Douglas G. Chalgian

Douglas G. Chalgian

4.1
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 29 years

Litigation Lawyer at East Lansing, MI
Practice Areas: Litigation, Estate Planning, Elder Law, Guardianship

1019 Trowbridge Rd, East Lansing, MI

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 29 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1996

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Law Offices of Douglas G. Chalgian

1019 Trowbridge Rd, East Lansing, MI, 48823

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Douglas G. Chalgian's Reviews

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4.1 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Elder Law

Posted by Paul | June 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Very knowledgeable on Elder Law

Doug Chalgian and his staff knows, and is compassionate about Elder Law. It’s very true that death can bring out the worst in a family. Doug Chalgian represented our defense against my mothers trust vs my siblings. I would not want to be across the table from Atty Chalgian. Thank you Chalgian and... Tripp- very professional and knowledgeable.

Posted by Linda | March 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

I can't thank you enough, Attorney Doug Chalgian

When my sister kidnapped our mother and took her to another state, I needed a good lawyer quickly. I am forever grateful I found Doug Chalgian. He responded immediately to this "emergency" hearing giving my sister conservator and guardianship authority in opposition to mom's will. He continued to rep...resent me assertively, knowledgeably, kindly and successfully through trial. He is my hero always!

Posted by Gary | January 19, 2018 | Elder Law

Best in the business

Mr. Chalgian is knowledgeable and helpful in all areas of elder law. His firm is well established and stable. He is family minded and truly cares for his clients. He is well regarded in the community and by his peers.

Posted by Lisa | November 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Review of Douglas G. Chalgian

In my experience, Mr. Chalgian is an extremely experienced and thorough attorney. I was continually impressed with his knowledge of elder law. He and his staff regularly kept me apprised of developments in our case, and were accessible if I had questions. I would highly recommend Mr. Chalgian.

Posted by James Nastally | June 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Saddened and dissapointewd professional and moral ethics

The firm of Chalgian & Tripp severely misguided our family in our parents nursing home medicaid application and process. They argued with DHS over medicaid law for over a year, created a huge debt, told us the entire time that they would win the case. After over $100,000.00 in nursing home debt accum...ulated, they lost all their appeals and left our family with the debt. A very, very disappointing experience, especially while caring for 2 aging parents at the same time. So saddened by their professional and moral ethics.......will tell everyone I come in contact about this experience.

Douglas Chalgian

Replied last June 04, 2017

I never met this person. He worked primarily with a lawyer that left the firm years ago. Obviously I take responsibility for anyone who interacts with our firm, and would do anything reasonable to address their concerns. We have worked with thousands of families on long term care planning. You can go to our website at mielderlaw.com and read reviews from other families who do not feel this way.

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Douglas G. Chalgian's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Fleming

Estate planning lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Doug is a dedicated, bright and personable lawyer. I do not work in his community, but I know his reputation is excellent and his contacts are national. I highly recommend him."

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Constance Brigman

Probate lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is an excellent probate litigator. He has a keen insight that is the marking of a born litigator. And he works very, very hard. He obviously cares a great deal about his work. When he serves on a law-related committee or board, he does not merely show up to say "present." He contributes. And his contributions are valuable because he does his research and comes prepared. Doug gives his very best to what he does, period. He is both a talented attorney and a valuable colleague."

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Phillip Harter

Probate lawyer

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Amy Tripp

Administrative law lawyer

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John Bos

Elder law lawyer

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Robert Fleming

Elder law lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers

2012

Lansing Best Lawyers Elder Law Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers in America

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Top 100 Attorneys in Michigan, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2008

Top 100 Attorneys in Michigan, Super Lawyers Magazine

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

N/A

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Partner, Chalgian & Tripp Law Offices, PLLC

Associations

2010 - Present

American College of Trust and Estate Counsel

Fellow

National Elder Law Foundation

Certified Elder Law Attorney

State Bar of Michigan, Probate and Estate Planning Section

Former Chair

Hospice of Lansing and Ionia

Past Member, Board of Directors

National Alliance of Set Aside Professionals

Member

Alzheimer's Association State Council

Member

State Bar of Michigan, Elder Law and Disability Rights Section

Former Chair

Languages

English

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