David L. Carrier

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David L. Carrier
Avoid Nursing Home Poverty! Find out how at a Life Plan Workshop...
5.0 star rating
Very knowledgable and trustworthy
- Mary, a Elder Law client
5.0 star rating
My father picked David for a reason.
- a Estate Planning client

Overview

Avvo Rating

Experience 4.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 1.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 17

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Practice Areas

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Always), Free Consultation (60 minutes), Pro Bono (5%), Retainer (Sometimes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 616-361-8400
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  • 5242 Plainfield Ave NE Suite C
    Grand Rapids, MI 49525
    Office: 616-361-8400
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  • 5242 Plainfield Ave NE
    Suite C
    Grand Rapids, MI 49525
    Office: 616-361-8400
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Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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Since Grand Rapids Business Journal first began to keep records, I have helped more West Michigan families avoid nursing home poverty and face the future with... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Very knowledgable and trustworthy”

Posted by: Mary, about 2 years ago.

Client Review: Mr. Carrier did an excellent job in resolving some tough issues to help my parents and my family. We are very grateful for his outstanding services.
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5 star rating

“My father picked David for a reason.”

Posted by: a Estate Planning client, almost 4 years ago.

Client Review: Very professional and understanding when dealing with tough issues regarding elder care and estate issues.
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

6 endorsements


Steven J. Fromm

Mr Carrier is an excellent lawyer. I have read hundreds of his ansswers here at Avvo and have found his legal knowledge, experiences and practical... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Steven Fromm , Philadelphia (PA), 10 months ago
Charles F Basil

Attorney Carrier is an insightful attorney and a bona fide problem-solver. I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Charles Basil , West Hartford (CT), About 1 year ago
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Résumé

 

License

30 years since David L. Carrier was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Massachusetts Active 1982 05/03/2013
Michigan Active And In Good Standing 1988 05/07/2013

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Captain at U.S. Army Judge Advocate General (Jag) Corps 1983–1988

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Georgetown University Law Center Tax Law Master of Laws, Taxation 1989
Boston University School of Law Law JD 1982
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Top Area Estate Planners - #2 Grand Rapids Business Journal 2010
Meritorious Service Medal; First Oak Leaf Cluster US Army; Office of the Judge Advocate General 1988
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys 1995–present
Member Grand Rapids Bar Association 1988–present

Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 17
Answers: 1,486 Legal Answers
53 Best Answers - chosen by asker
806 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
195 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 5 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Free Report - Estate Recovery In Michigan Report 2011

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Estate Planning Estate Planning Essentials Workshop 2011

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