Brook McCray Smith

Brook McCray Smith

also known as Brook Smith

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 51 years

Real estate Lawyer at Ann Arbor, MI
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Business, Litigation ... +2 more

5 Research Drive - Suite D, Ann Arbor, MI

About Brook

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 25%

Entity formation, buying and selling businesses.

52 years

25%
Real Estate 25%

Commercial and residential real estate transactions.

52 years

25%
Litigation 20%

Michigan and Federal Court litigation regarding business disputes, real estate transactions and boundry matters, contracts, and foreclosure.

52 years

20%
Estate Planning 15%

Plan and draft Revocable Living Trusts with Pour-Over Wills

52 years

15%
Wills and Living Wills 15%

Prepare Wills, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Powers

52 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 310-310 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 51 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1974

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Brook McCray Smith PC

5 Research Drive - Suite D, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103-2981

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Brook McCray Smith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

5 star (7)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Walter | November 11, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Rude and Unprofessional

Mr. Smith mischaracterized my case, offered no useful information, and was rude and sarcastic. His bizarre "advice" was essentially a scolding and it was clear that he either did not read or did not understand what I wrote. If I was unclear he could have simply asked clarifying questions, but he did ...not.

Brook Smith

Replied last November 22, 2020

Please note that although Walter states he consulted with me as a potential client, there was no consultation. Rather, he asked a question on Avvo and did not like the fact that I responded by urging him to honor his mother's stated wishes and move out of her house rather than forcing her to evict him. I stand by the recommendation, but it was not what Walter wanted to hear.

Posted by Manuel | February 26, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Great Attorney

Brook really helped guide me during a difficult time in my life. I got into a really shitty RV deal and well as usual, I had buyers remorse and had to walk it back.

Posted by anonymous | January 16, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Good advice

He responded right away and gave me great advice I would like to hire him I think he would do a hell of a job on my case it's hard to find a lawyer to take a malpractice law suits and I have been trying since last summer to find a lawyer about my case

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Compassionate Lawyer

His advice was thorough and matter of fact without being rude in regards to my situation. He explained things in a manner I understood and helped alleviate some of my fears regarding court procedures.

Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Extremely Professional

I find Attorney Smith understanding, practical and professional. He gave me sound legal advice regarding a bad situation I've been dealing with. I've reviewed his comments for other potential clients and he has been consistent and sticks with the facts, leaving out any personal bias. Highly recommen...d him!

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Brook McCray Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Charles Hoffman

Real estate lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Brook is one of the most diligent and intelligent attorneys I have ever been associated with. He is extremely thorough in his research and his work product and still enjoys litigation if needed. He is very polite and respectful to both lay persons and those within the profession, yet can be firm in advocating a legal position. I highly recommend Brook to all individuals seeking a lawyer within his practice areas."

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Adam Devlin

Real estate lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brook Smith has a firm understanding of real property law and I am always interested to read his responses to the posts. I endorse this lawyer."

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Fred Steingold

Real estate lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brook Smith is an extremely talented lawyer. His ethics are impeccable, and he gets excellent results for his clients. I am pleased to endorse him."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Other

"This attorney goes above and beyond to get the best results for clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Marchese

Real estate lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Frederick

Real estate lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Smith and I practice in some of the same areas of law. For that reason, I have had the opportunity to view a great many of his answers on Avvo. The information he provides is not only spot on in terms of the law, but helpful and informative, as well. I would not hesitate to recommend Attorney Smith to a friend or family member. James Frederick"

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Robert Harris

Business lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Brook is a very knowledgeable and experienced lawyer. He is highly respected in his practice areas. I recommend Brook."

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Donald Reed

Business lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Brook Smith as an attorney with broad knowledge and extensive experience in the areas of business and real estate law. I have worked with Brook on many matters over the years in these areas of the law and hope to do so again in the future. I know I can rely on his legal advice and counsel on all business and real estate issues, as well as other legal matters that he has dealt with in his many years of practice."

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Kristin Davis

Probate lawyer

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Charles Hoffman

State, local, and municipal law lawyer

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William Serwer

Business lawyer

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James Frederick

Contracts and agreements lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Rating: BV® Distinguished™ 4.4 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top Contributor Award, Avvo

2010

Master Lawyer Designation, State Bar of Michigan

Work Experience

1974 - Present

Attorney, BROOK McCRAY SMITH, P.C.

1971 - 1974

Vice President, Continental Capital Growth Corporation

Associations

1999 - Present

US Sailing

Certified Judge

1974 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

1974 - Present

Washtenaw County Bar Association

1974 - Present

American Bar Association

2013 - 2014

Real Estate Section - Washtenaw County Bar Assn

Co-chair

Education

1974

University of Michigan Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1970

University of Michigan

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