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Michael Leonard Rutkowski
also known as Rutkowski Law Firm, Mike Rutkowski
About Michael
Biography
We are a client-focused, estate planning, probate and elder law firm with locations in Bloomfield Hills, Macomb, Rochester, Ann Arbor and Detroit Michigan. Our clients are treated like family from the moment they enter our door. Before developing a hyper-personalized estate plan, we get to know each one of our families by listening to their needs, concerns, and future goals.
Beyond estate planning, we recognize that Medicaid crisis situations arise and when they do, we have a specialized, responsive team of attorneys available to immediately deploy. They provide clear, prompt, and reliable advice during times of transition.
We offer virtual consultations and host a series of events in Southeastern Michigan where we are able to build relationships. Our clients become Rutkowski Law Firm family members for life and have peace of mind knowing that our firm will forever stand by and support the plans we develop.
All of this is what we call “The Rutkowski Way.” We invite you to come and experience it for yourself.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Trusts
34%
20 years | 5,000 cases
Elder Law
33%
20 years | 2,000 cases
Estate Planning
33%
20 years | 5,000 cases
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Michigan for 18 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2007
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Location
Rutkowski Law Firm
312 East Street, Rochester, MI, 48307
Rutkowski Law Firm
40950 Woodward Avenue, Suite 130, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304
Law Offices of Michael Leonard Rutkowski
12900 Hall Road, Suite 180, Sterling Heights, MI, 48313
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Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Great Attorney!
Michael Rutkowski made the entire estate planning process simple and stress-free. He is extremely knowledgeable and explained every step clearly, which gave me a lot of confidence in the decisions I was making. I appreciated how responsive he was and how much time he took to make sure everything was ...
Posted by Francis B | November 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Exceptional Estate Planning Experience
Working with Michael Rutkowski was an excellent experience from start to finish. He took the time to understand my goals, explained every option clearly, and made sure I felt completely comfortable with my estate plan. His professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care for his clients really ...
Posted by Jill | November 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Great Attorney!
Attorney Michael Rutkowski was fantastic to work with. He took the time to explain every detail, answered all my questions patiently, and made a complicated process feel simple. You can tell he truly cares about his clients and their families. I’d definitely recommend him to anyone needing estate pla...
Posted by Damon Shields | June 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Estate Planning
We went to Michael Rutkowski to review and update our estate planning. Michael worked through every detail and put together a comprehensive package that will ensure that our later years are worry free. Michael and his staff a true professionals. They understand the law and make the process easy and u...
Posted by The Chizick Family | April 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Detail oriented with fantastic results
Mike and his team were responsive from the start. They handled our tax situation with minimal effort on our part. The team answered questions at every stage, and Mike was available any time we wanted to talk to him. Thank you for everything!
Michael Leonard Rutkowski's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mike goes above and beyond for the families he serves. I’ve seen him in good times and bad, simple matters and complex and he always practices with purpose, intention and dedication. I would absolutely endorse Mike for anyone in need of asset protection planning, elder law or estate planning."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mike is an outstanding communicator who achieves results and keeps his client's best interests a priority. I have worked cases with Mike and have trusted him to represent me in separate matters with full confidence."
"I endorse this lawyer. I trusted him with my family's estate planning, Mike does great work."
"I met Michael a few years ago and have referred my own family members to him as well as some of my corporate clients. He has done a tremendous job on each and every case. Since I primarily represent catastrophically injured individuals, it is essential to have professional and ethical attorneys with the highest standards involved in their care planning. Strongly recommend."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Michael for his entire career and have always known him to be dedicated, professional, honest and effective in his representation of clients. I have referred several people personally to him."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Michigan Rising Star, Michigan Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner / Attorney, Rutkowski Law Firm
2007 - 2015
Attorney, EvansPletkovic, PC
Associations
2018 - Present
EO DetroitMember
2017 - Present
Lawyers with PurposeMember
Education
2006
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Western Michigan University
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2015
248 Investment Academy
Estate Planning
Publications
2020
Rutkowski Law Firm Blog
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Languages
English
Activity
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