Edward M. Nahhat

Edward M. Nahhat

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024
Awarded Practice Areas
Appellate Practice Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Awarded Practice Areas
Appellate Practice Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Edward M. Nahhat
Edward M. Nahhat
Troy, MI
Works at
Kemp Klein

21 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

Edward M. Nahhat is a Troy, Michigan attorney with more than 30 years of legal experience representing individuals, families, and businesses in complex disputes and advisory matters. At Kemp Klein, he focuses on litigation and appellate matters involving trusts and estates, while also drawing on a broad background that includes criminal law, personal injury, real estate matters, and entertainment-related issues. His practice emphasizes careful preparation, practical problem solving, and clear communication with clients throughout the legal process.

Mr. Nahhat’s recognized practice areas include Appellate Practice, Entertainment Law – Motion Pictures and Television, and Litigation – Trusts and Estates. He regularly assists clients with disputes involving estate and probate matters and represents parties in appellate proceedings where careful legal analysis and persuasive written advocacy are essential. His work in entertainment law reflects his long-standing involvement with the arts community, including matters related to film, television, and performing arts projects.

In addition to his legal work, Mr. Nahhat is active in the local community. He has supported and advocated for performing artists through involvement with the Shakespeare Royal Oak outdoor summer festival and has contributed his time coaching at Royal Oak High School. Through both his legal practice and community activities, he maintains strong ties to the Troy and greater Oakland County area.

Works at
Kemp Klein

21 Best Lawyers awards

Kemp Klein logo

Locations

Education

  • Wayne State University, J.D., graduated 1990
  • Wayne State University, B.F.A., graduated 1983

Bar Admissions

  • Michigan, State Bar of Michigan, 1991

Court Admissions

  • U.S. District Court

Affiliations

  • Screen Actors Guild - Member
  • Wayne County Probate Bar Association - Member
  • Macomb County Bar Association - Member
  • Oakland County Bar Association (Distinguished Service Commendation in 2012, from the Oakland County Prosecutor) - Recipient
  • State Bar of Michigan (Section of Arts, Entertainment, Communications and Sports, 1997-1998) - Chairman
  • Screen Actors Guild - Member

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Appellate Practice
  • Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
  • Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Awards:
  • DBusiness Magazine: Top Lawyer in Appellate Law

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