Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Mount Clemens, MI
Founded in 1903, our firm stands as Macomb County's oldest continuous law practice. We specialize in estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, special needs trusts, probate litigation, business law, and real estate transactions. Our attorneys combine decades of experience with deep local roots, serving Southeast Michigan families and businesses with personalized legal solutions. Holding advanced degrees in taxation and accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs, we provide comprehensive legal strategies tailored to individual client needs. Recognized by Martindale-Hubbell with AV-Preeminent ratings, we maintain active memberships in state and local bar associations while serving as court-appointed mediators.Our practice bridges traditional legal excellence with modern transactional expertise, including 1031 tax-deferred exchanges and nonprofit entity formation. With three generations of family legacy in Mount Clemens, we remain committed to community service and professional integrity. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures clients receive coordinated counsel across estate, business, and real estate matters. As Michigan Centennial Business honorees, we continue advancing Bert Nunneley's founding vision of accessible, high-quality legal representation.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Litigation
Medicaid Planning
Special Needs Trusts
Business Formation
Real Estate Transactions
Nonprofit Organization Law
Taxation Representation
Alternate Dispute Resolution
Guardianship Matters
Details
- Year established: 1903
Highlights and features
- We offer over 120 years of continuous legal experience in Macomb County
- Our attorneys hold advanced degrees in taxation and elder law specialization
- We maintain AV-Preeminent peer ratings from Martindale-Hubbell
- Our firm is accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs for benefits claims
- We combine traditional legal expertise with modern transactional capabilities
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV-Preeminent
- Department of Veterans Affairs Accredited Attorney
- Historical Society of Michigan Centennial Business
Services
Estate Planning
We design comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Our attorneys create customized strategies for wealth preservation and business succession. Clients receive guidance on trust funding and tax-deferred benefit planning.
Elder Law
Our elder law practice focuses on Medicaid eligibility planning and long-term care protection. We help families navigate asset protection strategies while maintaining government benefit eligibility. Services include Lady Bird Deed preparation and special needs trust creation.
Probate Litigation
We represent personal representatives and beneficiaries in probate court matters across multiple counties. Our services include will contests, trust administration, and guardianship proceedings. Attorneys serve as court-appointed mediators and case evaluators.
Business Law
We assist businesses with entity formation, contract drafting, and operational agreements. Services include buy-sell agreements, business succession planning, and dispute resolution. Our clients range from startups to established family-owned enterprises.
Real Estate
Our real estate practice covers commercial and residential transactions. We handle purchase agreements, title transfers, and 1031 tax-deferred exchanges. Attorneys also represent clients in property disputes and environmental compliance matters.
People
John F. MacArthur
Attorney
John MacArthur specializes in estate planning and taxation with an LL.M. degree. He serves as court mediator and holds AV-Preeminent ratings. A fourth-generation Mount Clemens resident, he maintains VA accreditation for veterans' benefits.
Stanley Hirt
Of Counsel
Stanley Hirt brings decades of experience in local legal matters. A University of Michigan Law School graduate, he has served the firm since 1960. His practice focuses on estate administration and business law matters.
Olivia Rowe
Paralegal
Olivia Rowe supports attorneys with case management and document preparation. A Macomb County native, she holds a Paralegal Studies degree and is pursuing legal education. She manages office operations and client scheduling.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus on estate planning, elder law, probate litigation, business law, real estate, and nonprofit organization matters.
How long has your firm been in operation?
Our firm has provided legal services continuously since 1903, making us Macomb County's oldest law practice.
Do you serve clients outside Macomb County?
While based in Mount Clemens, we serve clients throughout Southeast Michigan including Oakland, Wayne, and St. Clair counties.
What credentials do your attorneys hold?
Our attorneys maintain AV-Preeminent ratings, taxation specializations, and VA accreditation. We also serve as court-appointed mediators.
