Find a estate planner in Detroit, MI

Find estate planners in Detroit, MI

Find estate planners in Detroit, MI

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Find estate planners in Detroit, MI

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Top 10 estate planners in Detroit, MI

Clients agree: these Detroit estate planners are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Targosz Walker Legal Group PLLC

Targosz Walker Legal Group PLLC

4.8(4)
Offers online services
4 hires on Thervo
15+ years in business
Serves Detroit, MI
Sheila I. says, "I love her attitude and compassion, we are just at the beginning of my case. " Read more
Stoll, Ltd.   A Legal Professional Organization

Stoll, Ltd. A Legal Professional Organization

New on Thervo
Offers online services
4 hires on Thervo
14+ years in business
Serves Detroit, MI
Focus practice areas include: insurance coverage and recovery disputes, bad faith, commercial transactions, commercial litigation, personal injury, franchise disputes, sports/entertainment representation, and collections. Our practice has extensive litigation, mediation and arbitration experience in individual and commercial disputes.
Gudeman & Associates, P.C.

Gudeman & Associates, P.C.

New on Thervo
1 hire on Thervo
51+ years in business
Serves Detroit, MI
Our law firm is composed of knowledgeable, experienced attorneys that aggressively pursue our clients'interests. Many times we have successfully pursued our clients' rights when other attorneys have declined to even be involved. Edward Gudeman has been praticing law for 47 years, since graduating at age 23 from the University of Michigan Law School. Our associates are some of the best in their fields. We offer no obligation initial consultations. If you do not retain us, there is no charge for the first meeting. So, if you have a legal issue, call us to make an appointment for your intial consultation. If we cannot help you, we will refer...
Smith Mihas PLLC

Smith Mihas PLLC

5.0(4)
Offers online services
1 hire on Thervo
11+ years in business
Serves Detroit, MI
Brett H. says, "Harry and Nicole represented my family in a criminal trial in which my brother and sister in law faced life in prison. On the surface, which is all the criminal system took into account, they looked guilty as charged. But Harry and Nicole cared, and you could see that through their work. Of course, any lawyer is paid to believe their client, but it was genuine. That belief, that message is what persuaded the jury and eventually the judge to look at the facts. It was a very grueling and emotional case, but they focused on the facts and undressed the lies and propaganda of the prosecution. Thank you, Harry and Nicole!" Read more
Keith M. Nathanson, PLLC

Keith M. Nathanson, PLLC

5.0(1)
Offers online services
1 hire on Thervo
21+ years in business
Serves Detroit, MI
Wesley D. says, "Keith is a fantastic lawyer. He gets the job done right and fast." Read more
Law Offices Of Marshall S.Tauber

Law Offices Of Marshall S.Tauber

New on Thervo
Offers online services
42+ years in business
Serves Detroit, MI
This law office has been serving individuals & small businesses throughout the Greater Metro Detroit Area for over 35 years. Services include: Representation in criminal matters including drunk driving defense, or other criminal matters of any nature, for both individuals as well as businesses in all Michigan Courts or administrative agencies. Representation in Probate Court for estates, guardianships, conservatorships, as well as juvenile delinquency defense and defense of allegations of neglect & abuse of another. Estate planning, wills, trusts, powers of attorney. I help people plan in advance to avoid problems that may arise later. See...
Law Office Of Charles L Basch II

Law Office Of Charles L Basch II

New on Thervo
Offers online services
20+ years in business
Serves Detroit, MI
For over 20 years I have been committed to offering boutique bankruptcy services to my clients, I handle each case personally; I have handled over 4,000 case in my career. Chapter 7's and 13's are the mainstay. It is a joy to help people in my community get their financial health back and keep it.
Little & Boylan, PLLC

Little & Boylan, PLLC

New on Thervo
Offers online services
1 hire on Thervo
4+ years in business
Serves Detroit, MI
I am a seasoned attorney with decades of experience in probate, divorce, and criminal law. I graduated from Notre Dame Law School, worked for other law firms as well as corporation counsel in the government sector before starting my private practice. Since 2020 I have been in practice with my partner in Rochester Hills. We are dedicated to success and guiding you through the legal process to achieve the best outcome for you.

