanderbilt Estate Planning Lawyers

Lea Ann Sterling
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Lea Ann Sterling
Gaylord, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 44 years of experience
(877) 923-2326 100 W. 1st Street
Gaylord, MI 49735
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Divorce, Family and Probate
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
Lea Ann Sterling has been a member of the Michigan Bar since 1998. Admitted to the bar in Ohio in 1981, Mrs. Sterling practiced law in Columbus. In 1997, she began a sabbatical to write, travel, and relocate from Ohio to Michigan. Her first book, Historic Homes of Olde Towne, was released in 1999 and won the Ohio Historical Society’s Public Education and Awareness Award. Historic Cottages of Mackinac Island, released in 2001, was listed on the Michigan Governor’s List of Best Books of 2001. In March 1999, Mrs. Sterling was appointed Village of Empire Zoning Administrator where she was...
Jonathan Christopher Tomaso
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Jonathan Christopher Tomaso
Gaylord, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 9 years of experience
(877) 221-7628 100 W. 1st Street
Gaylord, MI 49735
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Jon Tomaso has years of experience as an attorney, practicing in the areas of family law and criminal law. Along with his associates at Sterling Law and ADAM (American Divorce Association for Men), the attorneys seek for their clients dignity and fairness and for all they seek social justice in a biased system. Sterling Law attorneys care for their clients by totally dedicating themselves to their cases, by giving guidance and answering questions in a timely effective way, and by being well-prepared in court. They take their clients' cases to heart and pursue their goals with the talent and...
Larissa Waltman
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Larissa Waltman
Gaylord, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 24 years of experience
(989) 528-1386 257 S. Wisconsin Ave.
Gaylord, MI 49735
Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, Collections and Real Estate
Wayne State University Law School
Waltman Law PLLC is centrally located in northern lower Michigan in the city of Gaylord. The primary areas of practice are Bankruptcy and Real Estate Transactions. I am also trained as an eldercaring coordinator and as a mediator in General Civil, Domestic Relations, Child Protection, Behavioral Health, and Elder matters.
Zachary E. Backlund
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Zachary E. Backlund
Gaylord, MI Estate Planning Attorney
(877) 221-7628 100 1st Street
Gaylord, MI 49735
Estate Planning, Family and Real Estate
Michigan State University
Zach Backlund works in our Gaylord, Michigan branch office and has handled numerous family law, estate plan, and real estate cases over the past several years in many counties in northern Michigan. He previously practiced law in the Traverse City, Michigan area, working on a variety of cases involving both transactional and litigated matters. Before becoming an attorney, Zach Backlund worked as a landman (2014-2016), taught English as a second language (2006), and also served as an AmeriCorps Corps Member (2005-2007).

Sterling Law practices in the areas of Family Law, Immigration, Estate Planning, Probate, Civil Litigation, Real Estate, and Business...
Jennifer Duitsman Coy
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Jennifer Duitsman Coy
Gaylord, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 13 years of experience
(989) 732-2912 145 N. Otsego Ave.
Gaylord, MI 49735
Estate Planning, Divorce, Probate and Real Estate
Jennifer Duitsman Coy graduated from Iowa State University with a bachelor’s degree in political science, and received her law degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. She has been practicing law since early 2011. Her practice areas include estate planning, probate, real estate, and family law. Jennifer is also a trained mediator and volunteers with the 46th Circuit’s Legal Aid Divorce Clinic.
John Ceci
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John Ceci
Petoskey, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 22 years of experience
(231) 221-2107 PO Box 154
Petoskey, MI 48116
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and Eastern Michigan University
When people come to me, they are facing a situation they aren’t sure how to deal with. They have questions and are looking for answers. I look at the situation and figure out how I can help. And when they hire me, I get to work! In short, I help people solve problems. Helping someone with too much debt is different than helping someone whose parent just passed away. It is different from helping someone get a divorce. Sometimes I help by preparing documents in my office. Other times it means a lawsuit. It could mean taking a case to trial. It could...
Aaron S. Coltrane
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Aaron S. Coltrane
Roscommon, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(989) 275-4365 241 Lake St.
PO Box 35
Roscommon, MI 48653
Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, Family and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
I am a dedicated Attorney serving the great state of Michigan from Lansing to Traverse City, and all surrounding areas. I have a strong belief in our rights of life, liberty and freedom, as citizens of this great country, and I will do everything within my power to prevent my client's rights from being abridged. I specialize in the areas of Criminal Defense, Family Law, Personal Injury, No Fault, and civil litigation, but I devote myself to helping anyone in need, no matter the legal significance. I pride myself on providing personalized services and obtaining the best...
