Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Robert Banner
Boyne City, MI Probate Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate and Real Estate
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.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Kathy Lynn Henry
Detroit, MI Probate Lawyer with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Elder, Estate Planning and Family
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
With more than 30 years of legal experience, Kathy L. Henry focuses on probate, family law, and mediation. As a former Wayne Public Administrator for Wayne County Probate Court, she brings a strong track record of success to every case. Certified in family law mediation and an active member of respected legal organizations, Kathy is dedicated to providing resourceful, client-centered representation. Whether you're dealing with probate, divorce, personal injury, or criminal cases, Kathy works tirelessly to secure the best possible outcome for you. Choose an attorney who truly fights for your rights—choose Kathy L. Henry.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileBlawg SearchSocial Media
Patrick Jerome Derkacz
Sterling Heights, MI Probate Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Insurance Claims, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Michigan State University College of Law
Patrick Derkacz grew up in Warren, Michigan where he attended public school. He graduated from Warren Mott High school in 1984 where he played football. He then went to Eastern Michigan University where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry in 1988. After graduation he worked as an analytical chemist for the Parke-Davis Pharmaceutical Research Division in Ann Arbor, Michigan for several years.
Mr. Derkacz went back to law school at the Detroit College of Law (now Michigan State University Law School) in 1990. He graduated from DCL with Honors in 1993. While in Law School he participated in the...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileBlawg SearchSocial Media
Phillip S. Serafini
Sterling Heights, MI Probate Lawyer with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Elder, Estate Planning and Family
Wayne State University Law School
Phil was admitted to practice law in 1991 and he is now in his 28th year as an attorney. Phil is one of the founding partners of Serafini, Michalowski, Derkacz and Associates, P.C. and he focuses his practice in the areas of personal injury, automobile accident claims, no-fault claims also known as personal injury protection benefits, third party automobile negligence claims, slip and fall injuries, motorcycle injuries, trucking accidents and general civil litigation. Phil grew up in St. Clair Shores and Royal Oak and he has been fortunate to return to Macomb County to practice law.
From 1995 to present, Phil...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Reese Serra
Rochester, MI Probate Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Business, Communications and Estate Planning
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Mr. Serra concentrates his practice on tirelessly representing the needs of Michigan businesses and business owners. Reese Serra has counseled businesses ranging from a wide variety of industries with an expertise in representing technology clients of all sizes.
As a civil litigator, Mr. Serra has procured victories for his clients at all levels of State and Federal courts, including numerous successful appeals.
Mr. Serra focuses his practice in the areas of real estate matters, business and financial transactions, including: mergers, acquisitions and reorganizations of business entities; complex commercial and real estate lending and restructuring transactions; international business transactions; real estate sale...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&ASocial Media
Don L Rosenberg
Troy, MI Probate Attorney with 44 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Elder and Estate Planning
I have been practicing for over thirty-five years. My practice is limited to specializing in issues concerning disability, estate, probate, long term care, nursing home, Veterans, Medicaid and special needs planning. I am the immediate past President/Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Alzheimer’s Association - Greater Michigan Chapter (after having served for the last 6 years) and member of the Association's executive committee and an Assembly Delegate to Alzheimer’s Association – National Chapter, Chicago, Illinois. I am also a Member of National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and have been listed since 1991 in...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Jamie Ryan Ryke
Southfield, MI Probate Attorney with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate and Estate Planning
St. Thomas University School of Law
Welcome to the Law Firm of Thav, Ryke and Assoc. We are Michigan Probate, Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts, Probate and Trust Administration Attorneys located conveniently in Southfield, Michigan and Grand Rapids, Michigan. We have achieved a reputation for solving complex probate matters and as a result, practice and have clients throughout the great state of Michigan. Further, we represent many out-of-state clients who have had family members who pass away in the State of Michigan.
We are here to assist you in all areas of wills and trusts, estate planning, and probate law in the State of Michigan. Our...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Dean E. Patrick
Southfield, MI Probate Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Estate Planning, Social Security Disability and Traffic Tickets
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Since establishing his own practice, Mr. Patrick has personally counseled hundreds of individuals in legal matters and has educated thousands throughout Michigan as a speaker and author.
