Brian M. Lum

Brian M. Lum

5.0
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 17 years

Business Lawyer at Lansing, MI
Practice Areas: Business, Real Estate, Contracts & Agreements ... +2 more

2401 E. Grand River Ave., Lansing, MI

About Brian

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 30%

17 years

30%
Real Estate 30%

17 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 335-350 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 17 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2008

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Grua, Freeman, Tupper & Young

2401 E. Grand River Ave., Lansing, MI, 48912

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Brian M. Lum's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Posted by Abbey | February 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Living will

I finally got around to doing my will and POA for health and I had been dragging my feet because I thought it would require some extra legwork on my part, but Brian made the whole process really easy and offered his insight into things I hadn't even considered. I'm thankful for the ease of doing busi...ness with him and having a very organized and well thought out plan that will make transitions for my family much easier in the event I leave this earth unexpectedly. Thanks Brian for your professionalism and knowledge in this area!

Brian Lum

Replied last February 19, 2018

Abbey, I'm glad I was able to work with you to put your estate plan in place. Planning ahead is always better than planning in crisis mode. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or ever need to update your plan. Thank you for the review!

Posted by anonymous | January 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate Planning

My mom and I were trying to finish up her estate planning. We met with Brian to ask some questions and possibly complete an action. Brian did a wonderful job of answering the questions my mom and I had. We proceeded to have him complete the last task. He gave us the steps he would take and the da...te we would be contacted. We got a call the morning he said we would. Perfect!

Brian Lum

Replied last January 05, 2018

Thank you for the review! I'm happy I was able to help finalize those documents for your mother. Feel free to contact me with any questions.

Posted by Melissa | December 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Business

So helpful

Working with Brian has been wonderful. He has helped me handle all of my start up documents for my electrology business. He works quickly, competently and is easy to contact. I highly tecommend talking with Brian about your legal needs.

Brian Lum

Replied last December 20, 2017

Melissa, it has been a pleasure working with you on your new venture! I can't wait to see where it takes you! Thank you for the kinds words! I'm always available if you have any questions.

Posted by Bob and Kathleen | October 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate Planning

Brian very effectively prepared a comprehensive estate plan for us that met our needs completely. Brian answered all of our questions patiently and in a manner that was understood by both of us. We would not hesitate to use Brian's services in the future, and would recommend Brian to others. Kathl...een was Brian's middle school teacher, and so enjoyed working with him in a professional capacity:).

Brian Lum

Replied last October 09, 2017

Bob and Kathleen, Thank you for the review! It was a pleasure working with you. Do not hesitate to call if you ever have any questions. Best regards, Brian

Posted by Kai | June 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Attorney and consultant

We couldn't be more thankful! Brian has been a great help to us during the process of purchasing a property that had squatters in it. He was very quick to get answers to all of our questions and get all of our issues solved! Brian will be our go to forever!!

Brian Lum

Replied last June 21, 2017

Kai, thank you for the review! I'm glad I was able to help!

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Grua, Freeman, Tupper & Young

2015 - 2018

Owner, Law Office of Brian M. Lum

2013 - 2015

Legal & Regulatory Affairs Officer, Great Lakes Comnet/Comlink

2009 - 2013

Legal Counsel - Property Management Group, Michigan Commerce Bank

2008 - 2009

Assistant Corporate Counsel, Capitol Bancorp, Ltd.

2002 - 2008

Law Clerk to General Counsel, Capitol Bancorp, Ltd.

2000 - 2002

Law Clerk/Office Manager, Reid Law Offices

Associations

2018 - Present

Ingham County Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

State Bar of Michigan, Probate and Estate Planning Section

Member

2015 - Present

American Association of Notaries

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of Michigan, Real Property Law Section

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of Michigan, Business Law Section

Member

2008 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

2016 - 2018

Arts, Communications, Entertainment & Sports Section

Member

2015 - 2018

State Bar of Michigan, Solo & Small Firm Section

Member

2013 - 2016

State Bar of Michigan, Intellectual Property Law Section

Member

2013 - 2016

State Bar of Michigan, Information Technology Law Section

Member

2009 - 2010

American Bar Association, Business Law Section

Member

Education

2008

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Northwood University (Midland, MI)

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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