Practice Areas

Estate Planning

Whether your situation only requires a basic will or sophisticated asset management, Michael J. Hutchinson, PLC can assist you in the proper planning for passing your wealth and assets to your intended beneficiaries. The estate planning process begins with a complete review of your current and projected assets. After reviewing your assets, we will schedule a conference to discuss your estate planning goals. Your estate planning documents will be created to meet your unique situation based on the information provided to Michael J. Hutchinson, PLC.

Trusts

Many clients wish to pass their assets along without the need for Probate Court involvement. Other clients have estates that may be subject to the Federal Estate Tax. For these clients, a trust may be the appropriate planning tool. We can help you in creating a trust that best fits your unique needs. For more information regarding the use of a trust in your estate plan, please give us a call.

Estate Administration

Whether you are the Personal Representative under a will or the Trustee of a trust, Michael J. Hutchinson, PLC can assist you in fulfilling your fiduciary duties in an efficient and economical manner. In addition, we can represent beneficiaries in the event there is a dispute during probate or trust administration.

Business & Corporate Law

Small and mid-size businesses are the backbone of the American economy. Entrepreneurs face many challenges in starting new business ventures and in growing established businesses. Michael J. Hutchinson, PLC understands the needs and concerns of small and mid-size business owners and will work with you to achieve your goals. Whether you are looking to establish a single-member limited liability company or a corporation with multiple stockholders, Michael J. Hutchinson, PLC can guide you through the required filings with the State of Michigan to establish your business. In addition, we will work with you in establishing your corporate books and records, by-laws and operating agreements, buy-sell agreements, and succession planning.

Real Estate

Call on Michael J. Hutchinson, PLC for all your real estate legal needs. We can assist you in the preparation of commercial and residential leases designed to protect your interests. We offer developers of site plan condominiums efficient and economical service in the preparation of master deeds, condominium by-laws, and associated documents. Please give us a call for more information.