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Sean Patrick Murphy
Farmington Hills, MI Probate Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(248) 939-5405
33533 W. 12 Mile Road
Suite 295
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Free ConsultationProbate, Business, Construction and Estate Planning
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Sean P. Murphy is an Attorney and Member of Head Murphy Law. Sean was voted the 2023 Best Lawyer in Metro Detroit in the Community Choice Awards presented by the Detroit Free Press. Sean has also been selected as a Super Lawyers' Rising Star since 2019, and he has also been selected as a DBusiness top lawyer on multiple occasions.
Sean is a lifelong resident of the Metro Detroit area. After graduating first in his class and summa cum laude from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, Sean worked as a Judicial Law Clerk for Justice Stephen J. Markman...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Shawn H. Head
Farmington Hills, MI Probate Lawyer with 16 years of experience
(248) 939-5405
34705 W. Twelve Mile Rd.
Suite 160
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Free ConsultationProbate, Business, Collections and Criminal Defense
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Shawn is the owner of The Head Law Firm, PLC. He is licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan, and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. He represents individual and business clients throughout the Detroit Metro Area, including Livonia, Westland, Plymouth, Canton, Northville, Farmington Hills, West Bloomfield, Novi, Troy, and other surrounding areas.
Shawn has been repeatedly recognized as one of Metro Detroit’s Top Lawyers in the areas of criminal defense and commercial litigation by DBusiness Magazine. He has also been selected as a Rising Star by Michigan Super Lawyers every year since 2015.
Shawn graduated...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileBlawg SearchSocial Media
Jeffrey J. Michalowski
Sterling Heights, MI Probate Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Elder, Estate Planning and Insurance Claims
Wayne State University Law School
One of the founding partners of Serafini, Michalowski, Derkacz and Associates, P.C., Jeff focuses his practice in the areas of elder law, estate planning, trust administration, probate administration, and corporate law. Jeff grew up in Sterling Heights and is happy to have returned to Macomb County to practice law.
Prior to establishing Serafini, Michalowski, Derkacz & Associates, P.C., Jeff worked with a large regional accounting and business consulting firm, an insurance defense law firm and a business law firm specializing in corporate law, business formation, business consulting and private equity matters. After working with an elder law and estate planning firm...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Michelle L Easter
Port Huron, MI Probate Attorney with 9 years of experience
Probate, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
EDUCATION: Thomas M. Cooley Law School, 2015, Juris Doctor cum laude. Board Member and Solicitation Editor, Thomas M. Cooley Law Review; Student Law Clerk for the Honorable Joseph J. Farah, 7th Circuit Court, Genesee County, Flint, MI LEGAL EXPERIENCE: Attorney and Entrepreneur, Easter Law, PLLC, Port Huron, MI; Attorney, Lakeshore Legal Aid, Port Huron, MI; Law Clerk, State of Michigan, Bureau of Employment Relations, Detroit, MI. ADMISSIONS AND COURTS: Admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan and the United States District Court, Eastern District of Michigan....
Claimed Lawyer Profile
David D. Sprague
Clinton Township, MI Probate Attorney
Probate, Elder, Estate Planning and Nursing Home
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
David D. Sprague is the firm's principal partner. His practice includes Business Law, Probate and Estate Planning, Elder Law and Medicaid Planning, Family Law (domestic relations/divorce/prenuptial agreements) and Real Estate Law. David has experience working as an attorney at two nationally recognized law firms: Raymond & Prokop, P.C. and Pepper Hamilton LLP. In addition, David has helped clients to successfully complete applications with the Michigan Minority Business Development Council and has defended claims made by the Business Software Alliance.
Prior to practicing law, David had nearly 10 years of experience working in the automotive industry and the field of information technology...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Benjamin A Schock
Shelby Township, MI Probate Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Criminal Defense, Elder and Estate Planning
Michigan State University and Michigan State University
Benjamin Schock is a skilled, experienced elder law attorney who successfully assists seniors in passing their hard earned assets on to their loved ones while allowing them to receive additional benefits that help them offset the cost of long term care.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Bailor B. Bell
Traverse City, MI Probate Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(231) 933-0180
201 East Seventeenth St.
Suite A
Traverse City, MI 49684
Probate, Education and Personal Injury
Wayne State University Law School
Bailor Bell has extensive experience representing victims and their families harmed or killed in notable cases across the nation and has achieved unprecedented results in civil cases involving mass shootings, sexual assault and abuse, catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, carbon monoxide poisoning, and vehicular negligence.
