Todd D. Schmitz

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Todd D. Schmitz
Estate Planning, Elder Law, Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Medicaid, Veterans Benefits, Funding!
Thorough, Knowledgeable and Excellent Attention to Detail
- Jeff, a Trusts client
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
Industry Recognition
Professional Conduct

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Contributor level 10

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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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Videos (1)

TV Show:The Daily Show, Downton Abbey, White Collar. Movie:"Hero" with Dustin Hoffman. Also, we're a Disney family and enjoy Disney movies: Pirates of the... more

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Client Reviews

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“Thorough, Knowledgeable and Excellent Attention to Detail”

Posted by: Jeff, over 2 years 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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“Get a Consultation with Todd before Choosing an Estate Planning Attorney. (You'll be glad you did)”

Posted by: a Elder Law client, almost 2 years 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

21 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 3 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 3 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

21 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 06/07/2013

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 2012
36 hours Continuing Legal Education met American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys 2011
See all 5 awards

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Macomb County Probate Bar Association 2006–present
Member National Association of Elder Law Attorneys 2006–present
See all 6 association entries

Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 10
Answers: 62 Legal Answers
1 Best Answer - chosen by asker
11 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
13 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 3 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Which Came First: The Liber or the Page? Finding real estate records and the recording date with the new Super Index Macomb County Bar Briefs 2013
Medicaid Secrets: MI Edition - How to Protect Your Family's Assets from Devastating Nursing Home Costs Phylius Press 2013
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Pet Trusts: "To my dog, Lucky, I leave $10,000" Macomb Kennel Club membership meeting 2012
Medicaid Planning Medicaid Planning Seminar 2010
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