Elena C. Hansen

Elena C. Hansen

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 33 years

Family Lawyer at Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning

29 Pearl St., NW., Suite 421, Grand Rapids, MI

About Elena

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 50%

Trusts and Probate, including Guardianships and Step Parent Adoptions.

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 33 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1992

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Hansen Legal Services, PLLC

29 Pearl St., NW., Suite 421, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

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Elena C. Hansen's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joy | August 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Brilliant

Elena was an incredible resource to me during my divorce. She was compassionate but focused. She offered expert advice and helped shine a light through a very dark, sad, scary and confusing time in my life. What a consummate professional.

Posted by Michelle | November 16, 2013

Thanks to a Great Lawyer

I retained Elena in 2012 for my divorce. I have never been divorced before, this being my only marriage. I did not know what to expect, and have heard bad things about some divorce attorneys ie. that they are overly aggressive and stir the pot to make money. Elena was down to earth, and calm. I ...appreciate the fact that she was very family focused, and did not escalate things unnecessarily. In our first meeting, Elena told me that her job was to respond and not react, and that she would try and spare our children any involvement. To be sure, the process was hard, but at the end of the day, I am grateful to Elena for the hard work she put into my case, and that we avoided a war. I know my children are better for it.

Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2013

Exceptional Advice and Assistance!

Ms. Hansen's professionalism and respect are top notch. In the past when consulting with attorney's I felt more as a number rather than a client. Ms. Hansen explained details in a clear and concise manner leaving me 100% comfortable with my decisions. I highly recommend Elena Hansen and will contact ...her first for legal matters.

Posted by Lisa | September 24, 2013

Knowledgable Counselor

Not only have I had to personally utilize Elena's advice on the family law side, but have also utilized her for my estate planning needs. When it comes to either of these areas, both she and her partner Courtney, have the knowledge and expertise to give the very best advice to their clients. I now ...recommend all of my clients to Elena for all of their estate planning and probate needs.

Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2013

Great Attorney!

Ms. Hansen did an amazing job on my Estate Plan. She was prompt, knowledgeable and very cost effective.

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Elena C. Hansen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Britt Cobb

Family lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Coles

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Elena is an excellent attorney and the attorney I often consult with on difficult estate planning matters. She is extremely knowledgeable."

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Margaret Allen

Family lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Elena for 20 years. She is an excellent lawyer. I would have no hesitation recommending her to anyone. In fact, I have used her for estate planning for my family. She is very knowledgeable and helpful."

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Courtney Quist

Family lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Elena Hansen is a smart, competent, and compassionate attorney. I am impressed by her ability to resolve cases in a short amount of time. I highly recommend her as an attorney."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Jennifer Coles

Unknown lawyer

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Courtney Quist

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Hansen Legal Services PLLC

2011 - 2015

Attorney, Quist Hansen PLLC

1996 - 2011

Attorney, UAW GM Legal Services

1994 - 1996

Adjunct Professor, Davenport University

1992 - 1996

Associate Attorney, Roberts, Betz & Bloss, PC

Associations

2014 - Present

Collaborative Practice Institute of Michigan

Education

1992

University of Toledo College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Miami University of Ohio

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1998

Michigan Court of Appeals Dobie vs. Morrison, et. al.

Languages

English

Activity

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