Jamie R. Ryke

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Jamie R. Ryke

4.9
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 28 years

Probate Lawyer at Southfield, MI
Practice Areas: Probate

24725 W 12 Mile Rd, Suite 110, Southfield, MI

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About Jamie

Biography

We are litigation attorneys. Most people who handle probate do paperwork. They prepare documents for you but they are not going to be able to fight for you. We are located in Southfield but we handle cases everywhere in Michigan including the U.P. looking for a fighter? we are here!

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Probate 100%

I fight for people to get them the assets they believe they are entitled to when family members pass away. Often, people try to steal from people when they are dying. I am the person who can fix that when wrong things happen to you.

29 years | 1,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 10 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015

Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 28 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1997

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Thav Ryke & Assoc P.C.

24725 W 12 Mile Rd, Suite 110, Southfield, MI, 48034-1050

michprobate.com

Online Presence

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Jamie R. Ryke's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by Greg | February 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Knowledgeable about the Law. Stands Up for Client.

Jamie represented my wife in a probate case and was successful with representation first time in court. Jamie did his research, knew the law and judicial procedures. He stood up for my wife when she needed legal support.

Posted by Jeff P | August 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Probate

I needed help with a probate case, and found Jamie Rykes firm online and contacted Jamie regarding my case.  Jamie was very optimistic after hearing my concerns and at that time I retained his law firm.  Jamie's associate Jason D, who's very familiar with probate law took our case and was extremely o...ptimistic as well. Both Jamie and Jason were very helpful and clear during the process on what was happening and what could happen in our case.  In the end Jason won our case.  Thank you both for your expertise and care that you offered.  YES, I would reccomend  for any estate advice.

Posted by Andrew | July 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Probate Issues

Mr. Ryke did an excellent job with probating my mothers' estate. His negotiating skills and advice made it very easy for me to make the best decision for my benefit.

Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2015 | Estate Planning

Probate/Estate

Jamie helped me get what's rightfully mine. He explained the legal process to me and the out come was great. I highly recommend him for any estate needs. I will be referring friends and family members to him. Thank you Jamie for all you help!!!!

Jamie Ryke

Replied last May 15, 2015

Thank you very much!

Posted by Mark | September 28, 2012 | Probate

PERFECT IN EVERY WAY!

As a resident of California needing a Probate Attorney in Michigan, the task can be difficult due to the distance. I generally prefer a face to face personal interview prior to retaining a counselor but felt that a telephone interview would work in this case. I contacted Jamie via the Internet and ha...d a returned phone call within 12 hours. A very good first indicator. I spoke with Jamie about my family situation, and he was not only professional and understanding in this emotional time, but very aware of the specific process necessary to obtain the result I was looking for. There was none of the "I'll need to research it". When I hear this from an attorney, I have an individual that is clearly not experienced in the area where I require legal counsel, or have found an individual who is looking to obtain more billable hours. Neither were the case in this instance. Due to the nature of probate, court room experience is mandatory. Jamie had that experience and on a regular basis. A retainer was given with a credit card and I received what I believe to be a high sense of urgency to resolve my case. Ultimately, all information that I required was obtain in exactly one week. I was promptly refunded the excess of the retainer. If you need a Probate Attorney in Michigan, I give Jame Ryke & his staff my highest recommendations.

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Jamie R. Ryke's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dawn Santamarina

Probate lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jamie is an extremely knowledgeable and dedicated attorney. He is a pleasure to work with and a great mentor. He fights for his clients as if he was fighting for himself."

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Martin Radner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Schwartz

Probate lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Jamie is very professional, knowledgeable and cares greatly about his clients"

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Michael Franklin

Probate lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Jamie Ryke is one of the premier probate attorneys in the state of Michigan. His combination of skill, experience, and expertise makes him a force to be reckoned with in any contested matter. I highly recommend him."

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Andrew Thav

Probate lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jared Haddock

Probate lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this attorney without reservation. Mr. Ryke is extremely energetic, hard-working, and firmly determined to reach the best possible outcomes for his clients. He never turns away a challenge and is always eager to explore new methods and strategies when necessary. It seems his natural impulse to confidently approach every obstacle as though victory is all but assured and the inevitable struggle is merely a formality. This trait is particularly useful in seemingly dire situations and comes more naturally to him than most others in the field. Most attorneys are very busy and, while he's no exception, he somehow manages to be readily available for clients and handles each case with such devotion that many would think they were his only client. Those who've had lengthy or complicated legal matters know how valuable that is. Those who haven’t owe it to themselves to take my word for it. Mr. Ryke is diligent and aggressive for his clients, yet fair and compassionate toward them."

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Jennifer Werbling

Probate lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jamie Ryke is one of the finest Probate attorneys in the State of Michigan. Jamie Ryke is highly skilled, intelligent, detail oriented, professional, and hard-working. Jamie Ryke is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and achieves excellent results. Jamie Ryke is an experienced probate lawyer who will fight for his clients."

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Christopher Forrest

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent, professional and smart. Highly recommended."

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Dawn Santamarina

Litigation lawyer

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Andrew Thav

Probate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Featured Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction

2016

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top Lawyer, Michigan Top Lawyer

Work Experience

1998 - 2017

Attorney, Thav Ryke and Assoc

Associations

2012 - Present

Wayne County Probate Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Wayne County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate of Helen Lentovich v Deborah Ayotte

Trial victory

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Education

1996

St. Thomas University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

How to probate an estate

Probate

Publications

2015

www.michprobate.com where is the money

2015

2015

www.michprobate.com Is there a will?

2015

www.michprobate.com Stealing assets from the estate

2015

www.michprobate.com estate? even if I have a will.

2015

Languages

English

Activity

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