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also known as LifeFocus Planning®
Our practice focuses on estate and business planning. We believe estate planning is a process, not just a set of documents. Whether you are without an estate plan, have an existing plan that has not been reviewed in a while, concerned about protecting your pets, or have other estate planning needs, we can help.
In addition, we help business owners from start-up to sale, whether that's planned or unplanned. We assist with registering the newly formed LLC or Corporation with the state. We also draft how the company will operate and take care of succession planning.
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6001 N. Adams Road, Suite 135, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304
48707 Van Dyke Ave, Shelby Township, MI, 48317
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Posted by Joe | November 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I called around and took some recommendations from friends. However, when I called Matthew A. Ferri Estate Planning a young lady named Andrea picked up the phone and I knew while talking to her that this is a company I could trust with my trust. Andrea consulted wife my wife and I and patiently ans...
Posted by Steve and Kristy | May 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Matthew and Andrea were extremely well prepared for our goal of building our trusts. They made the process easy, complete, and structured to accomplish the goal quickly. Matthew has incredible insight into personal needs and all of the options available in setting up our legal documents to account ...
Posted by Joe | April 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Matt is a well-respected and highly accomplished attorney. I have had the pleasure of referring several clients to Matt over the years and he has always exceeded expectations. I trust Matt, and his firm, implicitly. He is leader in his field and delivers exceptional results for his clients.
Posted by Steve | December 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I hired Matt to write our living trusts for both my wife and I. We're not spring chickens anymore. We needed to establish these necessary documents if unfortunate tragedy struck such as COVID-19. Matt has a very detailed process. His proven business workflow covers all aspects of estate planning....
Posted by Diane | December 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I found Matt to be very easy to work with. It was evident that he knew the in's and out's of Wills and Trusts. He made recommendations to ensure I knew my options and explained the tax consequences of my decisions. I was very comfortable working with Matt and would recommend him with confidence.
"Matthew Ferri is a member of the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys where I have come to know, like and respect him over the past few years. Matt is well respected in the Network and has a reputation for honesty and integrity. He has been a student for the past two years in the Network’s Advanced Counselling Program, of which I am a member of the faculty. He has shown himself to be highly intelligent in easily mastering the complex planning strategies involved, and he contributes often to the advancement of our discussions. I have also served with Matt on a Network team developing methods and protocols to operate a law practice that facilitates the long term success of his clients planning using the Three Step Strategy™. He has made valuable contributions to the team, and he has shown himself to be well organized, responsible and conscientious. I would not hesitate to refer clients to Matt and I recommend him highly."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Matt for the past five years both as a member of the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys, and as a member of the Michigan Forum of Estate Planners. Through our collaboration in these professional organizations I have found Matt to be a very knowledgeable and detailed estate planning attorney. More importantly, he truly seems to care about his clients and enjoys helping them."
"Matt and I have worked together on a number of estate planning and probate matters. I am very impressed by Matt's depth of knowledge and attention to detail. He has a built a strong practice and is constantly seeking to grow and expand his expertise. And best of all, I can tell that Matt truly cares about his clients."
"I've known Matthew for several years. His commitment to helping clients is what sets him apart. He is not a "typical" attorney. He takes the time to listen to his clients to find out what their goals are, and then he takes the time to help educate them on their options. This approach, along with his unique program, which helps to foster an ongoing client relationship is what allows him to make sure the planning he does will work as intended."
"Matt is a detailed and caring attorney. His process for successful estate planning is unique in the industry and gives a client’s plan the greatest opportunity for success. Estate planning is not about just producing a document, although Matt’s are exceptional. Rather, estate planning is about the final result of fulfilling a client’s vision for their family – it is this critical area that Matt is the best… period. Trustworthy, integrity, caring – Matt is all these and more."
"I have gotten to know Matt through the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys. Matt is extremely bright and knowledgeable. He is that rare combination of estate planning attorneys who is both up on cutting edge estate planning issues, and able to explain issues to clients clearly, while counseling them through critical choices. I would not hesitate to recommend Matt to individuals who need to do estate planning, or to financial advisors who are looking for a reliable planning partner."
"I enthusiastically endorse Matt! He is an outstanding attorney with a strong command of estate planning law. Perhaps what is most impressive is his ability to truly listen to his clients to discover their unique needs and then be able to recommend customized solutions for their planning situation. Matt effectively communicates with this clients without speaking in legalese."
"Matthew is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to planning estates, from relatively simple to complex. He puts the extra time in to ensure that he creates estate plans that actually work the way the clients think they should. I highly recommend him."
"Matt provides prompt, professional and knowledgeable service. Most importantly, he cares about his clients, their families and their future. I fully endorse and recommend him."
"I have used Matt's services personally and have referred him to others. He is very knowledgeable and very good at communicating and explaining the various estate planning options."
"I have known Matt for many years and we have worked on many cases together. Most memorably he did some work for my brother's in-laws in a very difficult situation; they remember him so fondly that they still speak of him at family gatherings!"
"If you are in Michigan and want an estate plan that will accomplish your goals for your family, seek out Matt Ferri. I wholeheartedly recommend him both technically and personally. His technical expertise stands out among his peers in the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys, the "community" in which I have known him for many years. As a true "counselor at law" he listens to you, learns about your loved ones and your goals, educates you on the pros and cons of the planning options available to you, and only then, makes recommendations and actually prepares legal documents for you. If you work with Matt, you will understand what you can do, and afterwards, you'll understand what you did! Matt is also among a very small minority of attorneys around the country committed to keeping his clients' plans current over time, and being there for their families to assure a smooth transition when the plan has to do its job. I unreservedly endorse my colleague, Matthew A. Ferri."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is a friend and colleague in the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys. We have worked together on issues that concern estate planners on a national basis. Matt has rapidly demonstrated leadership within the field. He is dedicated to his craft and has developed a comprehensive estate planning process that provides a great level of comfort to his clients."
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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
SUPER LAWYERS - Raising Stars, Thomson Reuters - SUPER LAWYERS
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Certificate of Completion Probate and Estate Planning Program, Institute of Continuing Legal Education
2007
Book Award for Estates and Trusts, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
2008 - Present
Managing Member, Law Office of Matthew A. Ferri, PLLC
2022 - Present
WealthCounselMember
2022 - Present
Chamber of CommerceMember
2019 - Present
Life Care Planning Law Firms AssociationMember
2019 - Present
ElderCounselMember
2019 - Present
Purposeful Planning InstituteMember
2018 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Elder Law and Disability Rights SectionMember
2016 - Present
Michigan Forum of Estate PlannersPresident
2010 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Probate and Estate Planning SectionMember
2010 - Present
National Network of Estate Planning AttorneysMember
2008 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
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2007
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2003
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2012
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2012
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