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Andrew W. Mayoras
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Andrew W. Mayoras
Troy, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
(248) 641-7070 1301 W Long Lake Rd
Ste. 340
Troy, MI 48098
Free ConsultationElder, Business, Personal Injury and Real Estate
University of Michigan Law School
Located in Troy, Michigan (near Detroit), I am a litigation attorney with an emphasis on probate litigation (will and trust contests, guardianships, beneficiary rights, estate administration, undue influence, fraud, elder abuse and related litigation), as well as commercial litigation, business planning, real estate, and personal injury. I am co-author of Trial & Heirs: Famous Fortune Fights!
Mr. John O. Knappmann
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Mr. John O. Knappmann
Taylor, MI Elder Law Attorney with 34 years of experience
(734) 931-0440 20600 Eureka
Suite 720
Taylor, MI 48183
Elder, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Estate Planning
University of Michigan Law School
Former Assistant Prosecutor. I am also a landlord. UM Law graduate.
David W Brown
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David W Brown
Flint Township, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
(810) 733-2110 Flint Township, MI 48532
Free ConsultationElder, Bankruptcy, Business and Criminal Defense
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Law Degree, MBA with honors degree in Management & Accounting & a BS degree in Accounting & Management. Also has college teaching experience in business law, management and accounting.

David is known to be very personable & good listener in working with clients and fulfilling their needs, has exceptional memory/retention/recall skills, outstanding judge/court/apposing council presentation and response skills & presents cases forcefully.

20+ years and 8,000+ cases for individuals & business with many cases before a jury and/or a judge. Strives to reduce & simply your legal issues, reduce stress and protect your rights. We serve...
Amanda Elizabeth Fisher
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Amanda Elizabeth Fisher
Ann Arbor, MI Elder Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
(877) 772-0123 455 E Eisenhower Pkwy Ste 240
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Elder, Estate Planning and Tax
Michigan State University
William A Lamb
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William A Lamb
CHELSEA, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
(734) 475-2100 300 N MAIN ST STE 1
CHELSEA, MI 48118-1508
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
University of Minnesota Law School
William A. Lamb is an estate planning and elder law attorney in Chelsea, Michigan. Bill and his wife Amy live in Chelsea with their three daughters.
David D. Sprague
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David D. Sprague
Clinton Township, MI Elder Law Attorney
(586) 790-9600 35758 Harper Avenue
Clinton Township, MI 48035
Elder, Estate Planning, Nursing Home and Probate
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...
Don L Rosenberg
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Don L Rosenberg
Troy, MI Elder Law Attorney with 44 years of experience
(248) 641-7070 1301 W Long Lake Rd
Ste 340
Troy, MI 48098
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
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...
Benjamin A Schock
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Benjamin A Schock
Shelby Township, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
(586) 239-0871 45952 Schoenherr Road
Shelby Township, MI 48315
Free ConsultationElder, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning and Probate
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.
Nicholas Leydorf
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Nicholas Leydorf
Lansing, MI Elder Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
(517) 388-6800 909 N Washington Ave
Lansing, MI 48906
Free ConsultationElder, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
Nicholas Leydorf is a graduate of Michigan State University and The Catholic University of America: Columbus School of Law. Nicholas has extensive experience in all types of criminal defense cases, including high profile criminal cases. He enjoys spending time with his family and has previously served the East Lansing Rotary Club as a board member.
Raymond Harris
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Raymond Harris
East Lansing, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
(517) 853-6900 271 Woodland Pass
Ste 115
East Lansing, MI 48823
Elder, Estate Planning and Social Security Disability
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Raymond A. Harris is a shareholder with Buhl, Little, Lynwood & Harris, PLC in East Lansing, Michigan. He practices in the areas of estate planning, elder law, probate and trust administration and litigation, guardianships and conservatorships, special needs planning, and Medicaid planning. Raymond is licensed to practice in both Michigan and Florida. He is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) and serves on the board of directors for the Michigan NAELA chapter. Raymond is a frequent speaker and author on topics relating to Medicaid planning, special needs planning, elder law, probate,...
