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About Lea Caruso

Lea is an incredible resource for our firm’s team internally as well as for the families and communities we serve. Lea’s role is to act as a liaison between Rutkowski Law Firm’s internal processes and our community efforts and partners. Her close relationships in the senior services and care facility communities in Michigan help us break down barriers to better serve our client families and their loved ones. Lea was a Recreational Therapist in various senior living communities for the past 5 years. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Recreational Therapy degree from Grand Valley State University, and she is a Certified Dementia Practitioner as well. Lea worked her way up in the senior living industry and spent two years as a Director of Sales & Marketing assisting families with moving their loved one into a senior living community.

Estate planning involves making critical decisions about the future, which can often be emotionally taxing. Lea’s role is to provide a supportive and compassionate environment where clients can relax, destress, and focus on their own well-being while addressing their legal concerns.

Lea grew up in Rochester and now calls it home with her husband & dog, Stella. She enjoys spending her free time baking, reading books, playing pickle ball & going to Pilates. Lea comes from a big Greek family whom she loves spending time with, especially at their cottage in Charlevoix, MI.

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  •  I first met Mike Rutkowski when my mom needed to update her estate plan, Will and establish a “Living Trust”. In the year that followed, Mike provided us with continuous support through challenges in Probate Court by mom’s family and subsequent revisions to mom’s estate plan and Will. Since mom’s passing, Mike has continued to give me great support as the Trustee of her estate. Recently, I chose Mike’s firm to set up my own Will and Trust. Rutkowski Law Firm and its staff have been a constant support to me at every step of the process. I would recommend Rutkowski Law Firm to any and every one for issues related to Wills, Trusts, Probate, etc. Definitely a reputable firm to trust with your life planning. I give my highest recommendation to this firm for their honesty, integrity and reliability.

    C. Wade – Waterford, Michigan

    Honesty, Integrity, & Reliability

  •  After procrastinating for many years I finally decided to get my will and trust done. I expected it to be a lengthy and cumbersome process but I was pleasantly surprised! I chose Rutkowski Law Firm because I saw an ad in the local paper and they were convenient to where I lived. What I got was “white glove” treatment, a very professional and friendly staff, and most importantly, immediate response to all my questions and concerns. I worked with Michael Rutkowski and Trisha Harris—a great team! Without hesitation I would recommend them to anyone looking to get their “affairs in order”.

    S. Reno – Birmingham, Michigan

    White Glove Treatment at Rutkowski Law Firm

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