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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.
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Kent Bieberich
Battle Creek, MI Probate Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Probate, Business, Estate Planning and Social Security Disability
College of William and Mary
The best part of being a lawyer is helping others with their legal issues. I don’t pay for TV advertisements or premium on-line placements. Instead, I do the best I can at a fair price for my valuable clients who in turn pay me the ultimate compliment by referring me to others who may need legal services. Here are a few things I ask you to consider.
- I deal directly with my clients. I do not pass you on to a junior associate; I do the actual work, which I continue to find interesting and rewarding.
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Brett Howell
Grand Blanc, MI Probate Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Probate, Elder and Estate Planning
Brett is a Certified Elder Law Attorney and has been helping his clients for over 20 years. He is the owner of The Elder and Estate Planning Law Firm, P.L.L.C. located at 8285 S. Saginaw Street in Grand Blanc. As the firm name suggests, his practice is dedicated exclusively to assisting clients with their estate planning and elder law needs, such as Medicaid planning, trusts, wills, Veterans Benefits planning, guardianship, conservatorships and probate estate or trust administration.
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Gary E Tibble
Kalamazoo, MI Probate Lawyer with 34 years of experience
Probate, Estate Planning 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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Christopher Kroll
Okemos, MI Probate Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
My practice is focused on family law and estate planning. I assist clients with various matters such as divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, prenuptial agreements, civil litigation, preparing trusts, and wills. I have worked on hundreds of family law cases with excellent results for my clients.
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Jeffrey J. Michalowski
Sterling Heights, MI Probate Attorney with 24 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...
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Patrick Jerome Derkacz
Sterling Heights, MI Probate Lawyer with 31 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...
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Julie Gafkay
Frankenmuth, MI Probate Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Probate, Civil Rights, Employment and Estate Planning
Julie A. Gafkay graduated from Michigan State University in 1992 with a dual major in criminal justice and political theory. She graduated from Whittier Law School in 1995 with honors. Her first position was in Flint, Michigan focusing on civil rights and employment discrimination. In 2003, Attorney Gafkay opened her own statewide practice in Frankenmuth, Michigan. The practice's attorneys provide a general practice to the local area providing legal services in Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Elder Law, Business Planning, contract review, landlord/tenant issues, real estate, employment issues and other general practice areas. Attorney Gafkay has...
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Matthew Tavi
Birmingham, MI Probate Lawyer
Free ConsultationProbate, Elder and Estate Planning
Wayne State University Law School
Matthew J. Tavi is the Principal Attorney of Tavi Law PLC, a leading Michigan law firm proudly serving a select clientele both locally and nationally from its' principal office located in Birmingham, Michigan.
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Matthew Piwowar
Grandville, MI Probate Attorney with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Business and Estate Planning
University of Michigan Law School
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Matthew V. Piwowar is the founder of Legacy Architects PLLC. His practice focuses on Estate Planning, Trusts and Wills, Special Needs Children, Business Succession, Long-Term Care, and Probate. He has over 30 years of experience advising on estate planning, business law, mergers & acquisitions, finance, and international law. Mr. Piwowar was born in Marquette, MI and grew up in West Michigan. He provides services to his clients statewide, from Grandville and Grand Rapids, south to Three Rivers and Kalamazoo, north to Boyne City and St. Ignace.
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Michael Bartnik
Bloomfield Hills, MI Probate Lawyer with 42 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
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Reese Serra
Rochester, MI Probate Lawyer with 13 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...
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Mr. Howard J Weyers Jr
Lansing, MI Probate Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Elder and Estate Planning
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Howard "Jack" Weyers, Jr. is a well-loved attorney practicing in the greater Lansing area. Jack spent the first portion of his career helping his father, Howard Weyers, Sr. to build WEYCO Inc. in Okemos, MI where they specialized in administering employee benefits to businesses across the state. Growing up, Jack had always thought about attending law school, and after his father sold WEYCO Inc., he decided to finish his Bachelors Degree at Spring Arbor University and pursue his J.D. at Cooley Law School shortly after. He graduated Magna Cum Laude in January of 2015. Days before taking the Bar Exam,...
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Mark L. Gantz
Dearborn Heights, MI Probate Lawyer with 52 years of experience
Probate and Divorce
Wayne State University Law School
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John Deku
Lambertville, MI Probate Lawyer with 31 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.
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Jane A Bassett
Ann Arbor, MI Probate Attorney with 29 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...
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Benjamin J Herbert
Kalamazoo, MI Probate Attorney
Free ConsultationProbate, Elder and Estate Planning
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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Brandon S. Dornbusch
Traverse City, MI Probate Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Elder, Estate Planning 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...
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Kenneth Gold
Plymouth, MI Probate Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate and Estate Planning
Wayne State University
Ken Gold is an experienced and dedicated estate planning and probate attorney. He has the knowledge and skills to help you with every element of estate planning along with your real estate and business needs.
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Kelly Lambert
GRAND RAPIDS, MI Probate Attorney with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Estate Planning
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
KELLY G. LAMBERT was born in Omaha, Nebraska and graduated from Ottawa Hills High School in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1981. In 1985, he received his Bachelor of Arts in international relations from Michigan State University where he was a National Merit Scholar. In December 1988, he received his law degree from University of Michigan Law School, where he was the recipient of the Wolverine State Bar Association Scholarship. In 1989 he was licensed to practice law in New York. In 1990 he was admitted to practice law in Michigan. He was admitted to practice...
