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Andrew W. Mayoras
Andrew W. Mayoras
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About Andrew

I concentrate in will, trust, estate, guardianship and other probate-related disputes and litigation

I am co-author of Trial & Heirs:  Famous Fortune Fights!, a contributor to Forbes, and frequent media commentator on celebrity and other trust and estate matters, including serving as a recurring expert on the Celebrity Legacies television show on the Reelz Channel. 

 I concentrate my legal practice in probate litigation, which includes any disputed matter affecting seniors, their family members, and related individuals and companies, such as will and trust contests, guardianship and conservatorship disputes, asset challenges, beneficiary rights and trustee/executor duties.

 You can learn more about me, my practice, and celebrity estate commentary and speaking, at www.TrialAndHeirs.com and www.BRMMLaw.com

Practice areas

OtherReal estateCommercial real estateProbateTrusts
  1. Trusts: 50%

    trust litigation and administration, including prosecuting and defending trust challenges, trust administration claims, trustee breach of fiduciary duty and removal claims, and more

    25 years

  2. Probate: 45%

    probate litigation, including will contests, trust disputes, contested guardianships and conservatorships, asset recovery, fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, estate administration, beneficiary rights, trustee obligations, annuity challenges, and related contested proceedings

    25 years

  3. Commercial real estate: 3%

    commercial litigation, including breach of contract, non-compete and non-solicitation cases (both employer and employee), and other commercial related disputes (mediation, arbitration, and litigation)

    25 years

  4. Real estate: 1%

    purchase agreements, real estate negotation, land contracts, and addressing real estate disputes

    25 years

  1. Business: 1%

    business formation, especially limited liabilty companies (LLC's), drafting operating agreements, buy/sells, and general contract negotiation, drafting and revising

    25 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

1301 West Long Lake Road
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Barron, Rosenberg, Mayoras & Mayoras, P.C.

1301 West Long Lake Road
Suite 340
Troy, MI, 48098

Website
https://www.brmmlaw.com/

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing201712/20/2020
MIActive And In Good Standing199612/27/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers16
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2019
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2015
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2014
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerBarron, Rosenberg, Mayoras & Mayoras, P.C.1998 - Present
Associate AttorneyDykema Gossett1996 - 1998
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American MENSAMember2009 - Present
Michigan Association for JusticeMember1999 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember1996 - Present
Oakland County Bar AssociationMember1996 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Trial & Heirs: Famous Fortune Fights!Learn from Celebrity "Errors" How to Protect Your "Heirs"2009
Trial & HeirsTrial & Heirs Famous Fortune FIghts2009
Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias: A Guidebook for Care, Comfort, Legal and Financial SecurityWhat Happens When the Family Can't Get Along2008
The Center for Probate LitigationChallenging a Power of Attorney2008
The Center for Probate LitigationGuardianship and Conservatorship2008
The Center for Probate LitigationTheft and Exploitation of Assets2008
The Center for Probate LitigationLegal Challenges Involving Joint Assets, Wills and Trusts2008
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Michigan Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor1995
University of MichiganBA - Bachelor of Arts1993
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
What You Can Learn From Celebrity Estate BattlesWhat You Can Learn From Celebrity Estate Battles2013
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
In re Gerald L. Pollack TrustUpheld on appeal
Burkacki v. Barrsummary disposition for plaintiff upheld on appeal

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To Whom It may Concern: I have worked with Andy Mayoras over a period of 3 years. Specifically, he consulted with an attorney handling the estate of my parents and eventually he also helped represent me when my parents died. Andy is a remarkably competent, attentive and responsible counselor when handling most any affairs related to estate management. He is thorough, yet very efficient which I’m sure in the end saved me considerable legal fees. Andy clearly is guided by a proper “moral compass” and besides understanding various legal nuances he is an honest guy, when having to navigate “legal mine fields”. I have complete confidence in Andy. The results of our professional association have been nothing short of spectacular. Andy is just a good, knowledgeable and honest legal counselor who I will continue to consult with and has my unconditional recommendation.
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Someone who understands the business of empathy and compassion

