Attorney Tina M. Patterson, Esq., is the Principal Attorney of the distinguished law firm Patterson Justice Counsel, PLLC, and is the President and Director of Research at The PuLSE Institute, a nationally renowned independent, nonpartisan anti-poverty think tank. Both organizations are headquartered in the historic city of Detroit, Michigan USA.
With a decade of legal expertise and prolific public commentary, Attorney Patterson has built and led influential businesses and nonprofit organizations in achieving their goals, getting results for clients, and making a widespread impact. Her work has established her as a prominent woman in executive leadership, including being one of the handful of Black women leading major national think tanks and among the rare 2% of Black women lawyers in the United States.
A frequent analyst on issues regarding the intersections of race, public policy and the law, Attorney Patterson also regularly serves as a panelist for events highlighting and advocating for women in government and business leadership, including The PuLSE Institute’s Global Women’s History Month program with keynote by UN Under-Secretary General, Dr. Natalia Kanem.
As a veteran legal practitioner, Attorney Patterson leads clients on the transformational journey of becoming the legacy leavers of their generation through properly and appropriately planning, preparing, protecting, preserving, and passing their wealth and wisdom for the benefit of succeeding generations. Patterson also helps clients navigate the difficulties presented by legal challenges and effectively advocates for them when confronting conflicts in the complex court process.
Attorney Patterson’s passion for the law, legacy, and leadership, stems from her love of history, and how it can be applied to contemporary issues and in order to create a future for the betterment of humanity. She is the author of many published articles on law and leadership, and is the author of an upcoming book on the principles to apply for leaving a lasting and transcending legacy, due for release soon.
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Posted by Lauren | June 27, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
I recently worked with Tina M. Patterson on protecting my property, and I couldn't be more satisfied with my experience. When I came to her, I was full of concern because my property was under threat and I needed legal counsel. Tina demonstrated exceptional expertise and professionalism, providin...
Posted by Carolann | June 11, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
Thank you Tina for your professional and timely assistance in the matter that we discussed. Your recommendations were strategic and provided the necessary structure to move forward to resolve the matter. Having the right information is important when dealing with legal matters, and I appreciate your ...
Posted by Janai | January 6, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I found Tina through the MI State Bar's directory. I reached out to her about doing the Power of Attorney paperwork with my father and me. I explained that he was in hospital and we wanted it done soon. Tina responded quickly and with kindness. She came to the hospital within a couple of days to cons...
Posted by Kellie | June 17, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
Attorney Patterson was very insightful and full of good advice and guidance with my probate case. She patiently listened as explained the lenghty details (unlike several other attorneys I spoke with previous to my call to her). She advised me of the laws pertaining to my cases. I would recommend her...
Posted by Inette | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Patterson exceeded my expectations with writing our Will and Power of Attorney’s...She was very patient with explaining everything we needed in detail I am very happy...I have already recommended her to some people I know...She definitely cares about pleasing her clients with careful attenti...
"Attorney Tina Patterson is incredibly knowledgeable and professional. Attorney Patterson is an expert in the area of estate planning. She is thorough and hard working. I personally endorse Attorney Patterson."
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Certificate of Completion, Institute of Continuing Legal Education and the Probate and Estate Planning Section of the State Bar of Michigan
2016 - Present
Owner, Patterson Justice Counsel, PLLC
2014 - 2016
Attorney Advisor, Social Security Administration
Member
Win
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
Entrepreneurs & Business Leaders
2017
Women of Influence
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