Michigan Irrevocable Trust Lawyer and Attorney
Shield Your Assets. Secure Your Legacy with an Irrevocable Trust.
We help Michigan families protect their homes, savings, and business interests from lawsuits, Medicaid spend-down, and family conflict—so you stay in control of what you’ve built.
Trusted by Over 450 Clients with a 4.9 Star Rating
We were very impressed with our estate planning with Rutkowski Law Firm! Everything was handled via zoom meetings from the comfort of our home. From the first contact with Client Services Coordinator, Angela, to our initial meeting with Chris, Director of Client Services, then scheduled meetings to determine and set-up our plan with Attorney Kara Moore, and ending with a funding meeting with Wealth Manager, Wally Rutkowski, everything went seemlessly...
Wonderful people. Straightforward and easy to set up a consult. They made my situation a lot less stressful.
When Life Feels Unpredictable, Lock In Protection
What an Irrevocable Trust Can Shield You From
- Protect Your Home and Savings from Long-Term Care Costs :
- An irrevocable trust can help you qualify for Medicaid without spending down your assets, shielding your legacy for the next generation.
- Guard Against Lawsuits and Creditors :
- Once your assets are transferred into the trust, they are typically beyond the reach of lawsuits and creditor claims.
- Reduce Estate Taxes :
- For larger estates, certain irrevocable trusts can significantly reduce the taxes owed by your heirs.
- Protect Loved Ones with a Special Needs Trust :
preserve access to benefits while providing additional financial support without penalty.
- Families Helped
- 2,400+
- Assets Protected
- $2 billion+
- Year Founded
- 2012
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.
Comparison
Trust vs. Will
Wills and trusts are both essential tools in estate planning, but they serve different purposes. Understanding the difference helps you make the right decision for your family and future.
Trust
- Avoids Probate
- Effective During Lifetime
- Helps in Incapacity
- Requires Ongoing Maintenance
- More Privacy for the Family
- Can Include Conditions (like age or milestones)
- Manages Out-of-State Property Easily
- Controls Asset Distribution After Death
- Becomes Public Record
- Can Be Contested in Court
- Needs Court Oversight
- Easier to Set Up
- Names a Guardian for Children
Will
- Avoids Probate
- Effective During Lifetime
- Helps in Incapacity
- Requires Ongoing Maintenance
- More Privacy for the Family
- Can Include Conditions (like age or milestones)
- Manages Out-of-State Property Easily
- Controls Asset Distribution After Death
- Becomes Public Record
- Can Be Contested in Court
- Needs Court Oversight
- Easier to Set Up
- Names a Guardian for Children
How Our Michigan Irrevocable Trust Attorneys Help You
Setting up a trust requires careful planning—and trusted guidance. We’ll walk you through when, why, and how to structure it, so you can feel confident in your protection.
Step 1: Strategy Session
- We listen first—understanding your goals, concerns, and assets.
- We’ll discuss whether an irrevocable trust makes sense for your unique needs.
Step 2: Custom Trust Design
- We draft a trust designed to lock in the protections you need—whether for Medicaid, lawsuits, taxes, or special needs.
- Your attorney explains every decision clearly—no legalese, no guesswork.
Step 3: Signing, Funding, and Peace of Mind
- We help you fund the trust properly, retitling assets as needed.
- You leave knowing your future—and your family’s future—is protected.
Estate Planning for Michigan Families
Don't leave your family with a useless binder.
Most firms hand you a template and expect you to do the work. We provide a Done-For-You process that handles Trust Funding and Asset Protection.
We specialize in protecting your home from the 5-Year Medicaid Look-Back, ensuring your house stays in your family and out of the state's hands. Plan now so you never become a burden to those you love.
For a Call Back: Pick a time for a quick, 15-minute phone call with our intake team. They will gather your basic details and schedule your strategy session with our Customer Success Director. No tech degree or legal preparation required.
Guiding the Firm, Protecting Families
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.
Meet the Whole Team
Common Questions About Irrevocable Trusts
Our Offices
Building a Long-Term Legacy Plan for Military Families
Why passing down money isn't the same as protecting a legacy—and how trusts secure future generations.
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How Trusts Provide Stability During Unexpected Life Changes
Why traditional wills fall short during sudden deployments and relocations—and how trusts create seamless continuity.
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Don’t let a Michigan Medicaid spend-down destroy your estate plan
How to qualify for long-term care benefits without sacrificing your family’s multi-generational goals.
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