Best Lawyers in Michigan, United States for Trusts and Estates

Mr. Henry devotes much of his practice to estate planning and probate administration and litigation. He believes in the importance of custom-tailoring an estate plan that is designed to meet each client’s needs to avoid unnecessary stress and hassle later and to make sure the client’s wishes are carried out as far as how the estate should be distributed. When working on probate litigation and administration, Mr. Henry’s goal is to make sure his clients have a full understand...

Hilary Moir is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Hilary, who practices law in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Hilary is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kathleen A. Cieslik is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Kathleen A., who practices law in Birmingham, Michigan, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kathleen A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Margaret Lindauer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Elder Law, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Margaret, who practices law in Troy, Michigan, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Margaret is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Tyler Knurek is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Tyler, who practices law in Troy, Michigan, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Tyler is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Christopher Rambus is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Christopher, who practices law in Detroit, Michigan, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christopher is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Nicole H. MacWilliams is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Nicole H., who practices law in Southfield, Michigan, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicole H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

William E. Haines, II graduated with a juris doctorate degree from Michigan State University College of Law. He specializes in Estate and Trust Administration, Medicaid asset protection planning, and probate litigation. He is currently a member of the Probate and Estate Planning and Elder Law and Disability Rights sections of the Michigan bar association. William treats each legal question with compassion and focus as he determines the most efficient and direct solution. William works to resp...

Rebecca is a member of the Estate Planning Practice Team where she helps clients to identify their estate planning goals and create customized plans to meet their needs. Rebecca's practice includes all aspects of estate planning and administration, including preparing all estate plans from simple to sophisticated, tax planning, charitable gift planning, special needs planning, cottage planning, prenuptial agreements, and trust and estate administration services. Rebecca is active in the estat...

Angela Caulley is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Angela, who practices law in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Angela is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Bridget Saxton is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Bridget, who practices law in Traverse City, Michigan, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bridget is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Attorney J.D. Praasterink joined Kuhn Rogers as a partner in April of 2019. Prior to becoming a member of the firm, J.D. headed a thriving general law practice in Saint Ignace. J.D.’s practice with Kuhn Rogers is concentrated in the areas of business, real estate, probate, estate planning, family law, and general civil litigation. J.D. enjoys serving the needs of the Traverse City community and appreciates the opportunity to spend time getting to know his clients and their needs while a...

Trevor Mason is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Trusts and Estates. Trevor, who practices law in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Trevor is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Casey W. Callahan is an associate practicing in the areas of estate planning, business and corporate planning, and post-death administration. Casey assists businesses, families, and individuals in achieving the best possible legal outcomes by counseling his clients and giving a voice to his clients’ concerns. He is particularly experienced in working with clients to establish and implement estate plans tailored to their goals. Casey graduated from University of Georgia Law School in 201...

Janelle G. Haggadone is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Janelle G., who practices law in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Janelle G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Katherine Szymanski is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Katherine, who practices law in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Katherine is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.