Before joining The Fierberg National Law Group, Mr. Bell practiced as a general civil litigation attorney for eight years. Mr. Bell has represented clients in the Michigan Supreme Court, the Michigan Court of Appeals, the Michigan Court of Claims, the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, the United States Court of...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Mark L. Gantz
Dearborn Heights, MI Probate Lawyer with 53 years of experience
Probate and Divorce
Wayne State University Law School
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&ASocial Media
John J. Keenan
Redford, MI Probate Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Probate, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Family
University of Detroit Mercy
Established in 1982, Keenan & Austin, P.C. is a firm of Attorneys/Lawyers located in Redford Township, Michigan; serving Wayne and Oakland counties.
Attorneys, Jan Keenan and John J. Keenan, graduated from the University of Michigan (undergrad), and the University of Detroit - Mercy School of Law. Both are dedicated members of the Redford community, serving the Township in many capacities over the years as Coaches and Sponsors of Little League and RTJAA teams, serving on the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Downtown Development Authority, and Parks Commission, on Citizens Input Boards, and in various leadership positions with St. Valentine...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Michael Bartnik
Bloomfield Hills, MI Probate Lawyer with 43 years of experience
(248) 608-3660
41000 Woodward Ave Suite 350
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304-5092
Probate, Civil Rights, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Wayne State University Law School
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Erin R. Solaiman
Shelby Township, MI Probate Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Elder and Estate Planning
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Erin R. Solaiman (Erin Randall) is a senior partner at Schock Solaiman Ramdayal, PLLC, with several years of experience in Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Trust Administration, Wealth Preservation, and Veteran’s Benefits.
Prior to founding Schock Solaiman Ramdayal, PLLC, Erin R. Solaiman earned her Bachelor of Arts from Michigan State University and her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Thomas M. Cooley Law School.
Erin’s career focuses on Elder Law and Estate Planning. For the past several years, she has been representing individuals and families while guiding them through some of the most difficult times of their lives. Erin’s...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Laura McMahon Lynch
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI Probate Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Probate, Construction, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Michigan State University
For over 25 years, Laura McMahon Lynch has earned a reputation as a highly respected Real Estate litigator, as well as a compassionate, driven Estate Planning attorney.
Using her 11 years of experience as both a Special and Assistant Attorney General defending the State of Michigan, Laura aggressively represents clients in a wide range of litigation including real estate title disputes, construction lien foreclosure as well as complex contract-based lawsuits.
She has become the confidant of countless clients who continue to trust her sensitivity and discretion. Laura is a certified Facilitative Mediator for the 3rd Circuit Court of Michigan. She has...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Steven T Jedinak
Monroe, MI Probate Attorney with 14 years of experience
Probate, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning and Family
University of Toledo
Steven Jedinak has experience throughout Southeastern Michigan practicing in the areas of criminal defense, family law, probate administration, guardianships, conservatorships and civil litigation. Steven graduated from the University of Toledo in Toledo, Ohio and is committed to working hard to find the best solution to his clients' legal problems.
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Daniel Boroja
Shelby Twp., MI Probate Lawyer
Free ConsultationProbate, Elder and Estate Planning
Mr. Boroja focuses his practice on Probate Administration, Litigation, Estate Planning, and Elder Law. He prides himself on his comprehensive and detailed approach to each client. He works diligently to find solutions to every situation.
