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I have been advising Michigan residents on current law for 30 years. Let my experience and tenure bring resolution for your legal needs. By evaluating your case and addressing your options I can successfully navigate you through the legal process.
Legal disputes may seem daunting; let me take the stress out of it for you. It’s what I do.
Contact me for a gratis 30 minute consultation.
I graduated from Michigan State University (Go Spartans) in 1986 with a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management and a Juris Doctorate degree from Michigan State University College of Law 1989. I was also the past president of the Rochester Bar Association, I sit on the MOOT court of law for the local judges, and I am licensed to practice law in the United States Federal Court.
Scott is married with 2 daughters and enjoys spending time in Northern Michigan, does volunteer work, and semi-noncompetitive golf.
Practice areas
32 years
32 years
32 years
Languages spoken
English
Sumner & Associates, P.C.
730 S. Rochester Road
Rochester Hills, MI, 48307
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MI | Active And In Good Standing | 1990 | 05/11/2022 |
Legal answers | 47 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Distinguished | Martindale-Hubbell | 2021 |
Client Champion Award | Martindale-Hubbell | 2021 |
Member | America's Top 100 Attorneys | 2020 |
BV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Client Distinction Award | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
America's Most Honored Professionals | American Registry | 2016 |
10 Best Family Law Attorneys | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2015 |
25 Years of Service Recgonition | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
10 Best DUI/DWI Attorneys | American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys | 2015 |
10 Best Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2015 |
Excellent Rated Attorney | Avvo | 2014 |
Certificate of Completion Probate & Estate Planning | Institute of Continuing Legal Education | 2011 |
Certificate of Completion Family Law Program | Institute of Continuing Legal Education | 2010 |
Certificate of Completion Personal Financial Planning | Oakland University School of Business Administration | 2009 |
Leadership Award | Rochester Bar Association | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner- Attorney | Sumner & Associates, PC | 1990 - Present |
Public Defender | Oakland County Circuit Court | 1992 - 1994 |
Public Defender | Macomb County Circuit Court | 1991 - 1992 |
Clerk | City Of Detroit Law Department | 1987 - 1989 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Thrift Realty, Inc. | Associate Broker | 1995 - Present |
North Oakland County Board of Realtors | Member | 1991 - Present |
Oakland County Bar Association | 1990 - Present | |
Rochester Bar Association | Member | 1990 - Present |
State Bar of Michigan | 1989 - Present |
Rochester Bar Association | President | 2005 - 2006 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Getting Divorced In Michigan | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Michigan State University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1989 |
Michigan State University | Other - Bachelors | 1986 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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The Basics of Planning your Estate | Featured Estate Planning Speaker | 2012 |
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Michigan) | Certificate of Completion Probate & Estate Planning | 2011 |
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Michigan) | Certificate of Completion Family Law Program | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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People vs. Wojdyla | Reduced to Double Parking |
People vs. Beatty | Reduced to Civil Infraction |
People vs. Nalos | Dismissal |
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Meghan Todd, Unknown Attorney on Jul 7, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Scott is one of the most innovative, resourceful and knowledgeable lawyers you will have the chance to work with. His entire practice has been structured around the client. When you hire Scott, you can be assured he will find the best possible result for you. I highly recommend him.
Jennifer Schmidt, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Sumner for many years and have full confidence in his professional advice.
Meghan Todd, Unknown Attorney on Jul 7, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Scott is one of the most innovative, resourceful and knowledgeable lawyers you will have the chance to work with. His entire practice has been structured around the client. When you hire Scott, you can be assured he will find the best possible result for you. I highly recommend him.
Jennifer Schmidt, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Sumner for many years and have full confidence in his professional advice.
Robert Sheehan, Unknown Attorney on Jan 6, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
A well respected attorney in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend Scott to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.
Michael Manley, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 28, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have referred clients to Attorney Sumner for divorce and criminal cases. He has handled them with the utmost integrety, competence and professionalism. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Sumner for a variety of legal services.
Brian Potestivo, Estate planning Attorney on Mar 5, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Scott is an extremely hard working, detail oriented lawyer. I would highly recommend his legal services.