Robert Banner
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Robert Banner
Boyne City, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 33 years of experience
(231) 582-1710 213 S. Lake Street
Boyne City, MI 49712
Estate Planning, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and Michigan State University
Robert Banner has 28 years experience serving clients in Northern Michigan. Areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, Divorce, Child Custody, Parenting Time, Drunk Driving, Estate Planning including drafting Wills and Trusts. We serve clients in Boyne City, Charlevoix, Petoskey, Boyne Falls, Bellaire, Central Lake and Gaylord. Mr. Banner was appointed by the Attorney General's Office in April 2018, as Public Administrator for Charlevoix County, Michigan.
Rory Mortimer
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Rory Mortimer
Petoskey, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 46 years of experience
(231) 487-1201 2780 Charlevoix Avenue
Suite 13
Petoskey, MI 49770
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense and Social Security Disability
The Mortimer Law Firm and their experienced team of attorneys and paralegals are skilled in, Social Security Disability, Bankruptcy, Driver’s License Restoration, Criminal Law, Student Loan Repayment consulting, and Estate Planning. For over 30 years, the Mortimer Law Firm has served their clients with zeal and fought effectively for their justice. The Mortimer Law Firm has 2 offices in Alpena and Petoskey, MI. Our consultations are always free.
Russell B. Baugh
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Russell B. Baugh
Boyne City, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 47 years of experience
(231) 582-1030 120 Water Street
Boyne City, MI 49712
Estate Planning, Business, Elder and Real Estate
Michigan State University
Working in Michigan since 1979 to understand and serve my corporate and individual clients in the areas of Estates & Trusts, Elder Law, Business and Contracts, Real Estate, and General Civil Law to develop cost effective solutions and strategies.
Bridget Brown Powers
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Bridget Brown Powers
Petoskey, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 32 years of experience
(231) 347-8200 618 Howard St
Petoskey, MI 49770
Estate Planning, Appeals, Business and Real Estate
Michigan State University
Raised in Michigan and Florida, Attorney Powers maintains her private practice of law in Petoskey, Michigan, a resort community nestled along Lake Michigan's Little Traverse Bay. However, she handles matters throughout the State of Michigan and often works with out-of-state counsel. Attorney Powers practices in the areas of real property law, appellate law, business law, estate planning and probate and trust administration, and municipal law. Ms. Powers served as City Attorney for the City of Petoskey for several years and also wrote, implemented, and coordinated the Paralegal Program for North Central Michigan College, an associate degree program,...
W. Dane Carey
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W. Dane Carey
Grayling, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 9 years of experience
(989) 348-5232 2373 S I 75 Business Loop
Grayling, MI 49738
Estate Planning, Business, Probate and Real Estate
Dane Carey primarily represents businesses and individuals in litigation and legal disputes. Dane’s practice focuses on general civil litigation, commercial litigation, property litigation, shareholder and employment disputes, and real estate and water (riparian) law. He has significant experience in matters involving businesses, property, civil rights claims, and other complex civil matters. He represents clients throughout Michigan and in state and federal courts, as well as in the U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals and U.S. Supreme Court.
Jane M. Gootee Nelson
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Jane M. Gootee Nelson
PETOSKEY, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 44 years of experience
(231) 347-3907 413 Waukazoo Ave.
PETOSKEY, MI 49770
Estate Planning and Probate
St. Louis University School of Law
Indiana University undergraduate, JD cum laude from St. Louis University, St. Louis, MO. Indiana Deputy Attorney General for two years. The Dow Chemical Company for 25 years, serving as Assistant General Counsel for Financial Law, Assistant General Counsel for Litigation, and Deputy Director Global Ethics and Compliance. Joined the Petoskey firm of Stroup Erhart, PC, almost 20 years ago, now known as Nelson Forster & Stikovich, PC. Current practice area focuses on estate planning and administration. Martindale Hubbell Peer Rated A-V Preeminent. See: www.accesslaw.net
Troy B. Daniel
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Troy B. Daniel
Roscommon, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 28 years of experience
(989) 821-7614 PO Box 840
Roscommon, MI 48653
Estate Planning, Business, Consumer and Divorce
Michigan State University College of Law
Coming from a working class family, I worked numerous jobs on my way to become an attorney.
Stefan J. Scholl
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Stefan J. Scholl
Petoskey, MI Estate Planning Lawyer
(231) 347-3836 3280 Woods Way
Unit 4
Petoskey, MI 49770
Estate Planning, Business, Collections and Construction
University of Michigan Law School
John Patrick Mack
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John Patrick Mack
Petoskey, MI Estate Planning Attorney
(231) 838-5423 861 Glen Haven Circle
Unit 1
Petoskey, MI 49770
Estate Planning and Real Estate
Brandon S. Dornbusch
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Brandon S. Dornbusch
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 12 years of experience
(231) 714-9392 107 Cass Street
Suite H
Traverse City, MI 49686
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Elder, Probate and Real Estate
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Brandon is passionate about helping individuals, families, and business owners achieve peace of mind by developing and implementing creative cost effective plans tailored for each client. He aims to be his clients' attorney for life, helping to develop strategies that minimize risk, maximize returns on investment, and create legacies that last for generations to come.

