Business Details
Trusted Estate Planning & Elder Law Services in East Lansing
Founded on the principles of excellent client service, compassion, and leading-edge legal knowledge, Buhl Little Lynwood & Harris has established itself as a trusted partner in estate and succession planning. Our attorneys bring over a century of combined experience to core areas including elder law, long-term care planning, special needs trusts, probate, and business planning. We prioritize personalized relationships with clients, guided by integrity, trust, respect, and care. Our team includes attorneys licensed in both Michigan and Florida, enabling us to serve clients with multistate needs. We specialize in creating tailored solutions for complex legal challenges, from protecting disabled beneficiaries through special needs trusts to navigating probate and trust administration during times of grief.Our commitment extends beyond legal expertisewe provide reassurance and patience during critical life transitions. With a focus on multigenerational planning, we help families preserve legacies while addressing contemporary legal complexities. Our practice combines technical proficiency with empathetic counsel, ensuring clients feel heard and supported throughout the process. We actively engage in community education through media appearances and professional advisory roles, reinforcing our dedication to accessible, client-centered legal services.
Services
Estate Planning
Elder Law
Probate Administration
Special Needs Trusts
Business Planning
Medicaid Planning
Guardianships
Trust Administration
Highlights and features
- We offer 100+ years of combined legal experience in estate planning
- Our client-focused approach prioritizes personalized legal solutions
- We create special needs trusts to protect government benefits eligibility
- Attorneys licensed in both Michigan and Florida for multistate planning
- Our compassionate team provides guidance during complex life transitions
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help families create comprehensive legal frameworks for asset distribution. We develop customized wills, trusts, and succession plans that reflect clients' unique circumstances and wishes. Our attorneys work closely with clients to address complex family dynamics and ensure smooth wealth transfer across generations.
Elder Law
We provide specialized legal guidance for aging individuals and their families. Our elder law practice focuses on long-term care planning, nursing home placement, and protecting assets while maintaining eligibility for government benefits. We help clients navigate complex healthcare decisions with compassion and legal expertise.
Probate Administration
Our probate services assist executors and beneficiaries through the estate settlement process. We handle will validation, debt settlement, asset distribution, and tax compliance while providing emotional support during difficult times. Our goal is to minimize family conflict and ensure efficient administration of decedents' estates.
Special Needs Trusts
We create specialized trusts that protect government benefits eligibility for disabled beneficiaries. These legal instruments allow clients to provide financial support without jeopardizing essential programs like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income. Our attorneys ensure proper trust structure and ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements.
Business Planning
We help business owners establish legal frameworks for company transitions. Our services include entity selection, buy-sell agreements, and succession planning that ensures business continuity. We advise on compliance matters, real estate transactions, and financing arrangements to support long-term business sustainability.
People
Rosemary H. Buhl
Shareholder
Experienced attorney with extensive knowledge in estate planning and probate law. Committed to providing personalized legal solutions while maintaining the firm's core principles of integrity and trust.
Nancy L. Little
Of Counsel
Dedicated legal professional with a focus on client-centered estate planning. Brings decades of experience in creating customized solutions for families and individuals facing complex legal challenges.
Katie Lynwood
Shareholder
Licensed in both Michigan and Florida, specializing in multistate estate planning. Provides comprehensive legal guidance for clients with cross-border needs while maintaining a compassionate approach to client service.
Raymond A. Harris
Shareholder
Experienced attorney offering expertise in estate planning and probate matters. Licensed in Michigan and Florida, providing valuable legal counsel for clients with diverse geographical requirements and complex estate needs.
Christine M. Kloack
Paralegal
Summa cum laude graduate with extensive experience in probate matters and estate planning. Serves on educational advisory boards and brings compassionate client-focused support to the firm's legal team.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus on estate planning, elder law, probate administration, special needs trusts, Medicaid planning, and business succession planning.
Do you serve clients outside Michigan?
Yes, two of our attorneys are licensed in Florida to assist clients with multistate planning needs.
How do you help families with disabled beneficiaries?
We create special needs trusts that protect government benefits eligibility while providing supplemental financial support.
What happens during the probate process?
We guide families through estate administration, handling legal requirements and providing compassionate support during difficult times.
How can business owners benefit from your services?
We assist with entity selection, compliance, real estate transactions, financing, and succession planning for business transitions.