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Lesley Hoenig
Mount Pleasant, MI Probate Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Foreclosure Defense
Northern Illinois University College of Law
I am an attorney licensed to practice in Michigan, Illinois and Minnesota. I primarily practice in bankruptcy, foreclosure, real estate, estate planning and probate.
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Kathryn Wayne-Spindler
Milford, MI Probate Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Probate, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Oklahoma City University School of Law
Michigan Attorney Kathryn Wayne-Spindler has built a full-service law firm that is pleased to be successfully helping clients with all their divorce, family law, adoption, child custody, change of domicile, estate planning, minor criminal defense and probate needs. She is an experienced and aggressive fighter in the courtroom. She is also known for being a compassionate counselor to her clients. She understands that her clients' cases are not just legal battles to be won, but life-changing events that can potentially be emotionally traumatic. She listens and advises with her client's best interests in mind. Years ago, Wayne-Spindler realized that...
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Darrell Zolton
Saginaw, MI Probate Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Probate, Elder, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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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,...
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Timothy Klisz
Novi, MI Probate Lawyer with 27 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.
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K Alexander
Southfield, MI Probate Lawyer with 53 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.
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Bailor B. Bell
Traverse City, MI Probate Lawyer with 9 years of experience
(231) 933-0180
201 East Seventeenth St.
Suite A
Traverse City, MI 49684
Probate and Personal Injury
Wayne State University Law School
Bailor B. Bell represents clients in serious personal injury cases – including survivors of sexual abuse, assault, and harassment – and wrongful death matters, as well as probate litigation and administration.
Before joining the firm, 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, U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, and circuit and probate courts throughout Michigan.
Mr. Bell previously served on the Executive Board for the Detroit Free Legal Aid Clinic and continues...
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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...
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Sean Patrick Murphy
Farmington Hills, MI Probate Lawyer with 9 years of experience
(248) 686-3861
34705 W. Twelve Mile Road
Suite 160
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Free ConsultationProbate, Business, Construction and Estate Planning
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Sean is currently the founder of the Murphy Law Firm PLC. He is licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.
Sean was named a Super Lawyers' Rising Star every year since 2019, and he was named a DBusiness Top Lawyer in 2019 and 2022.
Sean graduated from Western Michigan University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics and Business Administration. After Western Michigan, Sean went on to graduate from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, graduating summa cum laude and first in his class....
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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...
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Victoria Hope Sloan
Dearborn Heights, MI Probate Attorney with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Estate Planning, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
New York University School of Law
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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...
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Kimberly Savage
Haslett, MI Probate Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Michigan State University
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Eric W. Phelps
Traverse City, MI Probate Attorney with 25 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
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Stuart Lee Sherman
Bloomfield Hills, MI Probate Attorney with 34 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...
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Beth A. Striegle
Grand Rapids, MI Probate Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationProbate, Estate Planning, Family and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Beth A. Striegle grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan. After graduating from West Catholic High School, she attended Ferris State University where she obtained an Associate’s Degree in Commercial Art. Prior to attending law school, she obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Calvin College where she graduated with honors. While attending Thomas Cooley Law School she raised two young boys. Beth completed her law school internship at the Sixty-Plus Elder Law Clinic. She considers the experience she gained while working for the clinic to be very valuable because it gave her a better understanding of the various issues...
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John J. Keenan
Redford, MI Probate Lawyer with 41 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...
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Matthew P. Mundrick
Temperance, MI Probate Lawyer with 9 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...
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Jenny L. DeGraves
Holland, MI Probate Attorney with 15 years of experience
Probate, Estate Planning, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
Michigan State University
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Andrew D. Richards
Saginaw, MI Probate Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Probate, Business, Elder and Estate Planning
The Catholic University of America
I am an Estate Planning and Business Succession Planning Attorney, with the Saginaw - based law firm of Smith Bovill, P.C. I have been a Partner in the firm since 1991. I enjoy working with families and their estate planning and family businesses to help them with succession planning. We work with clients, most often on a flat fee basis, with a no-fee, no-obligation initial consultation.
Clients meet with me personally on a one-to-one basis in all cases. Our staff is courteous, professional, knowledgeable and friendly.
My philosophy is to build long-term relationships with clients.
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Barbara Andruccioli
Troy, MI Probate Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Probate, Arbitration & Mediation and Estate Planning
University of Detroit Mercy
Barbara Andruccioli assists and manages assets for physically or mentally incapacitated individuals, special needs children, those in need of financial protection, and families who are sorting through the estate of a deceased relative. Ms. Andruccioli uses her 21+ years of experience in the legal field to simplify matters for her clients and maximize their quality of life.
Ms. Andruccioli is appointed in Wayne and Oakland Counties to serve primarily in three types of cases: (1) guardian and/or conservator for mentally disabled persons; (2) personal representative of deceased estates; and (3) conservator of minor estates.
Ms. Andruccioli completed the State of Michigan court...