Dedicated Michigan Attorneys

Delivering Outstanding Results For Our Clients, at Affordable Rates Since 1962

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Rochester Hills

730 S. Rochester Road
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Phone: (248) 650-0055

Novi

28175 Haggerty Road
Novi, MI 48377
Phone: (248) 650-0055

Clinton Township

38800 Garfield, Suite 110
Clinton Township, MI 48038
Phone: (586) 573-7200

Village of Clarkston

5840 Lorac Drive
Clarkston, MI 48346
Phone: (248) 650-0055

Our 4 Step Process

Sumner & Associates, P.C. has expert attorneys with experience at helping clients and providing excellent service since 1962

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Discuss Your Situation With An Attorney

We'll Create A Plan Based On Your Unique Goals

Work With Us To Complete Your Plan

We Will Help You Every Step Of The Way

We Offer A Free No Obligation

30 minute consultation worth $175

30 Minute Consultation Worth $175

At The End Of That Time You Will Know

Understand The Process For Your Case

Understand The Timeline Of A Typical Case

The General Tendencies Of The Court Where Your Case Will Be

The Risks of Litigation & Common Results Of Similar Cases

Michigan Divorce and Estate planning Law firm

Get To Know Our Team

Scott J. Sumner

Managing Attorney

Rachel Caloia

Attorney

Sarah Aldred

Director of Legal Operations

Rori Burton

Paralegal

Maryanne Hakeem

Legal Intake & Client Services Coordinator

What People Say About Us

Client Testimonials

We consulted a few highly recommended attorneys for our estate planning. Scott and his paralegal Sarah were the only one who gave us a fair price up front and stuck to it. We are schoolteachers and definitely needed this to stay within our budget. Not only was the process broken down and easy to understand, but the final product was clearly organized in a nice binder. We also had an enriching discussion about steps to take to mitigate family risk. I highly recommend Scott and Sarah's team for your estate planning needs.

"Scott is an excellent attorney. He was my divorce lawyer and also represented me in my post divorce custody and child support case. He knows the law and very experienced. He is very affable, reliable, and his legal fees are fair and reasonable. He listened to my concerns and goals, and worked diligently to address them to my satisfaction. I've already recommended him to several friends and acquaintances, and I'll continue to do so!"

Excellent experience! Meghan was so thorough with all our document preparation and was very patient with explaining every inch of our family trust. We started fresh (it was over 12-years since our first trust) and was an excellent experience. I highly recommend Meghan and this law firm. We were very delighted with our experience. Thank you Meghan for making something so hard to do such an easy experience.

"Mr. Sumner did some estate planning for our family. His process was flawless, well-conceived and individualized. We needed a few oddball items for which he supplied the legal background and wordsmithing necessary to clarify our needs."

"My wife and I were both pleased with the professional services by Scott Sumner and Associates. The entire staff is extremely competent, friendly, and well qualified for all our needs."

Excellent! Very clear and helpful! Meghan is an outstanding lawyer! She was very patient with my wife and I as we pulled things together for our trust and living will. She was very thorough, very clear, and very helpful. She explained everything to us at whatever pace was necessary for us to fully understand what needed to be done. She never rushed us. I've already referred her to several family members, friends and coworkers.

"I truly believe, from my own personal experience, that you will be hard pressed to find the very best in representation and legal advise as you will from Scott Sumner and his team. Scott and his right hand expert in the office, Sarah, demonstrated their knowledge and expertise with the process and law and were always available to answer my calls or return them same day..."

"I'm a University of Michigan retiree and in 2015 they offered legal services through Hyatt. So I took advantage of this to get a trust set up saving about $2,000. One of Scott's associates was very helpful working with us and we got it taken care of."

"We used Sumner and Associates to assist us with a home builder who failed to complete several repairs on our newly constructed home. Scott was very professional and comfortable to work with. He contacted the builder and was able to expedite the needed repairs, much to our satisfaction. Scott has also represented me for traffic violations, again with excellent results. We would highly recommend Sumner and Associates."

Meghan assisted with creating our family trust. We did not know Meghan prior to this visit and we were very pleased we had the opportunity to work with her during the entire process. She is confident, extremely knowledgeable and has a very calming and pleasant. demeanor. We very much appreciated meeting and working with Meghan. Thanks, Meghan!

"I went to Scott Sumner to handle preparing a full trust for myself and my husband. We recently had our first child and wanted to be sure that we have things in place should something happen. Scott and his team were great at working with us, answering questions and getting us prepared. We now have peace of mind knowing that our little one is protected and a plan in place for her. I will see Scott and team for any future needs should they arise. Great experience!!!!!"

"Attorney Sumner and with his assistant Sarah Aldred created wills, and a trust, durable power of attorney, and healthcare directives for my wife and I. He provided lots of useful instructions and reasons to help us properly implement the plan, and provided an organized binder containing the legal documents and information for survivors to more easily carry on and carry out our wishes."

"My wife and I had a will/trust set up. Much of this was new to us - Scott did an excellent job explaining the details of what we were doing and why, was patient in answering our questions, and ensured we were satisfied and understood things before we left. I'd recommend him to anyone thinking of setting up a will or trust."

