William H. Gaggos

William H. Gaggos

5.0
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 28 years

Probate Lawyer at Troy, MI
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Business ... +2 more

2250 Butterfield Dr Ste 240, Troy, MI

About William

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Probate 35%

The goals of the probate process are to provide a final accounting of the decedent’s assets, ensure that his or her valid debts are paid, and provide for an orderly distribution of the Estate. Through the probate process, property held in the decedent’s individual name is ultimately transferred to the heirs. If there is a Will, the probate court will follow the provisions of the Will in transferring the assets.

25 years | 80 cases

35%
Estate Planning 30%

If you would like to avoid probate, minimize taxes, protect your assets and ensure that your personal and financial affairs are handled as you desire, you need an estate plan. An estate plan generally involves having a Last Will, a Power of Attorney, a Patient Advocate Designation and sometimes a Revocable Living Trust. All of these documents must be tailored to your particular circumstances and needs.

25 years | 1,800 cases

30%
Business 15%

Before making the decision of which entity to use, you need to understand the varying administrative requirements, tax implications and legal rights and obligations of each option. Whether you ultimately choose to do business as a Sole Proprietor, LLC or Corporation, we can help you make the right decision to ensure your choice of entity affords you all the tax advantages and legal protection the law allows.

25 years | 100 cases

15%
Trusts 15%

Handling a Trust or Estate for a deceased or incapacitated person is very different than handling your own assets. The fiduciary often has to balance the competing interests of many family members. The responsibilities should not be taken lightly, even if everyone appears to get along and there are few assets or liabilities. If the fiduciary does not handle everything properly, he or she could become personally liable for any problems.

25 years | 1,800 cases

15%
Elder Law 5%

No one likes to think of themselves, their spouse or someone they love losing their independence. For many elderly people, having to leave home to live in an assisted living facility or nursing home is a disconcerting reality.

19 years | 40 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 125-375 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 28 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1997

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Gaggos Flaggman, PLLC

2250 Butterfield Dr Ste 240, Troy, MI, 48084-3404

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William H. Gaggos's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

57 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Business

Posted by Christopher | February 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Business

Estate planning

Bill exceeded my expectations on my father’s estate planning. It was a very difficult time for me, Bill took the time to walk me through the process. He was very knowledgeable, professional and most important responsive. Billing was accurate, precise and reasonable. I will be using Bill for all... of my future estate and legal business matters moving forward. I consider him a friend. -Christopher Maiberger

Posted by David | November 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Business

Estate Plan and LLC set up

Bill has a really nice approach and takes a lot of time to explain, in simplistic terms, otherwise complicated legal jargon. My wife and I really like Bill and are happy that we chose him to get our affairs in order. I have other business needs that will require counsel and I will most certainly ma...ke my first call to Bill Gaggos

Posted by Daniel | February 01, 2016 | Business

Great counsel

I have know Mr Gaggos for more than ten years. I have sought his sage counsel and guidance many times. He has helped with contract review, estate planning, and evaluation of potential business ventures. He is a rare breed that admits to not necessarily knowing everything at the outset but works tirel...essly to find the answers. I value his judgement in all of these areas.

Posted by Karl | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Business

Understands Family and Business Needs

Bill Gaggos has provided my estate planning and other legal services for over 15 years. As an active young retiree from several entrepreneurial ventures, I have depended on Bill’s effective and dependable guidance. Bill has always provided prompt and efficient advice for both my estate planning and... my small business’s ever changing requirements.

Posted by Gary | July 17, 2015 | Business

Thorough and knowledgeable

As an attorney who practices another area of law, I refer all my clients who need assistance in estate or business planning to Bill. All the clients I have referred have reported back that they were very satisfied with Bill's work. Additionally, Bill has handled estate and business planning for me pe...rsonally. He is very thorough, knowledgeable and patient in all that he does. I highly recommend his services.

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Timothy Bradley

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bill is a talented attorney with a great understanding of business and estate planning issues. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him, and would highly recommend him to others."

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David Senawi

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Bill has superior knowledge in his practice area. He approaches each case with sound business reasoning and cares about achieving the best possible result for his clients."

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Andrew Broder

Probate lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Bill for many years and find him skilled, thorough and thoughtful."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2008 - 2015

President, Gaggos Law Firm, P.C.

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Abear & Gaggos, PC

2001 - 2006

Attorney, Calhoun, Di Ponio & Gaggos, PLC

1995 - 2001

Staff CPA, Jenkins & Company, PC

Associations

1997 - Present

Michigan Associate of CPAs

CPA

1997 - Present

Michigan State Bar

Attorney

1997 - Present

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Member

Education

1995

University of Detroit

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Monthly Meeting Group - West Side

IRA Distributions and Taxation with Estate Planning

2018

Grosse Pointe CPAs

Top Nine Estate Planning Tips for CPAs

2015

U of M Tax Associates

Estate Planning

Languages

English

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