Brandon S. Dornbusch
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Brandon S. Dornbusch
Traverse City, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 11 years of experience
(231) 714-9392 107 Cass Street
Suite H
Traverse City, MI 49686
Free ConsultationElder, Business, 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...
Jacob D. Lynch
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Jacob D. Lynch
Iron Mountain, MI Elder Law Lawyer
(906) 774-3808 307 East "C" Street
PO Box 638
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
Elder, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Michigan State University College of Law
Born: Iron Mountain, Michigan Raised: Norway, Michigan
David Mammel
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David Mammel
Bloomfield Hills, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
(248) 644-6326 40950 Woodward Ave.
Suite 120
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
Free ConsultationElder, Business and Estate Planning
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
David has practiced law for 15 years and specializes in estate planning, wills, trusts, probate and defense of medical malpractice and civil rights lawsuits. He is a shareholder of Chapman Law Group and is licensed in both Michigan and Indiana. David is a Special Fiduciary at the Oakland County Probate Court. He is dedicated to educating the public on issues in estate planning including providing assets and care to loved ones, limiting taxes, and establishing healthcare protocols. David strives to serve each individual clients estate planning needs, tailoring each plan to address wealth preservation and family financial security. David holds a Certificate...
Michael L. Rutkowski
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Michael L. Rutkowski
Ann Arbor, MI Elder Law Attorney
(866) 577-7296 315 E. Eisenhower Parkway, Suite 303b
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Free ConsultationElder, Business, Estate Planning and Probate
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...
John A. McDermott
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John A. McDermott
Chelsea, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
(734) 433-9490 1171 S Main St
#6
Chelsea, MI 48118
Elder, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Brooklyn Law School
Rebecca Arnold
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Rebecca Arnold
Jackson, MI Elder Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
(517) 787-4100 145 S. Jackson Street
PO Box 787
Jackson, MI 49201
Elder, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Ms. Arnold graduated with her Juris Doctor in 2008 from Thomas M. Cooley Law School and holds a Bachelor of Science in Urban Planning from Michigan State University. Prior to starting her own practice Ms. Arnold was an Associate Attorney at a boutique elder law firm, and also worked for several years in legal aid. In her current practice Ms. Arnold focuses in the areas of elder law, probate, and estate planning. She also regular presents and speaks on these issues.
Frank N. Soave
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Frank N. Soave
Grosse Pointe Park, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 36 years of experience
(313) 626-0070 15001 East Jefferson Ave.
Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
Elder, Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Boston University School of Law
My training taught me to be a detail oriented, analytical thinker, problem solver and effective communicator. My experience in diverse settings fostered that skill set. I have marketed my practice and businesses, mentored teams with high retention rates, and served businesses and consumers with a focus on empathy and integrity. I have substantive knowledge in the following areas of expertise: Estate planning, probate, employment, healthcare, real estate, banking, corporate, transactional, environmental and contractual law. My strengths include: - Mentoring, coaching and encouraging - Effectively communicating, both verbally and in writing - Accepting Responsibility and Accountability - Managing projects...
Brandi Coleman
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Brandi Coleman
East Lansing, MI Elder Law Lawyer
(734) 819-1267 1760 Abbey Rd, Suite 207
East Lansing, MI 48823
Elder, Estate Planning 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.
Darrell Zolton
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Darrell Zolton
Saginaw, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
(989) 792-1111 6420 Normandy Dr
Saginaw, MI 48638
Elder, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Amir E. Abu-Aita
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Amir E. Abu-Aita
Flint, MI Elder Law Lawyer
(810) 238-1700 5151 Gateway Centre
Suite 100
Flint, MI 48507
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Amir practices Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, VA Planning, Probate, Estate Planning, and Business Transactions. He has an extensive background of helping the elderly through his family-owned Licensed Assisted Living Homes. At Serenity Assisted Living, Amir assisted the elderly in their medical needs. Now, he hopes to help even more elderly in their legal and planning needs.
