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Stuart Williams, Esq. - Lansing, MI Estate Planning Lawyers
Stuart Williams, Esq. - Lansing, MI Estate Planning Lawyers
Stuart Williams, Esq. - Lansing, MI Estate Planning Lawyers
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STUART WILLIAMS, ESQ.

(4.8 Score)
FAMILY WILLS & TRUSTS, PLC
115 West Allegan Street, Suite 720,
Lansing, MI 48933 Directions

Since 2005

Specialty:

✓ Estate Planning ✓ Wills and Trusts ✓ Trust Planning ✓ Financial Powers of Attorney ✓ Medical Powers of Attorney ✓ Protection of Family Assets

"Stuart Williams, Esq. completed his Juris Doctor at Michigan State University College of Law. He is a member of the American Bar Association, the State Bar of Michigan, and the Ingham County Bar Association. Stuart has earned Probate & Estate Planning Certificates from the only certification program of its kind sponsored by the State Bar of Michigan and The Institute of Continuing Legal Education (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019). He helps his clients with young children address the critical components of their planning, among other relevant issues. Family Wills & Trusts PLC is an estate planning law firm in Lansing, Michigan. The firm is dedicated to helping Michigan parents plan for their wealth and family happiness. The estate planning law firm, Family Wills & Trusts, is dedicated to serving the unique goals and concerns of Michigan parents. They provide personal legal planning to parents throughout Michigan, but work mostly with parents from Holt, Lansing, Dimondale, DeWitt, East Lansing, Grand Ledge, Haslett, Okemos, Mason, and outlying areas of Greater Lansing.

2026 Update: Stuart Williams, Esq. is a member of the Greater Lansing Estate Planning Counsel. He has been licensed in Michigan for 20 years. He has spent his 15 years handling cases regarding estate planning, wills, trusts, and living wills."

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License #P68511

Contact:

(517) 853-7542

Mon-Fri: 9:30am - 3pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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Wood & Associates PLLC - Lansing, MI Estate Planning Lawyers
Wood & Associates PLLC - Lansing, MI Estate Planning Lawyers
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WOOD & ASSOCIATES PLLC

(4.6 Score)
901 North Washington Avenue,
Lansing, MI 48906 Directions

Since 2018

Specialty:

✓ Estate Planning ✓ Probate Law ✓ Wills and Trusts ✓ Asset Protection

"Wood & Associates PLLC offers representation for people with basic and complex situations. Their goal is to provide you with the information you need to create a plan for your assets. Their legal professionals will look over your current monetary and physical assets to create a plan that covers all of your wishes. Whether you want to set up a trust to hold your assets and control your wealth or a will that informs your family of where your property should go, you won’t regret turning to Wood & Associates PLLC. Wood & Associates PLLC is a full-service law firm based in Battle Creek and Lansing, Michigan. They also provide legal assistance in Ingham County, Calhoun County, Eaton County, Kalamazoo County, Clinton County, Branch County, Jackson County, and Kent County.

2026 Update: Wood & Associates PLLC has over 40 years of combined experience. Kent Wood II is the president and founder of the law firm."

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License #802150090

Contact:

(517) 481-4023

Mon-Thu: 9am - 5pm
Fri: 9am - 12pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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Nick Leydorf - Lansing, MI Estate Planning Lawyers
Nick Leydorf - Lansing, MI Estate Planning Lawyers
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NICK LEYDORF

(4.6 Score)
LEYDORF LAW FIRM PLLC
321 West Lake Lansing Road, East Lansing,
Lansing, MI 48823 Directions

Since 2010

Specialty:

✓ Trusts ✓ Kids Protection Planning ✓ Probate and Estate Administration ✓ Business Succession Planning ✓ Asset Protection ✓ Elder Law

"Nick Leydorf completed his J.D. from the Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law. His law office is located in East Lansing (4.5 miles) from downtown Lansing. He is a member of the Ingham County Bar Association, Michigan Association of OWI Attorneys, and the Clinton County Bar Association. His practice is dedicated to helping families get their affairs in order so that they can stay out of court and out of conflict. His aim as a Lansing estate planning lawyer is to be your trusted advisor who helps you make the right personal, financial, and legal decisions for you and your family throughout your lifetime. Leydorf Law Firm PLLC specializes in estate planning, asset protection, and estate administration. The firm offers legal assistance in Okemos, Dewitt, Grand Ledge, and Williamston.

