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Kirk D. Falvay

Estate planning Attorney at Bloomfield Hills, MI

5.0   5 reviews

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About Kirk

Learn Kirk’s areas of practice.

4
Practice areas
  1. Estate planning
    75%
    I handle all matters related to estate planning, including wills, trusts, tax planning,charitable planning, and planning for special needs.

    49 years, 2,525 cases

  2. Business
    10%
    I have helped many people establish their businesses, by setting up corporations and limited liability companies. I work with individuals who are buying and selling businesses.

    49 years, 360 cases

  3. Real estate
    10%
    I handle all aspects of real estate matters, including deeds, land contracts, sales, closings, and mortgages.

    49 years, 409 cases

  4. Probate
    5%
    We handle probate matters throughout the state, including descedent's estates, guardianships, and conservatorships.

    49 years, 281 cases

I enjoy practicing law because it provides me with  an opportunity to continally get to know new individuals and families. When retaining my services,  I like all of my clients to  think that they have found an attorney who will treat them fairly and professionally, and will become their trusted legal advisor.

I  enjoy many personal activities which include golf, skiing, travel, and many forms of entertainment. I am currently giving back to the community, and  helping to protect the environment, through  an active involvement in our local land conservancy.

Licensed for 50 years
State MI
Status Active in Good Standing
Acquired 1972
Updated 02/23/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Posted by Johnna | May 7, 2015
Truly able to "REST" in life vs. waiting to Rest in Peace
2nd marriage, 3 children on one side 1 on the other, a business and real estate - Kirk made the entire estate planning process REAL, EASY, and leaving us feeling confident. He understood our particular needs, he was knowledgeable and full of genuine ideas to manage our estate. I heard him as a speaker which finally hit me on what needed to be done for us as a couple and our children. If you work hard and want to protect what is yours and your family's I highly suggest you contact Kirk.
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Posted by James Studinger | December 4, 2009
Kirk Falvay
I first met Kirk through a client. She was getting help revising an existing trust. I found his advice very practical, and was fairly priced. He was recommending what was best for her. So I had lunch with Kirk to learn more about him. Since then he's helped a number of my clients, and has done some work personally for my family. Kirk has been an excellent resource. When I come across an interesting estate problem Kirk has always been there, willing to lend professional guidance. As a Financial Advisor, one of the risks in recommending others is that they might do something wrong. Financially there is no direct upside for me, but there could be significant client relationship downside if the other professional makes mistakes or treats my client poorly. If all goes well however, then the bonds I have with clients are strengthened. They know I’m going beyond my job and making sure their estate is in order. And they see me as a resource to help them find the best people. They appreciate that I take the effort, and am looking out for their best interest. I’m very comfortable recommending Kirk. Not only is his attitude positive (greeting with a big smile and pleasant handshake), but also he is very good at his job. I know he’s living up to his reputation when I consistently receive ‘Thank You’ notes from my happy clients.
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Posted by Charles | December 2, 2009
Review of Attorney Kirk D. Falvay
Kirk has assisted me on a number of different legal matters such as real estate transactions and setting up a will and trust. Kirk is excellent to work with. He is very good at explaining the complexities of the law. Kirk is very trustworthy, and you feel that he genuinely has your best interest at heart. I would recommend him to anyone.
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Posted by Gordon | December 2, 2009
Very satisfied client
We are very pleased for the opportunity to write this review. Mr. Falvay has been our main attorney for 16 years. With all of our needs including inheritance issues and trusts he has been fair, honest, creative, innovative and prompt. We own a small corporation and he has taken care of our business needs as well. We have had some experience with other law firms both huge and small. Most have been competent but none have ever come close to Mr. Falvay's performance in all areas. Thank you again Mr. Falvay.
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Posted by John | December 1, 2009
Kirk D. Falvay, Estate Planning Engagement
Kirk did a great job explaining estate planning to us and was also very helpful in guiding us through the various decisions that needed to be made. From his vast experience and his up to date document management system, he is able to stay on top of the latest strategies while avoiding tax planning pitfalls they may otherwise occur. I have referred several people to Kirk and will continue to do so as my feedback has been very positive from everyone that I have referred.
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Cost

Rates
  • Hourly Rates $ 250-275 per hour
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 8.0 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
  • Oakland County Prosecutor' Office
  • 1973 - 1974
  • Other
  • Lawyer's Title Insurance Company
  • 1972 - 1972

Education

  • Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1972
  • Miami University of Ohio
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 1969

Legal Cases

  • Craig v. Larson
  • Decision- Supreme Court for the State of Michigan

Associations

  • North Oakland Headwaters Land Conservancy
  • Board of Directors
  • 2009 - Present
  • WealthCounsel
  • Member
  • 2000 - Present
  • AARP
  • Attorney
  • 1996 - Present
  • State Bar of Michigan
  • Member
  • 1972 - Present
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Honors and Awards

  • Best Attorney
  • Citizen Newspaper Readers Poll
  • 2009
  • Who's Who in Madison
  • Who's Who Legal
  • 2007
  • Who's Who in Oxford
  • Who's Who Legal
  • 1992
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 1987
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Speaking Engagements

  • Protecting Retirement Plans
  • Retirement Plan Trusts
  • 2008

Attorney endorsements

Received (6)
Given (4)
Endorse Kirk
Estate planning Attorney | Jul 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Mr. Falvay for more than 50 years as a person and more than 40 years as an attorney. He is our legal communities preeminent estate planning attorney. I heartily endorse this seasoned lawyer without reservaton.."
Estate planning Attorney | Mar 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Kirk Falvay for almost 40 years, since he was first practicing law. I have the utmost respect for Kirk's work ethic, honesty and capability to represent his clients in the most effective manner. I would have no hesitation in recommending any client to Kirk for assistance in any matter, and particularly a matter relating to estate planning."
Estate planning Attorney | Mar 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Kirk is extremely professional and goes the extra step for his clients. I have and will continue to refer clients to Kirk and his firm for estate planning. I find him to be of the highest ethical and moral character and am proud to practice with him in our community."
Trusts Attorney | Mar 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He has been very accommodating and honest about what he can do and has done for clients I have referred to him. I will continue to refer clients to him."
Estate planning Attorney | Feb 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is an honest, ethical and knowledgeable lawyer in this area of the law. I refer all Will, Trust, and Estate Planning matters to Mr. Falvay because of his competence and expertise. I have known Mr. Falvay for 37 years, and he is most competent lawyer I know in this field."
Estate planning Attorney | Feb 23
Relationship: Co-worker
"I have found Kirk Falvay to be an excellent resource as a mentor for a younger lawyer like myself. Kirk is extremely knowledgeable as to all areas of estate and tax planning, asset protection as well as probate and trust administration. In addition to his extensive knowledge, I have found Kirk to be an incredibly thoughtful and caring individual; traits which serve him will when dealing with areas of law which can be emotionally excruciating for families who are dealing with an unexpected loss or complex estate issues. Because I have found his knowledge and professional skills to be of the highest quality available in the areas in which he practices, I give Kirk my highest endorsement."
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