Russell B. Baugh
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Russell B. Baugh
Boyne City, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 46 years of experience
(231) 582-1030 120 Water Street
Boyne City, MI 49712
Elder, Business, Estate Planning 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.
Joni Bibler
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Joni Bibler
Jackson, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(517) 392-8203 113 W. Michigan #474
Jackson, MI 49204
Elder, Arbitration & Mediation, Bankruptcy and Estate Planning
Andrew D. Richards
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Andrew D. Richards
Saginaw, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 39 years of experience
(989) 792-9641 200 St. Andrews Road
Saginaw, MI 48638
Elder, Business, Estate Planning and Probate
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.
Daniel Boroja
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Daniel Boroja
Shelby Twp., MI Elder Law Lawyer
(586) 991-7611 49139 Schoenherr Rd.
Shelby Twp., MI 48315
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
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,...
Kim Winokur
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Kim Winokur
Marquette, MI Elder Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
(906) 629-1510 375 N McClellan Ave Ste A
Marquette, MI 49855
Elder, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Attorney with 25+ years experience focusing in areas of probate, estate planning, elder law, guardianship and conservatorship matters, special needs and disability planning, government benefits, Medicaid planning, and other general matters. Certified Elder Law Mediator and accredited attorney with the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Sharon Burgess
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Sharon Burgess
Frankenmuth, MI Elder Law Attorney with 23 years of experience
(989) 262-9130 512 N. Franklin Street, Suite A
Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Elder, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
I reside in Frankenmuth, Michigan, and practice in my Frankenmuth office. I specialize in Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate and Estate Administration, Business Organizations, Real Estate Law, and I am VA certified. I am a frequent speaker and seminar presenter on estate planning and elder law. My practice in the field of elder law covers Medicaid qualification, estate planning, Guardianship, Conservatorships, and Veterans benefits. I am a member of the Frankenmuth Morning Rotary. I am an active member and have served on the Board of Directors for the Northeastern Michigan Estate Planning Council and the Covenant Health Care Foundation....
Bradley Vauter
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Bradley Vauter
Grand Ledge, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 40 years of experience
(517) 853-8015 912 Charlevoix Dr.
Ste. 120
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Elder, Arbitration & Mediation, Estate Planning and Probate
Matthew Abraham
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Matthew Abraham
Fenton, MI Elder Law Attorney with 30 years of experience
(810) 750-0440 503 North Leroy Street
Fenton, MI 48430
Free ConsultationElder, Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Michigan State University
Matthew Abraham is an entrepreneurial business attorney practicing in Michigan, United States. He has been practicing since 1993 developing a law practice geared toward serving the new business owner and entrepreneur. Matt has counseled on a broad spectrum of imperatives from complex mergers and acquisitions of service, manufacturing and other companies to routine commerce and transactional law matters and business related contracts. He has advised numerous private companies, established businesses and start-ups, developers and users of technology, and both old and new economy businesses. Abraham|Law provides business law services to clients in a broad range of...
Rebecca Stewart
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Rebecca Stewart
East Lansing, MI Elder Law Lawyer
(517) 305-2811 1760 Abbey Rd
Suite 207
East Lansing, MI 48823
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning 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...
Erin R. Solaiman
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Erin R. Solaiman
Shelby Township, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
(586) 239-0871 45952 Schoenherr Road
Shelby Township, MI 48315
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
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...
John Joseph Rizzo III
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John Joseph Rizzo III
Traverse City, MI Elder Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
(231) 437-7779 4371 Deerfield Lane
Traverse City, MI 49684
Elder, Estate Planning, Military and Social Security Disability
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and Emory University School of Law
William C. Babut
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William C. Babut
Jackson, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 36 years of experience
(800) 209-1717 761 W. Michigan Ave.