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Andy was a Godsend during what was, singlehandedly, the most difficult period of my life. The loss of a loved one is all-consuming, and when you are also charged with managing the estate of that loved one, the task is overwhelming. Andy not only helped guide me through the process, but did so with the patience and compassion often reserved for family and close friends. He understood the deep sorrow I was in, and never made me feel that I needed to rush the process of cleaning up my family's life or make any decisions that I was not entirely comfortable with. I am deeply grateful for his guidance and companionship throughout a process that has been extremely difficult for me and my family. Andy is both knowledgable and comfortable navigating estate/probate issues. I can always count on his solid, realiable feedback whenever I need him. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking someone who knows their business and is highly trustworthy. It is difficult to find the blessings in life in the wake of unspeakable tragedy. However, when I count what few blessings I am fortunate to have, Andy is one of them.
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Hired attorney

STRONG ETHICAL PRINIPLES, HONEST, AND GENUINELY LISTENS TO HIS CLIENTS

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I am a very skeptical person who has a difficult time placing trust in the hands of another, especially when the consequences of it is tied to a result in which I may have no control. My main goal in seeking the right attorney was to find one whose outlook demonstrated a strong moral and ethical compass, and was passionate in their career choice to both uphold and defend the law. I had interviewed several attorneys, who in my opinion, provided nothing more than typical sales pitches, and I became deeply discouraged. That all changed when I came across Andrew Mayoras's bio, and then reached out to him. What I found in Andy was an attorney who honestly cared about his clients, who was determined to seek the truths, was not intimidated to challenge opposing counsel, weeded through the garbage of opposing counsels arguments, and applied the law appropriately and in accordance to my particular case. What I learned, is no matter what court situation you may find yourself involved in, it is never a pleasant experience. However, when you have confidence in your lawyer, such as I found with Andy Mayoras and other members within his law firm, I fully trusted that my position was going to be zealously represented in an upstanding and professional way. Andy did NOT disappoint!! I have nothing but deep respect and gratitude for Andy Mayoras and his associates. Thank you a thousand times over!!!
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Very competent attorney

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I hired Andy Mayoras to provide his expertise in my parents trust. Andy is very competent. He is very responsive and made himself available to answer any questions we had. He always took the time to explain every step of the process. I always felt supported with every step . I would highly recommend him.
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Highly Recommend!

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I would highly recommend this law firm. My attorney, Andy, was most helpful, treated me with respect and answered all my questions and concerns in a manner that was easy for me to understand. Phone calls were answered promptly and the staff was always pleasant. I thank you all for your help.
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Very knowledgeable, thorough, and strategic

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I have consulted with Andrew on a number of different issues and he is extremely skilled at identifying the relevant issues, detailing the appropriate legal precedent which applies and outlining the necessary course of action. If I'm involved in an estate related dispute, Andrew Mayoras is the first person I'm going to call.
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Someone to have on your side

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My husband is a loving, kind and a very successfulr business man. Unfortunately he is no longer there with me. I am eternally grateful to him, for the support he provided me with. The bank which my husband appointed to be the trustee declined to be the trustee; stating that businesses in which my husband had partnership are complicated and hard to value. I am a housewife who doesn’t understand structured finance or exotic financial instruments or limited partnerships. I needed an attorney who I can trust and who would put my interest over their own interests. After much research I appointed Andy Mayoras as my attorney. He won me over by his authenticity and easy communication style. I felt I can trust Andy. Andy is very knowledgeable, very articulate and a quick thinker; more importantly his loyalty is only to his clients. This is a very complicated case with multiple businesses and interested parties across few countries. I am so glad that I found him; a different attorney may not have found his way. His knowledge of Trust code is second to none. He is someone who is a continuous learner, keeps himself update-to-date; he is an independent thinker who does the required research. His firm is very professional and rightsized. He has a fantastic secretary. There was never a single instance where I was not able to reach her; she never lost a message. His firm’s follow thru is impeccable. I also believe that as a client I got the benefit of collective knowledge of his firm. To summarize in few words: Andy Mayoras is someone to have on your side.
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Best decision we ever made - totally turned around our case.

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We were in the middle of a contentious case, that was proceeding slowly and poorly. We had reached a critical juncture. Replacing our existing lawyer with Andy proved to be the turning point. He ending up saving us hundreds of thousands of dollars. Since we were out-of-state clients, we would order the DVD recordings of every hearing. It was impressive to watch Andy present our case in a clear and convincing manner. His knowledge of probate law in Michigan was superior not only to the other attorneys, but a few times even the judge would look to Andy for statutory guidance. To my surprise, every single motion Andy presented the court was granted. After watching the opponents lawyer embarrass themselves on several occasions, we felt fortunate that Andy was on our side. Andy answered all of our questions and always kept us in the loop. He was honest about which issues he thought should be litigated and which should be settled out-of-court to keep legal expenses as low as possible. Our only regret was that we did not find him at the start of our case. It would have saved at least a year of our time, and an incalculable amount of money. Once your legal opponent(s) see what they are up against, the dynamics of the case will change dramatically when they realize they can't take advantage of you. If you have to go through serious litigation, don't waste your money unless you hire the best lawyer possible. For us, that was Andy Mayoras.