Mr. Boroja was selected for inclusion in Michigan’s Super Lawyer list and as a Rising Star in 2016, and he has maintained this rating ever since. No more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in each state are selected by the research team to receive this honor. He performs best in high-risk, high-rewards, high-pressure systems, which makes him perfectly suited for the courtroom. Progressive,...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Mr. John O. Knappmann
Taylor, MI Probate Attorney with 35 years of experience
Probate, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Estate Planning
University of Michigan Law School
Former Assistant Prosecutor. I am also a landlord. UM Law graduate.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
John Deku
Lambertville, MI Probate Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Probate, Business, Elder and Estate Planning
The University of Toledo College of Law
At the Law Office of John V. Deku, PLC, I provide my clients with personal and dedicated attention directly from the attorney who will handle their case. I take the time to walk you through all of the steps of your case, give you advice about all of your legal options and make sure that any questions you have are adequately answered. Your best interests are the driving force behind my representation of you. If I am unable to provide you the representation your situation needs I will help find you a competent attorney who can.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Michael J. Hamblin
Southfield, MI Probate Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Probate, Business and Real Estate
Wayne State University Law School
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&ASocial Media
Jane A Bassett
Ann Arbor, MI Probate Attorney with 30 years of experience
Probate, Elder and Estate Planning
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Jane A. Bassett has been practicing for over 20 years and is the principal of Bassett Law in Ann Arbor. Her practice focuses on probate, elder and disability law, LGBT law, and adoptions, including estate planning, special needs trusts, Social Security benefits, Medicaid, probate administration, vulnerable adult abuse and exploitation, and adoption. Ms. Bassett sits on council for the Elder Law and Disability Rights Section of the Michigan State Bar Association and is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Bassett Law is a firm of five attorneys, a full-time care manager, two masters...
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Eric W. Phelps
Traverse City, MI Probate Attorney with 26 years of experience
(231) 421-6577
13919 SW Bayshore Dr.
Suite G02
Traverse City, MI 49684
Probate, Business, Divorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Jacob D. Lynch
Iron Mountain, MI Probate Lawyer
Probate, Estate Planning, Family and Tax
Michigan State University College of Law
Born: Iron Mountain, Michigan Raised: Norway, Michigan
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Robert James Engel
Petoskey, MI Probate Attorney with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Over 35 years of trial experience. Former prosecutor and public defender of criminal cases. Handle divorce, custody, child support, and paternity cases in the area of family law. Also, adoption, guardianship and conservatorship cases. Represent parents and/or children in juvenile court cases. Estates and estate planning.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial MediaResponsive Law
Ronald Thomas Bruce Jr
Monroe, MI Probate Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
University of Toledo College of Law
Bruce Law Firm is a firm located in downtown, Monroe acros from the county courthouse. We specialize in divorce, bankruptcy and estate planning. We offer free initial consultations.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Matthew P. Mundrick
Temperance, MI Probate Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Probate, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Matthew P. Mundrick is a licensed attorney in Ohio and Michigan, and he maintains general practice providing legal services to both Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. Specifically, Matt would love to assist you in matters related to: probate court (including guardianship, estate planning, wills, trusts, and special needs trusts), family law (including divorce, dissolution, custody, and child support), property law (including real estate sales/closing, easements, and landlord/tenant), and criminal law (specifically limited to misdemeanors, and moving violations or DWI/DUI). He primarily practices in Toledo, Ohio (including the surrounding suburbs), and Monroe, Michigan. His compassionate approach to the legal system...
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Victoria Hope Sloan
Dearborn Heights, MI Probate Attorney with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Estate Planning, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
New York University School of Law
PRACTICE AREAS
Estate planning:
Regardless of your age, having a plan in place to handle your assets and health care decision-making in the event of your disability is critical. Having a will or trust can make after-death management of assets seamless.
Probate:
Attorney Sloan is a premier probate & estate planning lawyer. If you are in need of a lawyer to help you through probate, call Attorney Sloan.
Wills and living wills:
Whatever your estate planning needs, failure to have an effective plan in place can result in many negative consequences, such as your assets not being distributed according to your wishes at...
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Marc Thomas
Bloomfield Hills, MI Probate Lawyer with 49 years of experience
(248) 646-5255
33 Bloomfield Hills Pkwy
Suite 220
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
Free ConsultationProbate, Business, Legal Malpractice and Tax
Wayne State University Law School and University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Marc has practiced in the areas of tax controversies and litigation, business litigation, and probate litigation for over 35 years. He knows what to do to release tax levies, release liens, and resolve audits, innocent spouse and fraud claims, and civil penalties. Likewise, he knows how to litigate business disputes and probate contests.