Brandon received his undergraduate degree with honors from Michigan State University in History with a concentration in Mandarin Chinese, and his JD from Case Western Reserve University School of Law in 2011. While at Case, he focused his studies on Federal income, estate, gift, and generation...
Michael J. Swogger
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Michael J. Swogger
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 35 years of experience
(231) 929-3933 511 Depot View Drive
Suite 19
Traverse City, MI 49686
Free ConsultationEstate Planning
Michigan State University
I am rated AV by Martindale Hubbell. I completed my Certificate of Completion for the Probate and Estate Planning Certificate Program in Michigan in 2010. I practiced in the area of insurance defense litigation from 1989 through 2012. I have tried over 60 civil jury cases. My practice now focuses on estate planning, probate, and trust administration.

I live in Northern Michigan, married with two adult children and a dog. I play guitar in 3 different rock n roll cover bands. I also attempt to sing...
Warren L. Wahl
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Warren L. Wahl
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 10 years of experience
(800) 525-6386 300 E Front St
#445
Traverse City, MI 49684
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Criminal Defense, Family and Personal Injury
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Matthew Hanley
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Matthew Hanley
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 14 years of experience
(231) 486-6556 4020 Copper View, Ste 225
Traverse City, MI 49684
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Health Care, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
Santa Clara University School of Law
John Joseph Rizzo III
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John Joseph Rizzo III
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 26 years of experience
(231) 437-7779 4371 Deerfield Lane
Traverse City, MI 49684
Estate Planning, Elder, Military and Social Security Disability
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and Emory University School of Law
Elizabeth McLachlan
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Elizabeth McLachlan
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Attorney
(231) 346-0014 412 S. Union St.
Traverse City, MI 49684
Estate Planning and Business
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Elizabeth graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2020. While there, she was an Executive Article Editor for the Chicago-Kent Journal of Intellectual Property, interned in the legal departments of a national trade organization and Illinois’ top children’s hospital, and worked at law firms that focused on civil litigation and transportation law. Prior to law school Elizabeth earned degrees in Biochemistry and Biology from Ferris State University, where she participated in the biochemistry research lab and was president of the school’s chapter of the American Chemical Society. After graduating, Elizabeth relocated to Traverse City and began her career as judicial assistant...
Brian Johnson
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Brian Johnson
Elberta, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 28 years of experience
(231) 383-1459 PO Box 446
Elberta, MI 49628
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Business and Real Estate
University of Michigan Law School and Michigan State University
Brian L. Johnson was born and raised in Muskegon, Michigan. He received his B.A., magna cum laude, from Michigan State University, and his J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School. He is a member of the State Bar of Michigan and is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan. He is a member of the Benzie County Bar Association and the Probate and Estate Planning and Elder Law Sections of the State Bar of Michigan.

Brian’s areas of practice include estate planning, business formation, general business practice,...
R. Todd Balkema
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R. Todd Balkema
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Lawyer
(800) 395-4347 1020 Hastings
Traverse City, MI 49686
Estate Planning, Elder and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Melissa Baumgartner Umulis
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Melissa Baumgartner Umulis
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 13 years of experience
(231) 929-3450 600 E. Front Street, Ste. 102
Traverse City, MI 49686
Estate Planning, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Elisabeth Haub School of Law - Pace University
Wendy K. Bailey
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Wendy K. Bailey
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 20 years of experience
(888) 529-2259 13300 S. West Bay Shore Drive, Suite A5
Traverse City, MI 49684
Estate Planning, Divorce, Family and Immigration
Wayne State University Law School
Practice Areas: Immigration Law, Social Security Disability, Family Law, Estate Planning Admissions: Michigan, 2004 U.S. District Court, Eastern District, 2005 U.S. District Court, Western District, 2005 Law School: Wayne State University, J.D., 2004 Utrecht University, The Netherlands, exchange student, 2003 College: Eastern Michigan University, B.A., cum laude, 1998 La Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, México, exchange student, 1998
Paul T. Jarboe
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Paul T. Jarboe
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 43 years of experience
(231) 922-3452 160 E State St #202
Traverse City, MI 49684
Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, Family and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Paul Jarboe is an experienced and dedicated trial attorney with over 30 years of legal experience. Mr. Jarboe graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 1982. Mr. Jarboe is a former prosecuting attorney, and has an extensive background in the areas of divorce, child custody, criminal defense and civil litigation, which includes State and Federal Criminal cases. Mr. Jarboe’s practice includes: Criminal Defense, Family Law, Personal Injury & Estate Planning.
