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Laureen Anne Birdsall

Tax Attorney at Wyoming, MI

4.7   13 reviews

also known as Laureen

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  • Licensed for 7 years
    State MI
    Acquired 2016
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Amazing lawyer
John
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Adverse possession
Denise
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About Laureen

Learn Laureen’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Business
    20%
    Business and Commercial Law Outside General Counsel

  2. Real estate
    20%
    Commercial Real Estate and Real Estate Transactions, Commercial Leases Commercial Landlord/Tenant Boundary Disputes Planning & Zoning Environmental Much more...

  3. Tax
    20%
    Property Tax Appeals - Specialty Complex Commercial and Industrial Property. I'm a certified Michigan Master Assessing Officer (MMAO4). I hold a CAE designation from the International Association of Assessing Officers.

    30 years

  4. Divorce and separation
    15%
    If your marital assets include business or real estate assets let me help you achieve the equity you deserve.

  5. Mediation
    15%
    Mediation is confidential and private. I offer services in the following areas: Domestic Relations, General Civil Cases, Civil Rights

  6. Estate planning
    10%
    I am here to advise you on preparing Wills, Trusts and Property Agreements and other Estate Planning Documents.

Experienced Attorney At Law with a demonstrated history of 25 years working in the law practice industry.  Ms. Birdsall specializes in Commercial and Industrial Property Tax Appeals, Real Estate, Business, Municipal, Mediation, Negotiation, Public Speaking, and Facilitation. Strong legal professional with a Doctor of Law (J.D.) focused in Litigation from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School.  Skilled as Level 4 Michigan Property Tax Assessor Ms. Birdsall possesses substantial knowledge of property valuation and Michigan property tax laws.

 

 

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L.A. Birdsall Law
2663 44th Street
Suite 202
Wyoming, MI, 49519
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4.7 / 5.0
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Posted by John | August 27, 2020
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Amazing lawyer
Laureen helped me every step of the way! she was sooooooo understanding and supportive. I will recommend her to anyone that needs any legal help with housing ! Please!! if your reading this, take the chance and call her!!
Posted by Denise | March 11, 2020
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Adverse possession
Attorney Birdsall represented me in a case where my family had owned the property in question since 1952. She prevented the hostile party from taking part of my property and utilizing it for a carport. Our gardens will reflect her favorite flowers from now on. She is a master of craft, and never question why she may ask you to do something, she encourages you to learn and be involved at every level, optimizing your skill set about law.
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Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2019
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Thanks LLC
Laureen was very helpful and very equipped with the essential tools required to resolve my situation. She did everything she was asked to do, and more. Very knowledgeable, professional, and reasonable. I would strongly recommend her professionalism in regards to your need for representation .
Posted by Ra | June 14, 2019
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Counselor - Lawyer
Amazingly insightful person! Laureen Birdsall happened into my life, fortunately, 2 years ago & 5 messy issues later. My legal matters had me confused, broken & dangerously overwhelmed. I needed Counsel yet, distrusted the profession adamantly from existing exploitation! She fit me into her full & demanding schedule as she was headed into another succesfull early conclusion to someOne else's mess!. She changed my life in our first 55 minute conversation. We are facing 'IT' together. She is my Counselor... actively teaching me my systemic MisUnderstandings in the these legal, ugly quagmires which I brought to her. She respects herself in her dedicated, contemporary legal knowledge/networking prudently with a bright, healthy Team~ Networking with entrusted Specialists, not rookies. I have received & will continue to endorse, her personal & professional Integrity. Best Practices IS her view & True Promises kept honorably! Rare, indeed. Hope & confidence in her motives/strategies is treasure under this duress. Thanks LA, Ra
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Posted by Gordon | September 6, 2018
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Mr. Satisfied Customer
I contacted Attorney Birdsall and explained my situation and she reviewed my situation completely and explained my best options and I was happy with the way she was able to come up with a solution that would resolve my problem so quickly and at a more than reasonable fee. My Attorney who is retired now and he recommended Laureen and I couldn't be more happy as I resolved my problem and I am sure I have found a new lawyer because of my referral but more importantly my personnel experience with working with her, she has gained my trust!!
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Posted by Randy | September 4, 2018
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Major MTT Appeal for a Hotel / Golf Resort Property
Our Municipality hired Laureen Birdsall to represent us in a large tax appeal case for a large golf resort with a hotel, conference center and residential development properties. Laureen's knowledge was invaluable in helping us interview and select an appraiser capable of performing such a complex assignment including many parcels with multiple types of uses. She thoroughly prepared us to go to trial while maintaining open lines of communication with us and the opposing counsel allowing us to settle before going to trial.
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Posted by Nuno | September 3, 2018
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A good help and guidance in several as well different legal and business issues
We hired Ms. Birdsall to support us in different issues in the US and all over the country. As a foreign company, we had different aspects of the business where only a lawyer could help and guide us responding/counseling to our different questions, helping us to negotiate various contract, respond to numerous bureaucratic requirements, honestly recommending other colleagues because the matter of the business in hands or State would be of greater help... and in many other business related matters. Also would like to mention that, Ms. Birdsall always seemed to understand the "business side" of all issues. For a company that needs to rely in someone to defend and represent their best interest in different issues this was (very) well appreciated.
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Posted by anonymous | August 29, 2018
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Homeowner
Attorney Birdsall took what we had thought would be a very difficult situation resolving all issues within a day! We had tax, and other property questions. She listened. She was very kind. Attorney Birdsall's seasoned experience combined with her thorough knowledge secured the right answer for us almost immediately. Extremely pleased with Attorney Birdsall and recommending to anyone who desires experience, knowledge, thoughtfulness, and concrete results.
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Posted by Erik | August 21, 2018
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Highly skilled and knowledgeable in all areas of the Michigan property tax
I (on behalf of my municipality) hired Ms. Birdsall to represent my city in a property tax case where a trial seemed likely. She prepared to take it to trial, but also restarted negotiations with the petitioner. In the end, (2 days before the hearing) she managed to reach a settlement that was within 5% of the city's opening offer. I was very satisfied with both the quick work and the result. Further, Ms. Birdsall's ability to clearly and convincingly present all the information regarding the case to the City Manager and Mayor made obtaining approval for the settlement smooth and painless.
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Posted by anonymous | August 17, 2018
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Professional, Knowledgeable, and Caring!
I have been working with Attorney Laureen Birdsall for many many years, specifically with tax appeals in which she is always knowledgeable, extremely thorough, and successful! Her inside knowledge and years of experience of the tax system, tribunals, and general business have allowed her to produce results for our organization's various property appeals. Highly Recommend!
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Posted by Victoria | August 4, 2018
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Professor
Laureen is smart, thorough, has an attention to detail and really cares about people. I have know Laureen for several years now and worked with her in several capacities. I am very impressed with her and recommend her highly.
Posted by Vicki-Lynn | May 5, 2018
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Peace of Mind - Excellent Service
Laureen Birdsall worked tirelessly -- over and above the call of duty -- for me. She not only checked and rechecked her facts, she collaborated with other seasoned lawyers to best promote my interests. She never once made me feel "dumb" or ignorant -- quickly responding to my queries and keeping me apprised of what was going on. Her prices were very reasonable; I could tell that she was not out to gauge me. I wholeheartedly recommend Laureen Birdsall!
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Posted by Mike Kelly | June 12, 2019
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Totally disappointed
gave this layer a verbal go ahead on a Thursday, she said she would follow it up with a written agreement. Six days later no response! Even after three e-mails from me!! So I called her on the sixth day asking why she had not returned a call or a e-mail, her response was I have been very busy but will get to it. Really, too busy to take one minute to fire off a e-mail to at least confirm that she had received my e-mails? How do people like this run a business, and stay in business. I told her I will I will find another attorney.
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Response from Laureen Birdsall June 14, 2019
We're sorry you had a disappointing experience with our firm. We received the "go ahead" email from you on Friday at 4:51 p.m. Unfortunately, due to our heavy client workload on Monday and Tuesday, although we had hoped to, we were unable to get that fee agreement to you sooner than Wednesday. Thank you for your valuable feedback. Best regards.
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Cost