Excellent legal representation

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We engaged Andrew Mayoras when it became clear that a conflictual family situation had developed that would require legal guidance. Andrew's knowledge about elder law and trusts were invaluable. He was very responsive and because of our interest in being involved; he shared much of the process with us and allowed us to provide input to documents. He took the time to educate us about the law, process, and what to expect. Even though our situation had unusual twists and turns, Andrew believed and understood our position and was effective in advocating for our rights; and ultimately winning our trial case based upon the facts. He was always respectful, polite, and sensitive to all the difficult dynamics at play. There are many traits that I valued in Andrew, but his ethics and integrity I greatly appreciated. This was evident not only in his counsel to us, but in his court appearances and settlement meetings; a stark contrast to the other side's attorneys. I would not hesitate in recommending him to others.

Andy Mayoras — Why Hire Anyone Else?

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If you are looking for a calm, collected and confident attorney who is experienced, knowledgeable, caring, trustworthy and accessible, Andy Mayoras is the one. Any attorney can win an easy case. But not all cases are easy. Most are not. Not everything goes as planned. Sometimes, things go bad. When things get crazy, tempers flare and the chips are down, Andy is right there with a calm voice of reason and experience. He knows when to speak up in court when he needs to and knows when to shut up when you are winning. In addition, Andy is accessible on evenings and weekends and is dedicated to helping his clients. His work ethic and client compassion are exemplary. Plus, he favored my position over my brother's position (also a client) once so you know he is smart!
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Kimberly Browning, Probate Attorney on Oct 7, 2019
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

Andy is an exceptional attorney. He has integrity, intelligence, and the ability to solve difficult and complex problems. He has a real breadth of experience and expertise in probate and trust litigation combined with empathy and a personal approach makes him endeared by his clients.

David Schwartz, Probate Attorney on Oct 2, 2019
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

Andy is a skilled litigator and strategic thinker. I highly recommend him.

Julie Dunbar, Trusts Attorney on Oct 2, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Andy is a highly competent and effective lawyer. He knows the law and is quick on his feet in response to a problem. Well prepared, tenacious, and highly ethical. I am happy to give Andy my highest endorsement.

Randall Denha, Trusts Attorney on Oct 2, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Andrew is not only a skilled and tenacious litigator, but someone who truly cares for the clients he serves. Many attorneys say this but he demonstrates it time and time again with each matter we work on together. He is truly deserving of all his accolades and is my go to attorney in this field.

Jonathan Colman, Probate Attorney on Feb 22, 2018
Relationship: Co-worker

Andy is a brilliant attorney and one of the most knowledgeable trusts and estates lawyers I have ever had the pleasure to work with. His commitment to his clients is steadfast and his work ethic is second to none. He is a trusted counselor and someone whose opinion and input I hold in the highest regard. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking legal representation.

Bryan Marcus, Probate Attorney on May 22, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Andy for many years and have referred several cases to him. He is a top caliber attorney whose diligence and legal skills sets him apart from others in the area of Probate litigation.

Stephen Worrall, Trusts Attorney on May 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Andrew is a fantastic wills, trusts and estate planning lawyer and a prolific writer. His Trial and Heirs website and book and media appearances are fantastic resources fr the consumer pubic and for fellow estate planning attorneys.

Lawrence Buckfire, Elder law Attorney on Apr 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Andy Mayoras is a highly skilled attorney for probate and other litigation matters. He has a reputation for integrity in the legal community and does a first class job for his clients. I highly recommend Andy and his law firm for all elder law and estate matters.

John Mayoras

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Howard Roitman, Probate Attorney on Jul 8, 2012
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer.

Don Rosenberg, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Jan 15, 2009
Relationship: Co-worker

I have worked side by side with Andrew Mayoras for the last 10 years. His work ethic, integrity, bed side manner and skills as a lawyer are second to none. I am proud to have him as my partner and plan to retire with him by my side.

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