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4.3 /5.0
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Clifford J. Rice
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About Clifford
Biography
I have the best job in the world. Every day, I meet with wonderful people who love their families, and want to protect their loved ones, keep them out of court, save money, and make things easier for them in the future. Our estate plans enable our clients to help avoid unnecessary placement in nursing homes. This alone can save up to $7500 every month, while allowing the clients to preserve their privacy, dignity and quality of life by remaining in their own homes as long as possible. In the unlikely event that nursing home care IS required, our estate plans contain the tools necessary to do Medicaid Planning. Typically, this allows the client to qualify for medicaid much more quickly, without having to SPEND DOWN everything they have been working for their entire lives. All we do at Rice & Rice is estate planning, and we have been practicing law for almost 42 years.
I am extremely proud of the people who work together with us at Rice & Rice. One of our paralegals started working with us 40 years ago; another 38 years ago; another 27 years ago. All of these people have a wealth of experience, and have been doing primarily only estate planning for many decades.
I am also Co-Pastor at our local church, and we own and operate a Christian radio station which has been on the air 24 hours a day for the past 10 years.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
70%
Trusts
15%
Wills and Living Wills
15%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Michigan for 10 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 32 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Indiana for 53 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 1972
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Clifford online.
Clifford J. Rice's Reviews
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Posted by Ann | September 30, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Always a great experience
He is terrific. Considerate, patient, understanding. He is always thorough. He is cheery, pleasant and hospitable. Thank you for helping our family! Ann
Posted by Kenneth | April 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great to Work With
Cliff explained everything so well and gave us all the tools needed to feel confident. He gave us a good and did a work around to accommodate our unique situation.
Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Wow!
One hour with him and his team is like finding the golden goose... well worth the time and I highly recommend. Planning to have him handle all our estate structure and affairs.
Posted by Bob | December 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best
Mr. Rice was very knowledgeable and explained things in language which I could understand. He listened to our needs and did a great plan for us.
Posted by Tom | January 9, 2015
Living Trust Prep
Put together the trust guide. Very informative and instructional. Very knowledgeable and honestly answered questions. Seems to be very caring of his clients needs. Would recommend to others.
Clifford J. Rice's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rice has been well-known for decades in this community as a first-rate attorney in Elder Law matters of all kinds."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked with Cliff for over 25 years. He holds my highest respect and appreciation for his Competence, Chemistry, Culture and most important Character in my relationship and my observation of Cliff's relationships with his colleagues, friends, and most important family. His practice is holistic and Cliff counsels his clients with the goal of his client reaching their potential and legacy. I am only a better person through my friendship with my respected and loved colleague."
"Cliff is the finest Estate Planning attorney I know. He is a very capable and very careful attorney. I have known Cliff for more than 20 years and he is the attorney I consult regarding complicated Estate Planning issues. He is very patient with his clients and is excellent at making complex issues understandable. I give him my highest personal and professional rating."
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Estate planning lawyer
William Green
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Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Best of the Region - Estate Planning Law Firm, Times Publications
1997
Practicum Mentor, 1994 - 1997, National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys
Work Experience
1972 - Present
Founding Partner, Rice & Rice Attorneys
Associations
1997 - Present
Wealth CounselCharter Member, Instructor
1993 - Present
National Network of Estate Planning AttorneysTeacher, Mentor, Developer of The Practicum Course
1993 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
1973 - Present
American Bar AssociationReal Property Trusts and Estate Law
1972 - Present
Indiana State Bar AssociationProbate, Trusts and Real Property
Sample of Legal Cases
Estate Planning
Overall excellent, in nearly every case
Education
1972
Valparaiso University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1969
Indiana University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Educational Seminar
Living Trust-Centered Estate Planning, 1993-2014
2007
WealthCounsel - The Collegium
Stretch IRA Trusts
1995
The Practicum Course
How To Effectively Manage and Grow Your Estate Planning Practice
Publications
2014
Senior Life
Protect Your Family
1994
National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys
The Estate Planning Tool Kit
Languages
Indonesian
English