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  • Hourly Rates $ 250-400 per hour
  • Contingency 33%-33%
Payment methods
Cash, Check

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AVVO RATING 6.4 (Good)

Work Experience

  • Attorney & Mediator
  • L.A. Birdsall Law
  • 2018 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Laureen A. Birdsall PLC
  • 2016 - Present
  • Property Tax Consultant
  • Laureen A. Birdsall Consulting
  • 2003 - 2016

Education

  • Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School
  • Juris Doctor
  • 2015
  • Siena Heights University
  • Bachelor of Applied Science
  • 2006

Legal Cases

  • Amway Grand Plaza Hotel v. City of Grand Rapids
  • Although Petitioner received some value reduction, the valuation theories advanced by Respondent were largely upheld by the Tribunal.

Associations

  • WMU Cooley Center for Civil Discourse
  • Chairperson - Legal Sub-Committee
  • 2018 - Present
  • WMU Cooley Center for Civil Discourse
  • Member - Advisory Board
  • 2018 - Present
  • Grand Rapids Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2017 - Present
  • Michigan Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2016 - Present
  • American Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2016 - Present
  • International Association of Assessing Officers
  • Editorial Review Board Member
  • 2007 - Present
  • Alpha Sigma Lambda
  • Member - Siena Heights University's Iota Zeta Chapter
  • 2006 - Present
  • International Association of Assessing Officers
  • Member
  • 1992 - Present
  • Michigan Assessor's Association
  • Member
  • 1984 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Certificate of Merit, Modern Real Estate Transactions
  • Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School
  • 2015
  • Deans List
  • Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School
  • 2015
  • Deans List
  • Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School
  • 2014

Speaking Engagements

  • Motivational Speech on how to get through Law School
  • Incoming Student Orientation
  • 2018
  • 2014 Summer Conference
  • Thinking Outside the "Big Box"
  • 2014
  • West Michigan Management information Business Show
  • Residential Property taxes and Appeals
  • 2010
  • Michigan Assessor's Association Conference
  • Narrative Appraisal Workshop
  • 2005
  • Benton Harbor Jean Klock Park re-opening and ribbon cutting ceremony
  • KeyNote Speaker
  • 2003
  • Michigan Assessor's Association Annual Conference
  • Course Instructor
  • 2001
  • 6-Hour Assessor Certification Renewal Seminars
  • Preparation of Assessments After Proposal "A"
  • 1997
  • February 27, 1996 Meeting of the Environmental Law Section of the GR Bar Association
  • The effect that Amendments to Part 201 of he Michigan Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act have had on the valuation of contaminated property.
  • 1996
  • Michigan Assessor Certification Renewal Seminars
  • Preparation of Assessments After Proposal "A"
  • 1996
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Wyoming Tax Lawyer Laureen Anne Birdsall
Laureen Anne Birdsall
Tax Attorney
Wyoming, MI
Licensed for 7 years
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