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About Brandon
Biography
I focus my legal practice on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Probate. This includes Medicaid planning, Probate Matters, Long-Term Care Planning, and sophisticated Estate Planning.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
60%
Elder Law
20%
Probate
20%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2020 2019 2018
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Licenses
Licensed in Michigan for 10 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Location
Frasco, Caponigro, Wineman, Scheible, Hauser & Luttmann, PLLC
1301 W Long Lake Rd, Suite 250, Troy, MI, 48098
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Posted by Renee | May 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Medicaid & Medicare
Highly Recommended
Brandon did a phenomenal job of walking our family through the Medicaid process when my father had to be placed in a nursing home. He educated us and through his services the court ruled that my mother could keep all of the assets that my parents worked hard all their lives to earn. Overall he saved ...
Posted by Mary | February 13, 2020 | Life Insurance
Consultation Review
Brandon contacted me after I inquired assistance with my elderly mother’s life insurance policies. He presented me with a few options and reassured me that I was taking the necessary steps. Brandon was a delight to talk to and assured me I could contact him again if needed and he provided me with his...
Posted by Becky | November 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
So Very Helpful
My dad had been putting off updating his wishes the older he got and finally we called Brandon and explained our situation. Brandon was so patient and helpful and put my dad at ease so were able
Posted by Anne | September 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Outstanding Attorney
I hired Brandon to To help create a contract for me. He was kind and personable. He never talk down to me. He explained everything in a way I could understand. I highly recommend him as an attorney and I now consider him a friend. Thank you for everything Brandon!
Posted by Deborah | July 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Durable Power of Attorney
Brandon was very through in asking all the right questions to determine what my Mother's immediate needs were. He determined the appropriate documents needed. Brandon and his assistant made a visit to my Mother's apartment to explain what the documents meant for her immediate and future needs. He ...
Brandon Scott Thomson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've been corresponding with Brandon for the past several years and have seen him blossom from a brand new lawyer to a busy and knowledgable elder law attorney. If you are in need of advice about how to protect your assets, Brandon is a great resource!"
"I have known Brandon for many years and he has always been a hard worker as well as extremely intelligent. I recently hired him to update my family's estate plan and he was very knowledgeable. He spent a lot of time with us explaining and advising us on our options. I would recommend Brandon in a heartbeat!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Brandon is an excellent attorney and works terrifically with his elder law clients. He fights to get his clients eligible for government benefits such as VA benefits and Medicaid."
"If you need an elder law attorney, Brandon is the man to call. He is brilliant, compassionate, and he gets the job done. I endorse this lawyer."
"Brandon was a pleasure to work with - I greatly appreciate his candor and empathy. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for advice regarding elder law issues."
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"I have worked in the Wayne County Probate Court and through my work in the Wayne County Probate Court, I have come to know many good, hard working attorneys. Attorney Brandon Thomson is one such attorney. He is a hard working, aggressive, smart lawyer who fight for his clients. Hire with confidence."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brandon and I attended law school together. He sat directly in front of me. Brandon was one of the hardest working well prepared students in our class. I found Brandon to always conduct himself well above the highest ethical standards required. Based on the skills and knowledge I observed in law school Brandon is well equipped to handle any legal issue a client may have. I highly recommend Brandon as an attorney because of the many interactions we had in law school, all of which were positive."
"I have known Brandon for a long time. He is intelligent, caring, and has extensive experience in the areas of Estate Planning and Elder Law. You can trust him to competently handle your family's affairs."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brandon is a great attorney and is dedicated to making a difference."
"I have known Brandon Thomson for several years, and his work ethic and integrity are without question. I fully endorse this lawyer."
"I attended law school with attorney Thomson and he was easily among the brightest and most dedicated students in our class. I have also seen Attorney Thomson work with members of the community and can unequivocally state that his 'bedside manner' is unmatched. Attorney Thomson makes painstaking efforts, and spends the necessary time, with each client that walks through his door, to make sure that he can find the exact right solution for them. There are other very bright attorneys out there, and there are other attorneys who are dedicated to providing excellent service to their clients, but it is exceedingly rare to find an attorney who is both as bright and as dedicated as Attorney Thomson. If a close friend, family member, or loved one came to me for help with any legal issue that Attorney Thomson handles, I would refer them to him without hesitation."
"I endorse Brandon as a professional. He is an ambitious attorney and takes great care of his clients."
"Brandon is well-versed in the latest wrinkles in Estate Planning. He is thorough and compassionate. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Top Young Rising Attorneys in Michigan, Crain's Detroit Business
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2018
Probate and Estate Planning Certificate Recipient, Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE)
2018
Lawyer of Distinction - Elder Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2015
Eugene Krasicky Award - Editor who contributed the most, Western Michigan University Cooley Law Review
2015
Certificate of Merit in Elder Law Practice, Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
2012
Certificate of Merit in Property Law, Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Attorney, Frasco, Caponigro, Wineman, Scheible, Hauser, Luttmann, PLLC
2018 - Present
Owner, Thomson Law, PLC
2017 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of John O. Knappmann
2016 - 2017
Attorney, The Elder Care Firm of Christopher J. Berry
2015 - 2016
Attorney, Foley and Robinette, P.C.
2014 - 2014
Student Attorney, Estate Planning Clinic
2013 - 2014
Assistant Solicitation Editor, Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
2013 - 2013
Intern, Office Of The State Appellate Defender
2013 - 2013
Judicial Intern, United States District Court Eastern District Of Michigan
Associations
2018 - Present
Henry Ford Wyandotte HospitalBoard Member
2015 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2015 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Probate and Estate Planning SectionMember
2015 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Elder Law and Disability Rights SectionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Medicaid Planning Case
Approval
Education
2015
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
Siena Heights University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Protecting Assets While Qualifying for Medicaid
Crisis Medicaid Planning
2017
Protecting Assets While Qualifying for Medicaid
Pre-need Asset Planning
2017
Elder Law Seminar for Case Managers
Elder Law Seminar for Case Managers
2016
Rotary Guest Speaker
Protecting Assets From Medicaid
Publications
2017
National Business Institute Seminar
Pre-need Asset Planning
2017
National Business Institute Seminar
Crisis Medicaid Planning
2016
Elder Care Firm Blog
Many - Frequent Contributor
2015
Foley and Robinette Legal Blog
Various
Languages
English