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Dean E. Patrick
also known as Patrick & Associates, PLLC, - Your Probate & Estate Planning Law Firm
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About Dean
Biography
Mr. Patrick is a licensed Michigan lawyer with a focus in probate law. He has the legal counseling skills, experience, and dedication that your legal matter deserves. Whether you are looking for a probate attorney, an estate attorney or need legal advice when dealing with these emotional issues, trust our office to guide you through the process and deliver results.
Mr. Patrick’s specialized knowledge of estate planning and probate law topics set him apart from general practitioners. Prior to opening his own practice, Mr. Patrick clerked for a seasoned elder law/estate planning firm. Since establishing his own probate and estate law practice, Mr. Patrick has personally counseled hundreds of individuals in legal matters and has educated thousands throughout Michigan as an estate planning speaker and author.
Dedicated to helping you protect the important things...
You worked hard to earn it, let us help you assure it gets to where you want it to be
Experience to guide you through administration or aggressively advocate for your rights in probate
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Probate
80%
22 years
Estate Planning
20%
22 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
2018 2016 2015
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Licenses
Licensed in Michigan for 21 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Patrick & Associates, PLLC - The Probate & Estate Planning Law Firm
(248) 663-2567
Fax
28400 Northwestern Hwy., Suite 110, Southfield, MI, 48034
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Dean E. Patrick's Reviews
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42 Client Reviews
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Practice Areas
Probate (9)
Lawsuits & Disputes (8)
Estate Planning (6)
Wills & Living Wills (4)
Trusts (3)
Criminal Defense (2)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (2)
Business (1)
Elder Law (1)
Ethics & Professional Responsibility (1)
Family (1)
Guardianship (1)
Intellectual Property (1)
Power Of Attorney (1)
Real Estate (1)
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Trusts
Posted by Gary & Donna | June 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Estate Planning
My wife and I were referred to Dean to establish a living trust. We found Dean to be an exceptional attorney. He patiently guided us through the process and provided invaluable advice. Dean is extremely thorough and was a pleasure to work with in planning and documenting our wishes for our estate ...
Posted by Michael | March 25, 2012 | Trusts
A really great experience
This is the third time in my life I have done a will/trust (different stages of life) and it was by far the best experience. Dean specializes in estate planning and it shows. While I knew what I wanted to do, Dean took me through a discussion of all important aspects of estate planning to ensure I ...
Posted by William | November 20, 2009 | Trusts
Dean Patrick's ABC's Able, bright and caring.
I have used Dean for numerous business dealings. Everything from copyright issues to trusts. He is knowledgeable in many fields and ready to consult with experts when he needs to. He has been conscientious in every aspect of his dealings with us. It's really nice to have ONE go to attorney like Dean....
Dean E. Patrick's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Patrick provided mentorship to me when I was just starting out in the field of estate planning. I endorse this lawyer."
"Whenever I have an estate planning related question, Dean is my go to guy. Not only have I referred clients to him, I have referred my own family to him as well. He is simply the best guy I know for estate planning and probate related issues!"
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"I wholeheartedly endorse Dean Patrick, particularly in the area of probate law. He volunteers his free time to answer questions on AVVO. The answers are always helpful, insightful and accurate. Mr. Patrick is an asset to the legal profession in Michigan."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Top Attorneys in Michigan Rising Stars, Hour Detroit Magazine
2014
Top Attorneys in Michigan Rising Stars, Crain's Detroit Business
2014
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2012
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2008
The Probate and Estate Planning Program, The Institute of Continuing Legal Education
2004
Book Award, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Dean E. Patrick, PLLC
2004 - 2008
Of Counsel, Estate Law, PC
Associations
2014 - Present
Wayne County Probate Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Litigation SectionAttorney Member
2011 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Elder Law and Disability Rights SectionAttorney Member
2010 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Probate and Estate Planning SectionAttorney Member
2004 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2005 - 2005
American Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Recovered Home and Personal Property
Third party has no interest in the family home and majority of personal property recovered!
Education
2004
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Central Michigan University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Trusts: The Ultimate Guide
Estate Planning
2012
Estate Planning and Wealth Transfer
Estate Planning, Probate, and Finance
Publications
2014
www.PatrickLegal.com
Probate
2014
www.PatrickLegal.com
Estate Planning
2014
www.PatrickLegal.com
Guardianship
2014
www.PatrickLegal.com
Will Disputes
2014
www.PatrickLegal.com
Last Wills
2014
www.PatrickLegal.com
Trusts
2014
www.PatrickLegal.com
Probate Administration
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I have my nephew living with me, I need to get guardianship asap, how do I do this? His mother is not capable of caring for him.
28 Jan 2011
Q&A
Do you need both parents permission to give temporary guardianship to someone?
27 Sep 2010
Q&A
Will going to probate: who are heirs and "interested parties"?
03 Aug 2010