Todd D. Schmitz

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Todd D. Schmitz
Estate Planning, Elder Law, Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Medicaid, Veterans Benefits, Funding!
5.0 star rating
Thorough, Knowledgeable and Excellent Attention to Detail
- Jeff, a Trusts client
5.0 star rating
Get a Consultation with Todd before Choosing an Estate Planning Attorney. (You'll be glad you did)
- a Elder Law client

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always), Free Consultation (60 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check

Contact Information

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  • 586-493-7661

  • 49 Macomb Place, Suite 114
    Mount Clemens, MI 48043
    Office: 586-493-7661
    Fax: 586-408-6062
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Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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Favorites: TV Show?The Daily Show, The Waltons, Frasier. Movie?"Hero" with Dustin Hoffman. Also, we're a Disney family and enjoy Disney movies: Pirates... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Thorough, Knowledgeable and Excellent Attention to Detail”

Posted by: Jeff, over 1 year ago.

Client Review: For the past seven years we have utilized Todd's expertise in helping us put together, review and update our Estate Planning Portfolio. Our goal was... more
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5 star rating

“Get a Consultation with Todd before Choosing an Estate Planning Attorney. (You'll be glad you did)”

Posted by: a Elder Law client, 9 months ago.

Client Review: When my mother's health was failing, and she was in need of a trust and Medicaid planning, I found Todd Schmitz. I interviewed three lawyers,... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

19 endorsements


Henry Devos Lawrie Jr.

I endorse Todd Schmitz. He was extremely helpful in assisting me in qualifying my father for Medicaid. I have been a successful tax and corporate... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Henry Lawrie , Chicago (IL), Over 2 years ago
William E. Westerbeke

Todd is a top notch Elder Law and Medicaid Planning attorney. From my experience, he has a thorough understanding of technical issues and a gift for... more

Endorsement from lawyer: William Westerbeke , Grand Rapids (MI), Over 2 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

20 years since Todd D. Schmitz was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Michigan Active And In Good Standing 1992 04/29/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Elder Law Attorney at The Elder & Disability Law Firm, PLLC 2003–present

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Wayne State University Law School Law JD - Juris Doctor 1992
Michigan State University Economics BA - Bachelor of Arts 1989
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
36 hours Continuing Legal Education met American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys 2009
Probate and Estate Planning Program Certificate Michigan State Bar Association Probate and Estate Planning Sections 2008
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member National Association of Elder Law Attorneys 2006-present
Member American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys 2003-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 9
Answers: 59 Legal Answers
1 Best Answer - chosen by asker
6 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
12 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 3 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
How to Protect Your Family's Assets from Devastating Nursing Home Costs: Medicaid Secrets (4th edition) Phylius Press 2010
Smart Practical Things You Can Do for Control and Protection of Your Property A Will is not Enough in Michigan 2003

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Medicaid Planning Medicaid Planning Seminar 2010
Revocable Living Trusts Living Trust Seminars Throughout Macomb, Oakland, Wayne Counties 2010
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