Meghan is very knowledgeable and professional. Very nice as well. I would recommend this attorney.

Meghan was so thorough with all our document preparation and was very patient with explaining every inch of our family trust. We started fresh (it was over 12-years since our first trust) and was an excellent experience. I highly recommend Meghan and this law firm. We were very delighted with our experience. Thank you Meghan for making something so hard to do such an easy experience.

Meghan is an outstanding lawyer! She was very patient with my wife and I as we pulled things together for our trust and living will. She was very thorough, very clear, and very helpful. She explained everything to us at whatever pace was necessary for us to fully understand what needed to be done. She never rushed us. I've already referred her to several family members, friends and coworkers.

Meghan was incredibly thorough, friendly, and helpful. She and her team help create and finalize my estate planning including will, and various trusts. Thanks team!

We worked with Meghan for a will/trust/estate plan. She was very knowledgeable, personable and friendly throughout the process. She’s a great choice if you’re looking for legal assistance.

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   Angie Ames 
 December 14, 2024.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The estate planning process was very easy from beginning to end. Sarah and Bernard’s process was very efficient and we appreciated how easy this was. Would highly recommend using Sumner and Associates.
  
 
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   Satya Venkata Krishna Achanta 
 December 11, 2024.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am incredibly grateful to Scott and his team for their outstanding support during my divorce case. From the very beginning, they were professional, attentive, and empathetic, ensuring that I felt heard and understood throughout the process. Scott demonstrated remarkable expertise and flexibility, especially in handling complex matters like serving summons to my wife in India, making the process smoother than I anticipated. The communication was seamless, and I always felt informed and confident in their guidance. Thanks to Scott’s strategic approach, the case was resolved successfully. I highly recommend Scott and his team to anyone in need of dedicated, knowledgeable, and adaptable legal representation!
  
 
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   Rajesh Thakkar 
 December 5, 2024.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service. I would highly recommend Summer & Associates.
  
 
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   Linda Roberts 
 November 26, 2024.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently had Sumner & Associates help us navigate our estate planning, and we couldn’t be happier. From the initial phone call from Scott, to the final review and signing of all of our documents with Bernard, they explained every detail, with patience, to us. We truly appreciated their thoroughness, personal attention and time they spent with us.

The thought of estate planning was very daunting for us but with Sumner & Associates, they made it very easy, and now we are confident that we have everything in place.  We highly recommend Sumner & Associates to anyone in need of estate planning services.
  
 
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   Kevin Hoang 
 November 1, 2024.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently worked with Scott and his team for estate planning. Scott and his team were extremely organized and professional throughout. He took careful time to ensure that we understood all of the implications and details, feeding us information via several session to ensure our desires were understood. His team was very quick to respond and worked with us to ensure that all of our questions, concerns, and special requests were considered. We would highly recommend Scott and his team for any estate planning!
  
 
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   Steve Stanley 
 September 26, 2024.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I used Sumner and Associates for my Estate Plan. They did an excellent jog. Answered all of my questions thoroughly and did a great job of explaining the documents they provided.  Most of it could be done by phone, which was great. Highly recommend them
  
 
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   Alana Bartolotta 
 September 17, 2024.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently worked with Scott J. Sumner for our family’s estate planning, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. We had a MetLife legal plan through our employer, and found them through that. Scott and his team made what can be a daunting process incredibly easy to understand. They were highly organized, walking us through each step with clarity and professionalism. We felt confident and well-supported throughout, knowing that no detail was overlooked. If you’re looking for an estate planning attorney who truly cares and simplifies the entire process, I highly recommend Scott and his team!
  
 
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   Amy Dale 
 August 24, 2024.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great attention to detail! Scott took his time to explain any questions I had and label pages I need to use at the bank,  etc.  Sarah is also a joy to work with taking all my information and getting the job going.  I highly recommend Sumner and Associates!
  
 
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   Kira Voelker 
 August 3, 2024.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sumner and Associates was wonderful to work with. We were building/updating our wills/trust, working from 2 states. The team was patient with our setup, very informational on combining our existing (and non-existing) paperwork, and made sure we left with everything needed and more for anything that may arise.

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At Sumner & Associates, P.C., we proudly provide outstanding representation to clients who are seeking legal assistance in Michigan. We achieve outstanding results for our clients and we offer experienced, dedicated legal counsel. Scott J. Sumner provides knowledge of the Michigan legal system to ensure that you receive the outcome that you deserve.

Unlike other firms in the area, Sumner & Associates, P.C. focuses on helping each client reach the best possible outcome by managing cases, planning for the unexpected, and protecting the interests of the client each step of the way. We offer counsel in several different disciplines for legal complications. If you are facing an estate planning concern, such as drafting, executing, or modifying a portion of a will or trust, we are here to serve you. Probate and trust administration can be confusing, and we’re here to help you navigate and handle any estate planning or probate matters.

We have experience helping clients settle divorces, child custody agreements, and property distribution dispute. When you retain our firm, we get to know you, not just your case and then develop a tailored approach to ensure that your rights are protected and that you receive the outcome that you deserve.

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