Scott J. Sumner

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Scott J. Sumner

also known as Sumner & Associates, P.C.

4.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 35 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Rochester Hills, MI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

730 S. Rochester Road, Rochester Hills, MI

Virtual Consultation Available

About Scott

Biography

Affordable. Caring. Lawyers with (30) years of experience in helping client understand all aspect of Divorce & all legal matters. Call for a free Q & A with a lawyer 248-650-0055

A tough criminal lawyer with over 30 years of trial experience and tenacity. Easing clients burden of being charged with a crime. Affordable. Caring. Successful record of winning cases! Call 248-650-0055

Helping clients understand all aspect of Divorce, Custody and Property settlements, since 1962. Affordable. Caring. Experienced. Call for a Free consultation 248-650-0055.

Helping clients understand all aspect of Estate Planning with Wills, Powers of Attorney, Deeds and Living Trust, since 1962. Affordable. Caring. Experienced. Call for a Free consultation 248-650-0055.

No fee until we WIN your case. We have been helping client WIN or settle claims for Personal Injury, Auto/Truck/Motorcycle Accidents and Medical Malpractice since 1962. Don't wait in line at a mega firm, get personalized attention to your case. Call for help 248-650-0055

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

36 years

40%
Estate Planning 40%

40%
Criminal Defense 10%

36 years

10%
Personal Injury 10%

36 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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+ 9
Gold Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 35 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1990

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Sumner & Associates, P.C.

730 S. Rochester Road, Rochester Hills, MI, 48307

www.sumnerpc.com

Online Presence

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Scott J. Sumner's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

150 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Kirk | April 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Deciding on which way to go on obtaining living wills

Scott J. Sumner presented us with video where he totally explained the differences types of estate planning. Afterward had a meeting with him where we could review as to what we saw and questions we might have of the differences between a trust or a living will type for estate planning. afterward w...e felt comfortable with our decision to proceed to close . Scott and his Paralegals Sarah and Rori were a pleasure to do business with. And would highly recommend.

Scott Sumner

Replied last April 28, 2023

Thanks for the review, Kirk. It was a pleasure working with you and your wife. If you have any follow-up questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Posted by ken | June 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

estate planning

Even though i had a previous trust Scott took the time to teach me & my wife the correct way of doing it. He also took the time to make sure we understood everything. Both Scott & his assistant Sarah were courteous, friendly, & extremely helpful. Their knowledge of the process, ...& the law is most impressive.

Scott Sumner

Replied last June 27, 2021

Thank you for the recommendation, Ken. We are happy that you are pleased with the outcome of your estate planning! Please do not hesitate to call if you have follow-up questions.

Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Very Pleased

We hired Scott to work up a Will for us and he was very informative and helpful!! His assistant was very accommodating and friendly!!!

Scott Sumner

Replied last October 17, 2017

Thank you for taking the time to review our office. We appreciate the positive feedback and look forward to assisting you in future matters that may require representation.

Posted by Jeffrey | September 08, 2017 | Estate Planning

review

My wife and I were very pleased with Scott Sumner. He walked us through the whole estate plan process, educating us along the way. We feel very confident that when the end of time comes, our estate will be dispersed to our children in an orderly way. Scott was very patient, kind and knowledgeable.... We would highly recommend him for legal services. Sincerely The Gill's

Scott Sumner

Replied last September 08, 2017

Thank you for your trust and confidence in our office. We care about our clients and appreciate your favorable review. We hope we have a client for life. If I may be of assistance in the future, please feel free to call.

Posted by Paul | September 08, 2017 | Estate Planning

A wise professional

When we go through the trials of life there are things we need to be ready for including the death of our beloved parents. If you put off your family legal affairs until it's to late you will regret it. Trust me, the last thing you will be thinking about after a parent passes is legal paperwork, I le...arned it when my Mother passed. Not one single thing was prepared legally and it was a living nightmare. I have one parent remaining and I wasn't going to live a nightmare twice. I needed a professional attorney who could get it done correctly so that when that times again I will not have to fret over legal paper work. Mr. Sumner was professional and courteous and I would recommend him to anyone, he will be our family attorney as long as we remain.

Scott Sumner

Replied last September 08, 2017

Thank you for trusting our office with your legal needs. Reviews are the biggest compliment we can receive.

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Scott J. Sumner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Meghan Todd

Unknown lawyer | Jul 07

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."

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Jennifer Schmidt

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 05

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."

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Robert Sheehan

Unknown lawyer | Jan 06

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."

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Michael Manley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 28

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."

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Brian Potestivo

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 05

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."

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Edward Shaw

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Seth Seidell

Employment and labor lawyer

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Meghan Todd

Unknown lawyer

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Robert Sheehan

General practice lawyer

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Michael Manley

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Member, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry

2015

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

2014

Excellent Rated Attorney, Avvo

2011

Certificate of Completion Probate & Estate Planning, Institute of Continuing Legal Education

2010

Certificate of Completion Family Law Program, Institute of Continuing Legal Education

2009

Certificate of Completion Personal Financial Planning, Oakland University School of Business Administration

2005

Leadership Award, Rochester Bar Association

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Owner- Attorney, Sumner & Associates, PC

1992 - 1994

Public Defender, Oakland County Circuit Court

1991 - 1992

Public Defender, Macomb County Circuit Court

1987 - 1989

Clerk, City Of Detroit Law Department

Associations

1995 - Present

Thrift Realty, Inc.

Associate Broker

1991 - Present

North Oakland County Board of Realtors

Member

1990 - Present

Oakland County Bar Association

1990 - Present

Rochester Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

2005 - 2006

Rochester Bar Association

President

Sample of Legal Cases

People vs. Wojdyla

Reduced to Double Parking

People vs. Beatty

Reduced to Civil Infraction

People vs. Nalos

Dismissal

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Education

1989

Michigan State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Michigan State University

Other - Bachelors

Speaking Engagements

2012

The Basics of Planning your Estate Featured Estate Planning Speaker

2011

Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Michigan)

Certificate of Completion Probate & Estate Planning

2010

Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Michigan)

Certificate of Completion Family Law Program

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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