Your Wills and Estate Planning questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Thervo.

How much do estate planners charge?

Estate planners charge $300 to $1,500 for a simple estate plan or $5,000 to $20,000 for a more complex estate plan. Estate planning attorneys charge either a flat fee for an estate planning package or an hourly rate of $100 to $300+ per hour. Estate planners in small towns and newly licensed lawyers needing experience may cost less.

What is estate planning, and what do estate planners do?

Estate planning is the process of creating a plan that appoints who or where you want your assets and possessions to go to after your death. Estate planners—also called estate planning attorneys or estate probate attorneys—are licensed attorneys who specialize in estate and trust law that work with you to create an end-of-life plan based on your specific situation and needs.

Estate planning may involve:

  • Creating a will
  • Setting up a limited or durable power of attorney (POA)
  • Creating a long-term healthcare plan
  • Setting up a trust to protect your assets and designate beneficiaries
  • Additional tax planning

Do I need an estate planner?

While you can create estate planning documents yourself, hiring an estate planner is often the best option to ensure the documents are filled out correctly and prevent any issues with transferring your assets to your designated beneficiaries after your pass on. Estate planners know the details of the laws and, in addition to ensuring that your estate plan documentation is valid, they can answer questions and give you professional financial and tax advice throughout the estate planning process.

What do I need to bring to an estate planning appointment?

The documents you should bring to your estate planning appointment will vary depending on your specific situation. In general, you'll want to bring all the documents needed to give the most complete picture of your current total assets. This may include some or all the following items:

  • Bank statements
  • Brokerage account and investment statements
  • Retirement account statements
  • Business owner or partnership documentation
  • Credit card statements
  • Mortgage or other loan documentation
  • Insurance policies
  • Real estate, auto, and watercraft titles or deeds
  • Trademark, patent, copyright, or intellectual property documentation
  • Birth certificates
  • Adoption certificates
  • Marriage certificates
  • Divorce decrees
  • Beneficiary or guardianship designations
  • Pre-nuptial or post-nuptial agreements

How do I choose the best estate planner near me?

Estate planning often involves sharing a lot of personal information, so it's important to hire an experienced professional that you trust and are comfortable talking with. When researching estate planners near you, be sure to:

  • Interview and compare fees from 3 to 5 estate planning attorneys who are licensed, bonded, and insured.
  • Review their profile and look for excellent reviews on Thervo and Google.
  • Look for an attorney in your state who specializes in estate and trust law.
  • Look for members of the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils or the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys.
  • Ask them about their experience with trusts and estates like yours.
  • Ask for a detailed explanation of their fees and fee structure.
  • Hire an estate planner who can work within your budget.

What questions should I ask when hiring an estate planner?

Asking the right questions can help you choose the best estate planner near you:

  • How long have you been an estate planner?
  • What education and certifications do you have?
  • Do you offer free consultations?
  • How long do you expect this process to take?
  • What is your preferred method of communication?
  • Do I contact you directly or do you have an assistant?
  • Do you charge an hourly rate or a flat fee?
  • How much do you charge for estate planning?
  • What is included in the fee, and what additional costs might come up during the process?

Reviews for Detroit estate planners

Recent success stories from people in the Detroit area.
Bill B.
Having had lost all faith in the judicial system and your typical lawyers, I handle most of my court cases related to myself and or business in Pro Per. When a legal matter presented itself that was far outside of my legal expertise I was fortunate to be introduced to Victoria Targosz. Words cannot express how impressed I am by Victoria‘s knowledge of law and its application. Throughout my time with Victoria she did a stellar job of communicating what to expect and how she was going to address it. At all times I knew she was fighting and devoted to my cause . ( Unlike some other attorneys ). It takes a lot to impress me and Victoria has continued to throughout our relationship
Targosz Walker Legal Group PLLC
Derek
My wife and I hired Harry in our tragic child custody case, and we found him to be professional, knowledgeable, and most of all eager to fight for us. We are very thankful for the work he did for us - our family is together in large part due to his diligence.
Smith Mihas PLLC
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