Free Consultation: (231) 947-6800Tap to Call This Lawyer
Michael J. Swogger

Michael J. Swogger

Swogger, Bruce & Millar Law Firm
  • Estate Planning, Insurance Defense, Probate
  • Michigan
Badges
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Biography

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...

Practice Areas
    Estate Planning
    Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
    Insurance Defense
    Probate
    Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Michigan
Placeholder image for jurisdictions.
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Partner and Founding Member
Swogger, Bruce & Millar Law Firm
- Current
Partner
Garan Lucow Miller Law Firm
-
Partner
Associate attorney, then Partner
Read & Sharp Law Firm
-
Associate Attorney
Harvey, Kruse, Weston and Milan Law Firm
-
Education
Michigan State University
J.D. (1989) | Law
-
Honors: Cum Laude
Activities: Moot Court and Law Review
Michigan State University Logo
Western Michigan University
B.A. (1986) | Economics and Political Science
-
Honors: Cum Laude
Activities: Honors College
Western Michigan University Logo
Professional Associations
State Bar of Michigan  # P42905
Member
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
Michigan Bar Association  # P42905
Member
- Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
Certifications
The Probate and Estate Planning Certificate of Completion
Michigan Bar Association
Websites & Blogs
Website
Contact & Map
10691 East Carter Road, Suite 103
10691 East Carter Road, Suite 103
Traverse City, MI 49684
Telephone: (231) 947-6800