Jackson, MI 49201
Free ConsultationElder, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Social Security Disability
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Mark L Small
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Mark L Small
Birmingham, MI Elder Law Attorney with 47 years of experience
656 W. Frank St.
Birmingham, MI 48009
Free ConsultationElder, Arbitration & Mediation and Business
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Mr. Small is a transactional attorney specializing in strengthening business relationships through strategic counseling, legal risk analysis and contract management. He also serves as a FINRA Arbitrator assisting in the resolution of claims in the investment and financial industry.

He is experienced with Corporate Governance, as well as state and federal casework relating to Commercial Litigation. Mark has served as General Counsel for privately held corporation and LLC's., and as a Special Assistant Attorney General (SAAG) for the State Attorney General's Office. He previously served as a Pre-Hearing Attorney for the Michigan Court of Appeals.
Sanford J. Melder
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Sanford J. Melder
Royal Oak, MI Elder Law Attorney
(248) 541-3400 2304 E 11 Mile Rd
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Elder, Bankruptcy, Business and Estate Planning
Sanford J. Melder has helped thousands of people as an attorney. He was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 1974. He graduated from Wayne State University with a Jurist Doctor in 1973, and Wayne State University with a Bachelor of Science in 1968. Sanford J. Melder has practiced law for over 30 years, representing clients in legal matters including Family Law, Divorce, Adoption, Real Estate, Debt Collection/Debt Collection Defense, Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning, Asset Protection, Criminal Defense, Traffic Matters, Drunk Driving, Business Law and Personal Injury. Areas of Practice: Family Law Divorce Adoption Real Estate Debt Collection/Debt Collection Defense Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning Asset...
Danielle B. Mayoras
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Danielle B. Mayoras
Troy, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
(248) 641-7070 1301 W Long Lake Rd
Suite 340
Troy, MI 48098
Free ConsultationElder and Estate Planning
University of Michigan Law School
Danielle B. Mayoras is a shareholder at Barron, Rosenberg, Mayoras & Mayoras. She is an estate, elder law and special needs attorney who is passionate about helping individuals and families plan for their future generations to come. She applies her considerable knowledge and experience (almost three decades) to help clients and their families. Danielle and her husband are co-authors of the best-selling book, Trial & Heirs: Famous Fortune Fights! and are co-hosts of the TV show Fortune Fights airing on the REELZ Channel as well as Trial & Heirs: Protect Your Family Fortune! airing on PBS affiliates. She is also a...
Catherine Hodge Jacobs
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Catherine Hodge Jacobs
Ada, MI Elder Law Attorney
(616) 682-5574 597 Ada Dr. Ste. D
PO Box 597
Ada, MI 49301
Free ConsultationElder and Estate Planning
Susan Elizabeth Zale
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Susan Elizabeth Zale
Chelsea, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
(734) 475-5777 134 W. Middle Street, Suite D
Middle Square Professional Building
Chelsea, MI 48118
Elder, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Michigan State University College of Law
Robert Mannor
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Robert Mannor
Grand Blanc, MI Elder Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
(810) 694-9000 8228 S. Saginaw
Suite A
Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Patrick Dougherty
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Patrick Dougherty
Manistee, MI Elder Law Lawyer
(231) 723-9490 50 Filer St
Suite 224
Manistee, MI 49660
Elder, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Patrick Dougherty has been helping individuals and their families through legal challenges and the complexities of the legal system for over 24 years. Patrick is licensed to practice all issues of law in the State of Michigan. He is authorized to practice law in all State Courts in Michigan, including all State Circuit Courts; all State District Courts; the Federal Eastern District and Western District Courts; the Bankruptcy Court for the Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan; the Michigan Court of Appeals; and the Michigan Supreme Court. Patrick Dougherty is also authorized to practice law in the 6th Circuit Court...
Christopher P Atallah
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Christopher P Atallah
Rochester, MI Elder Law Attorney
(248) 613-0007 543 N Main St, Ste 222
Rochester, MI 48307
Elder, Business, Estate Planning and Probate

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