2026 Update: Nick Leydorf is a member of the Michigan Association for Justice, the State Bar of Michigan, and the American Bar Association. Leydorf Law Firm PLLC offers free consultations."

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License #801894370

Contact:

(517) 996-1870 (517) 245-1074

Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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STUART WILLIAMS, ESQ. REVIEWS

Preparing a trust can be daunting and kind of morbid, Stuart took all of that negative out of the process. He was very organized, on task and explained everything step by step. I could be more happy with the process, I’ve heard so many horror stories and have been putting it off for years. I’m so glad it’s in place, I feel like a load is off my shoulders. Highly recommend working with Stuart.

From the beginning to the end of putting our Trust together, Stuart was professional, organized, efficient and reliable. My husband and I were VERY impressed with him and the whole experience! Would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking to do their wills and/or trust.

Stuart has been amazing to work with! He was well prepared and extremely organized throughout each step of the process of our Estate planning. He was also quick to respond with any questions we had. We will be recommending Stuart to any family or friends looking to start a Trust.

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WOOD & ASSOCIATES PLLC REVIEWS

I cannot say enough good things about Brigette Booser. She is the definition of professionalism—highly knowledgeable, compassionate, and truly trustworthy. Brigette consistently goes above and beyond to support her clients and make sure they feel heard and understood. Her dedication and integrity are unmatched, and it’s clear she genuinely cares about the people she represents. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of legal guidance—you will be in excellent hands.

Brigette Booser was a great lawyer and representation during a time that was super trying and difficult for me. She provided me with explanation and reasoning for the courts difficult lingo and the whole process in itself. She cared about my situation and listened and kept it easy to set the next expectations for the next step of the court process. She was easy to trust and felt like a friend, highly recommend during a hard time.

Attorney Brigette Booser handled our case and was very knowledgeable, professional, personable, and communicated well. We were never left wondering what was happening or what the next step was. She is highly recommended and appreciated.

NICK LEYDORF REVIEWS

Nick put together a will and trust for my wife and me. Nick breaks the mold when it comes to lawyers. He genuinely cares about people and is passionate about simplifying the estate process for us non-lawyers to understand. He made law enjoyable (dare I say, fun?) and charged us a very reasonable fee that includes yearly check-in meetings. He is a great lawyer but an even better person. I highly recommend Nick and wish there were more professionals like him.

I called Leydorf Law Firm with just a couple of questions about estate matters but what I wasn't expecting was how much time and effort Nick put into helping me out. This is one of the most polite and responsive law firms I have dealt with in the entire city of Lansing and I cannot recommend them any higher.

My father and I worked with Nick to update Dad's trust estate. Nick was great to work with. He grasped what we needed and got the job done quickly and efficiently. Very easy to talk to. I would highly recommend Nick.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

STUART WILLIAMS, ESQ. Total Inspection Points: 114/120
Business Hours: 8
Complete Info: 8
Business Images: 9
Experience: 9
Contact Info: 10
Copyright & License: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Review Analysis: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

WOOD & ASSOCIATES PLLC Total Inspection Points: 111/120
Business Hours: 8
Business Images: 8
Complete Info: 8
Experience: 8
Review Analysis: 9
Contact Info: 10
Copyright & License: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

NICK LEYDORF Total Inspection Points: 110/120
Business Hours: 8
Business Images: 8
Complete Info: 8
Experience: 9
Location Proximity: 9
Review Analysis: 9
Reviews Accuracy of : 9
Contact Info: 10
Copyright & License: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Website Standard: 10