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Stuart Lee Sherman
Bloomfield Hills, MI Probate Attorney with 35 years of experience
(248) 631-4965
3707 West Maple Road
Suite 100B
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
Probate, Business, Estate Planning and Tax
New York University School of Law and Wayne State University Law School
When you come to The Law Offices of Stuart Lee Sherman, you can have confidence that your case can receive the help you need from an estate planning lawyer in Oakland County. Attorney Sherman has earned his highly-respected reputation, and he is ready to stand beside you and support you today. He attended Indiana University in Bloomington, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree. From there, he went on to earn his Juris Doctorate at Wayne State University, before continuing on in his education and receiving his LL.M. in Taxation from New York University School of Law. Attorney Sherman has a...
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Robert Joseph Stelmock
Canton, MI Probate Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
When consider Divorce Lawyers in Michigan make sure to choose a lawyer whose primary practice is divorce and family law and not one that dabbles in each. Robert J. Stelmock is a Divorce Lawyer that does not dabble in family law but whose practice is focused on Divorce and Family Law. Mr. Stelmock is the founder of Stelmock Law Firm, PC, also the managing attorney for the firm and is a certified mediator for divorce, custody and all family law matters. As a Divorce Lawyer, his primary practice is Family Law and Divorce. Since 1998 he...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Timothy Klisz
Novi, MI Probate Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, DUI & DWI, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Attorney Tim Klisz is a full service lawyer for over 20 years in metro Detroit. Assisting individuals and small businesses in the following areas: personal injury, car accidents, wrongful death, criminal law, probate and estate planning, real estate law and collections. Free phone consultation available for any area of law.
Claimed Lawyer Profile
K Alexander
Southfield, MI Probate Lawyer with 54 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Real Estate
Michigan State University College of Law
My law office understands that when people hire an attorney, they are often experiencing very stressful situations. These people need someone who cares about them. As your lawyer, I make sure you receive high-quality legal services, but also the support and resources you deserve. I take the time to listen to your concerns and utilize my considerable skills and experience on your behalf.
For forty years K. Alexander of Alexander & Associates, P.C., has been providing expert legal assistance in diverse practice areas of Criminal law, Home Mortgage Defense and Real Estate law.
Overview: What our legal practice offers
• Our legal team...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Marisa Kay McConnell
Grand Rapids, MI Probate Attorney
(734) 372-2937
333 Bridge Street Northwest
Suite 1700
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Probate, Business, Divorce and Family
Georgetown University Law Center
Marisa is an attorney at Varnum providing support across several practice areas. As a member of the Litigation Practice Team, she focuses her practice on commercial business disputes and general litigation matters, including contract disputes, business torts and construction or property-related issues. Marisa also supports the firm’s Privacy and Mobility Practice Team, working with children’s privacy issues and helping clients address regulatory and compliance challenges in the evolving mobility sector.
Within the Family Law Practice Team, Marisa has experience with cases involving divorce, custody disputes, minor guardianships, stepparent adoptions and parental rights termination. She is actively building a fertility law practice,...
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Michael L. Rutkowski
Ann Arbor, MI Probate Attorney
(866) 577-7296
315 E. Eisenhower Parkway, Suite 303b
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Free ConsultationProbate, Business, Elder and Estate Planning
Mike's passion is helping people. Whether it’s his career in estate planning, business coaching, or the gym he runs out of his garage, helping others gets him out of bed everyday (at 4:30am!). Mike’s legal career started in workers’ compensation insurance defense, where he would focus the majority of his practice until 2010, when many people in Mike’s life began having children. Out of this change, bore his love for estate planning, where he was able to use his skills as an attorney to help others plan for the future. From there, Mike’s passion expanded into Elder Law, where he...
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Karen M Ross
Waterford, MI Probate Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Probate, Divorce, Estate Planning and Real Estate
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
I manage the business of life. A life well lived is a business. When I represent a client, I look at their life as a whole and put together a comprehensive plan to assure that they are better off after my representation of them. This applies to their divorce settlements as well as their estate planning.