Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Estate Planning Attorneys in Royal Oak, MI
At Nakisher Law Firm, we combine decades of legal expertise with compassionate service to guide families through estate planning, elder law, and trust administration. Founded in 1994 as Einheuser & Associates, our practice has evolved to meet the complex needs of clients across Southeast Michigan while maintaining a commitment to personalized legal solutions. Our team of experienced attorneys specializes in creating tailored estate plans that protect assets, minimize tax liabilities, and ensure clients' wishes are honored during life and after. We provide comprehensive services including Medicaid planning, probate litigation, business succession strategies, and special needs trusts, addressing both immediate concerns and long-term legacy goals. With a focus on education and proactive planning, we empower clients to make informed decisions about healthcare directives, guardianships, and wealth preservation.Our attorneys bring specialized knowledge in navigating Michigan's trust laws, probate court procedures, and elder care regulations to deliver practical, forward-thinking solutions. We pride ourselves on transparent communication, ethical representation, and community-focused service, ensuring every client receives individualized attention from initial consultation through estate administration. Backed by certifications in legal research tools and active participation in professional development, our team stays at the forefront of evolving estate planning practices to better serve our clients.
Services
Estate Planning
Trust Administration
Medicaid Planning
Probate Litigation
Business Succession Planning
Special Needs Trusts
Guardianship Establishment
Wills & Codicils
Healthcare Directives
Asset Protection Strategies
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- Experienced attorneys with decades of combined legal expertise
- Personalized estate planning tailored to unique family needs
- Comprehensive approach to asset protection and elder law
- Free estate plan reviews and consultations available
- Dedicated to compassionate, client-centered service delivery
Services
Estate Planning
Our comprehensive estate plans ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes while minimizing tax burdens. We create customized wills, trusts, and healthcare directives that address both immediate needs and long-term family security. Our attorneys help clients navigate complex inheritance laws and establish protections for minor children or special needs beneficiaries.
Trust Administration
We guide trustees through post-death trust administration, ensuring proper asset distribution and legal compliance. Our services include probate avoidance strategies, trust modifications, and fiduciary duty guidance. We help families manage ongoing trust operations while maintaining beneficiary rights and minimizing administrative costs.
Medicaid Planning
Our specialists develop asset protection strategies that maintain eligibility for government benefits while preserving family wealth. We implement legal tools like annuities and promissory notes to protect assets during nursing home transitions. Our planning addresses both immediate care needs and future Medicaid eligibility requirements.
Probate Litigation
We represent clients in contested estate matters including will challenges and trustee removals. Our attorneys advocate for beneficiaries' rights while guiding executors through complex probate procedures. We work to resolve disputes through negotiation but are prepared to litigate when necessary to protect client interests.
Special Needs Trusts
We create customized trusts that provide for loved ones with disabilities without jeopardizing government benefits. Our plans coordinate medical care, financial support, and guardianship arrangements to ensure lifelong protection. We help families navigate both state and federal regulations governing special needs planning.
People
Marc Nakisher
Senior Partner
Estate planning attorney with Michigan and Illinois bar admissions. Specializes in tax-efficient wealth transfer strategies and elder law. Recognized as Michigan Super Lawyers Rising Star. Holds law degree from John Marshall Law School and BA from Michigan State University.
John J. Tomaszewski
Associate Attorney
Detroit native with Juris Doctor from University of Detroit Mercy. Focuses on estate planning and probate litigation. Former paralegal with extensive community service experience. Represents clients in trust administration and veterans' legal matters.
Julie Sielaff
Head Paralegal
Lead paralegal with advanced litigation training from Oakland Community College. Manages trust and estate administration processes. Coordinates client communications and document preparation. Certified in Westlaw and Lexis Nexis research platforms.
Rachel Granader
Medicaid Specialist
Specializes in Medicaid eligibility planning and crisis care coordination. Implements asset protection strategies including annuities and promissory notes. Provides guidance on long-term care options while maintaining government benefit eligibility.
Questions
What's the difference between a will and a living trust?
A will requires probate court validation, while a living trust avoids probate by transferring assets directly to beneficiaries. Trusts offer greater privacy and control over asset distribution timelines.
How can I protect assets from nursing home costs?
Medicaid planning strategies like irrevocable trusts, annuities, and promissory notes can protect assets while maintaining eligibility for long-term care benefits when properly structured.
Do I need an estate plan if I'm not wealthy?
Yes. Everyone should have basic documents to designate healthcare decision-makers, name guardians for minor children, and specify asset distribution preferences regardless of wealth level.
What happens if I become incapacitated without planning?
Family members may need court-appointed guardianship to make decisions. Proper planning through powers of attorney and trusts avoids this costly, time-consuming process.
How often should I update my estate plan?
Review every 3-5 years or after major life events like marriage, divorce, births, or significant asset changes to ensure documents remain current and effective.
