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Planning for the future isn’t just paperwork — it’s protecting the people you love.

At Rutkowski Law Firm, our experienced estate planning attorneys in Michigan help families create clear, caring plans that bring peace of mind today and security for tomorrow.

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Why Work With a Trusted Estate Planning Lawyer?

Choosing the right estate planning lawyer means finding someone who understands your family's needs — not just legal documents. We guide you through every step, so your wishes are honored and your loved ones are cared for.

From wills and trusts to powers of attorney, our Michigan estate planning attorneys help you make decisions today that protect your family for tomorrow.

Asset Protection

We help protect the assets you’ve worked hard for, so you can support your loved ones and keep your legacy safe from future risks.

Lady Bird Deed

A Lady Bird Deed lets you keep control of your property during your life and pass it on to loved ones without going through probate.

Durable Power of Attorney (POA)

A Durable Power of Attorney lets someone you trust manage your finances if you can’t, making sure bills are paid and needs are met.

Healthcare Power of Attorney

A Healthcare Power of Attorney lets someone you trust make medical decisions for you if you’re unable to speak for yourself.

Last Will and Testament

A will lets you decide who inherits what, who cares for your kids, and who handles things after you’re gone.

Living Will

A living will shares your wishes for medical care if you can’t make decisions for yourself, easing the burden on your family.

Irrevocable Trusts

An irrevocable trust can help protect the things you’ve worked hard for — like your home, savings, and keepsakes — so you can leave more to the people you love.

Revocable Living Trust

A revocable trust makes it easy for your loved ones to receive your home, savings, and belongings without the delays and costs of going to court.

Special Needs Trust

Set up a plan to care for a loved one with special needs without putting their benefits at risk.

Probate Avoidance

Avoid the time, stress, and cost of probate by using smart tools like trusts and beneficiary forms.

Beneficiary Designations

Make sure things like retirement accounts and life insurance go directly to your chosen loved ones — without court delays.

Guardianship Designations

Name the people you trust to care for your children if something happens to you, so you stay in control of their future.

Letter of Intent

Leave personal notes and instructions for your family to make your wishes even clearer beyond your legal documents.

HIPAA Authorization

Give trusted family or friends access to your medical information when it matters most.

Life Insurance

Life insurance helps your family cover expenses and stay financially secure after you’re gone.

Gifting Strategies

Giving during your lifetime can reduce taxes and let you see your loved ones benefit from your generosity.

Estate Tax Planning

Smart estate tax planning can help you pass on more of your wealth to your family — and less to taxes.

Business Succession Plan

Plan for your business’s future so it can continue supporting your family and your legacy after you’re gone.

Funeral Arrangements

Pre-planning your funeral eases the emotional and financial burden on your family during a difficult time.

Digital Estate Planning

Make sure your online accounts and digital assets are properly handled when you’re no longer here.

Long-Term Care

Plan ahead for long-term care needs to protect your savings and make sure you get the care you deserve.

Estate Planning Guide

Estate Planning is an essential process that will protect your assets and ensure you’re your estate is distributed according to your wishes after your death.

Many people make mistakes when creating their estate plan, which can lead to unnecessary stress, confusion, and costly legal battles for their loved ones. Below, our estate planning team put together the top 10 and most common mistakes we see in estate planning.

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Common Questions About Estate Planning Services and Asset Protection

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Estate Planning and Asset Protection

Understanding the key differences between estate planning and asset protection and why they're better together helps you secure your legacy and shield your wealth.

Asset Protection

  • Irrevocable Trusts
  • Long-Term Care Planning
  • Probate Avoidance
  • Lady Bird Deed
  • Business Succession Plan
  • Life Insurance

Estate Planning

  • Business Succession Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Last Will and Testament
  • Revocable Living Trust
  • Living Will
  • Beneficiary Designations
  • Durable Power of Attorney (POA)
  • Healthcare Power of Attorney
  • Guardianship Designations
  • Letter of Intent
  • HIPAA Authorization
  • Gifting Strategies
  • Estate Tax Planning
  • Funeral Arrangements
  • Digital Estate Planning
  • Special Needs Planning

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Our Proven Process for Estate Planning

At Rutkowski Law Firm, we treat every client like family. Whether you need a simple will or a full trust and estate planning strategy, we’ll walk beside you every step of the way.

Initial Consultation

  • Discuss your family goals and concerns in more detail
  • Get your questions answered
  • Determine which type of plan best meets your needs
  • Make a decision and sign the fee agreement

Design Meeting

  • Design plan with an attorney
  • Provide and review requested documentation
  • Finalize decisions on structure, appointments, and beneficiaries

Professional Partnership Meeting

  • Discuss estate planning & asset protection strategy with advisors
  • Ensure planning goals align with financial goals
  • Discuss funding strategy

Review & Signing Meeting

  • Answer any questions
  • Make necessary changes if needed
  • Review and execute estate plan

Trust Funding Meeting

  • Review & discuss all accounts and assets being funded into your trust
  • Review & submit signed financial institution request forms

Annual Review

  • Review plan and discuss significant life events
  • Discuss changes in the law
  • Make updates to documents if necessary
  • Retitle new or changed assets

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Whether you need a will, trust, asset protection plan or are in need of medicaid crisis planning, our team is here to help! We are dedicated to providing you with the best legal representation possible. Call us today to book your consultation.

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With offices in Rochester and Bloomfield Hills, we’re proud to serve families throughout Michigan. Prefer virtual? We offer video consultations for estate planning, so you can plan from the comfort of home.

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“Their whole team was amazing to work with! The attorneys were very knowledgeable and made it easy to understand. We chose virtual planning process option because it was so much more convenient with my work schedule but they offered to meet in person too of we didn't do zoom. Highly Recommended!”

Whitney Ollila

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