Janet M Mistele
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Janet M Mistele
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 35 years of experience
(231) 944-3996 2640 Hedwidge Drive
Traverse City, MI 49684
Estate Planning, Animal, Criminal Defense and Divorce
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Janet M. Mistele, J.D. is a member of the State Bar of Michigan (1989), the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan (1991), and the North Carolina State Bar (2003). Ms. Mistele earned her Juris Doctor degree, Magna Cum Laude, from the Thomas M. Cooley Law School, where she was a member of the National Trial Team, and earned American Jurisprudence Awards for top honors in seven of her law school courses. Upon graduation from law school in 1989, Ms. Mistele accepted a position with the Michigan Court of Appeals in Lansing, Michigan as a Prehearing Attorney,...
John Daugherty
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John Daugherty
Beulah, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 35 years of experience
(231) 882-4404 249 S. Benzie Blvd
POB 498
Beulah, MI 49617
Estate Planning, Business, Criminal Defense and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Estate Planning
Wills and Trusts
Business Organization
Real Estate
Criminal Defense
Former Prosecutor
Debra F. Donlan
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Debra F. Donlan
East Tawas, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 39 years of experience
557 Pine Ln
East Tawas, MI 48730
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Business, Consumer and Probate
Over 30 years experience in Family Law.
Daniel White
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Daniel White
Alpena, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 48 years of experience
(989) 354-4104 313 N. Second Ave.
Alpena, MI 49707
Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, Insurance Defense and Personal Injury
David T. McAndrew
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David T. McAndrew
Harrison, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 26 years of experience
(989) 539-2105 651 Richard Dr
Harrison, MI 48625
Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, Elder and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
David T. McAndrew, Attorney at Law, PLLC, was licensed in Michigan in 1998 and admitted to practice in Federal Courts. David McAndrew can assist you in stopping the harassment, the late night phone calls, wage garnishments, lawsuits, judgments, and the aggressive debt collection techniques used by many debt collectors. He will work directly with you to determine the best course of action for your individual situation.

David T. McAndrew is a member of the following:
Michigan Bar Association
Federal Bar Association, Eastern District of Michigan
Federal Bar Association, Western District of Michigan
National Association of...
Jan Geht
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Jan Geht
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 20 years of experience
(231) 941-8192 620-A Woodmere
Traverse City, MI 49686
Estate Planning, Business, Tax and White Collar Crime
Mr. Geht is an attorney with extensive public and private sector experience. After clerking for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, Mr. Geht joined a top law firm in Washington, D.C., where his practice included accountant malpractice litigation, environmental litigation, and labor and employment law. Until he moved to Traverse City in October of 2012, Mr. Geht served for five years as a Trial Attorney with the Tax Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. He received several awards from the Department of Justice and from the Internal Revenue Service for his...
Mary Ann Wehr
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Mary Ann Wehr
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Attorney
(231) 633-3282 120 E Front Street
Traverse City, MI 49684
Estate Planning
John A. Macneal
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John A. Macneal
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Attorney
(231) 947-0400 310 W Front St. #300
Traverse City, MI 49684
Estate Planning, Business and Real Estate
Carri M Briseno
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Carri M Briseno
Lake City, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 11 years of experience
(231) 394-0149 1501 S Morey Rd, Ste B
Lake City, MI 49651
Estate Planning, Divorce, Family and Landlord Tenant
Mark R. Mitchell
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Mark R. Mitchell
Cadillac, MI Estate Planning Lawyer with 34 years of experience
(231) 775-7300 124 E Chapin St
Cadillac, MI 49601
Estate Planning, Business, Collections and Criminal Defense
Todd Bailey
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Todd Bailey
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Attorney
(888) 529-2259 13300 S. West Bay Shore Dr., Suite A5
Traverse City, MI 49684
Estate Planning, Maritime, Personal Injury and Social Security Disability
Todd Bailey is a general practitioner who represents individuals and businesses with their legal needs. While Todd is physically located in Traverse City, he has clients in other areas of Northern Michigan, the State of Michigan, and other states in the country who have legal needs in Michigan. In addition, Todd's practice in Maritime law may also involve his involvement in federal courts throughout the country. Todd is able to represent clients who are located outside the Traverse City area due to his availability by telephone, fax, mail, and email.
Paul A. Hubbell
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Paul A. Hubbell
Traverse City, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 39 years of experience
(231) 313-1490 PO Box 6258
Traverse City, MI 49696-6258
Estate Planning, Business, Criminal Defense and Probate
Darryl T. Johnson
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Darryl T. Johnson
TRAVERSE CITY, MI Estate Planning Attorney with 33 years of experience
(231) 271-4005 4408 LONG WOOD DR
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49685
Estate Planning, Administrative, Business and Real Estate
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