James Gregory Wald

James Gregory Wald

also known as Jim Wald

5.0
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 25 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Brighton, MI
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Elder Law ... +2 more

852 W. Grand River Avenue, P.O. Box 906, Brighton, MI

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Licensed in Michigan for 25 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2000

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Jim Wald Law

852 W. Grand River Avenue, P.O. Box 906, Brighton, MI, 48116-0906

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James Gregory Wald's Reviews

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Posted by Tori | June 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Righting Wrongs

My mother passed away in 2021 and had written a holographic will, which stated how she wanted her estate settled. We had to go Probate Court. My first lawyer nearly cost me and my daughter everything. After our first hearing I begin my search on Avvo for a new attorney and we found James G Wald PC. I... hired James Gregory Wald and John Hughes both whom took time to understand my case and long story short James G Wald law firm won my case. I had everything to loose and they made sure that my daughter and I succeeded in proving our case, that the Will was valid. While dealing with the worst thing that has ever happened to me in my life, loosing my mother, they stepped in and supported us every step of the way, and I believe they also created new case law for reference in regards to holographic wills. I highly recommend Mr. Wald's law firm. After our probate case. I retained James G Wald law firm again to handle my estate planning need to avoid probate for my estate. Once again Jim and John took time to work though the process with me. I am please with my estate plan and again would highly recommend James G Wald PC for estate planning.

Posted by Julie | August 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Smarter than the average bear.....

My mother hired Mr. Wald for her final update to her trust and will about a year before her death. When mom died Mr. Wald guided my sister through the process of executing her trust. We were pleased with his expertise and clarity. The process went very smoothly, mostly because he can see around c...orners and knows what to expect before it happens. When my brother died in October of 2018 without the benefit of a trust, will, and in short a "plan" it fell on my sister and I to wrap up his end of life loose ends. Without hesitation we "Called Wald", and he guided us through probate and all of the details that NOT having a plan entails. With a combination of professional expertise and rare sense of humor he handled a sad and bad situation to our satisfaction. Thanks Jim and John, you are both a rare breed in todays world.

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Christopher Lindsay

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jim for years. He is great advocate for his clients and is always looking out for their best interests. He has significant experience in the area of estate planning and probate law. I would highly recommend him to represent you."

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Eric Wejroch

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim does an excellent job. He uses his in-depth understanding of the estate planning process and the nuances of subtle changes to achieve his clients goals. Jim does a great job of explaining complex concepts in an understandable manner. Without hesitation, I endorse Jim."

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Joseph Lavigne

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim is very honest and hard working and does an outstanding job for his clients. I have referred clients to him with great results."

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James Frederick

Estate planning lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a conscientious hard-working estate planner who takes the time to do the best job possible for his clients. He is extremely well-versed in the law and uses his vast knowledge and experience to provide his clients with the best options for achieving their objectives. I highly recommend his services."

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Christopher Lindsay

Elder law lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Founding Partner, Jim Wald Law

2003 - 2008

Partner, Estate Planning & Elder Law Services

2000 - 2003

Associate Attorney, Sullivan & Leavitt

Associations

1999 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member, Probate & Estate Planning Section

Education

1999

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Illinois

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2007

Community Education Seminars

Estate Planning

2006

Community Education Seminars

Medicaid Planning

2005

Community Education Seminars

Probate & Trust Administration

Languages

English

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