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Jonathan M. Colman is a shareholder at Barron, Rosenberg, Mayoras & Mayoras, P.C. He concentrates his practice in litigation with a focus on trust and estate disputes, as well as probate and business disputes. Jonathan has significant experience and expertise in representing fiduciaries, as well as heirs, beneficiaries and other interested parties in complex probate proceedings throughout the State of Michigan. He also counsels clients on best practices and strategies to avoid future disputes when setting their personal and business affairs in order.
Jonathan has been listed in Best Lawyers in America® for Litigation—Trusts and Estates, honoring the top 5% of practicing attorneys in the United States. He has also been selected as a Michigan Super Lawyers “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Magazine and named a “Top Lawyer” by dbusiness Magazine.
While attending Wayne State University Law School, he was named both a Dean’s Scholar and a Lombard Fellow and was honored for excellence in written advocacy as a member of Wayne State’s Moot Court Program. Jonathan is admitted to practice before the Courts of the State of Michigan, and the Federal District Courts for both the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan. He is a member of the Probate and Estate Planning Section of the Michigan Bar Association, the Section of Real Property, Trust and Estate Law of the American Bar Association, and the Federal Bar Association for the Eastern District of Michigan.
Jonathan serves in leadership roles with a number of civic and community organizations, including serving Co-Chairman of the Board of Leaders for Kids, an advisory board to the Children’s Foundation (formerly Children's Hospital of Michigan Foundation) and the Children’s Foundation’s Planned Giving Advisory Council. He is also a member of the Financial and Estate Planning Council of Metropolitan Detroit.
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Acquired: 2008
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1301 W Long Lake Rd Ste 340, Troy, MI, 48098-6349
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Posted by anonymous | January 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Excellent Attorney
I am a licensed attorney in Florida. I needed an attorney to handle a contested probate matter in Michigan. I came across Jonathan’s profile and based on an opinion I read on one of his cases I wanted a consult with him. From the moment I first spoke with him on the phone I knew I had the right att...
Posted by Laurette | October 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Highly reccomended, extremely knowledgeble
From the very start of our case, (regarding an Estate) Jonathan was on top of things and two steps ahead in every turn of the situation. His knowledge and understanding of the case were impressive, as were his keen observations and proactivity. Jonathan is very intelligent, quick-witted, and misses...
"Jon is a terrific lawyer. I have known him personally and professionally for years. Absolutely would and will send my T&E/probate litigation referrals to him and his firm."
"Jon is an excellent lawyer. I have worked on a number of matters with him, and have always been impressed with his knowledge, skills and experience. He is well respected by our local bench, as well as his colleagues in the field. In the specialized field of probate litigation, he has earned a reputation as one of the best."
"Mr. Coleman is a well respected litigator known for his attention to detail. I have heard from individuals that I have referred to Mr. Colman that he is quick to return calls and compassionate in handling difficult family issues."
"I heartily endorse this lawyer. Jon is a great litigator, both intelligent, compassionate, and dedicated. His knowledge of both probate and commercial law is first-rate."
Probate lawyer
2022
Best Lawyer, Litigation - Trusts & Estates, Best Lawyers in America
2021
Best Lawyer, Litigation - Trusts & Estates, Best Lawyers in America
2021
Super Lawyer - Estate & Trust Litigation, Michigan Super Lawyers
2020
Best Lawyer, Litigation - Trusts & Estates, Best Lawyers in America
2020
Super Lawyer - Estate & Trust Litigation, Michigan Super Lawyers
2019
Best Lawyer, Litigation - Trusts & Estates, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Best Lawyer, Litigation - Trusts & Estates, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Rising Star - Estate & Trust Litigation, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Rising Star - Estate & Trust Litigation, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Rising Star - Estate & Trust Litigation, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Rising Star - Estate & Trust Litigation, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Rising Star - Estate & Trust Litigation, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Rising Star - Estate & Trust Litigation, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Rising Star - Estate & Trust Litigation, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Top Lawyers - Business Litigation & Law, dbusiness
2011
Top Lawyers - Business Litigation & Law, dbusiness
2011 - Present
Shareholder, Barron, Rosenberg, Mayoras & Mayoras, PC
2017 - Present
Children’s Foundation (formerly Children's Hospital of Michigan Foundation) - Planned Giving Advisory CouncilMember
2015 - Present
Financial and Estate Planning Council of Metropolitan DetroitMember
2014 - Present
Children’s Foundation (formerly Children's Hospital of Michigan Foundation) - Leaders for Kids Advisory BoardBoard Member
2011 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Probate and Estate Planning SectionMember
2011 - Present
American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law SectionMember
2008 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Litigation SectionMember
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
Victory at Trial Court and Affirmed by Court of Appeals
Victory at Trial Court and Affirmed by Court of Appeals
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
Elder Law
2018
2018
2018
English