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Sandy is a Senior Attorney at EPLG who practices in our Metro Detroit offices. She has over 20 years of experience with probate, trusts & estates and related areas of practice. A trusted and skilled advisor, Sandy has helped both individual and business clients by providing thoughtful and creative solutions to suit their respective needs.. Sandy is an active board member of the Hispanic Bar Association of Michigan and speaks frequently on the topic of women and minorities in law careers. She serves on numerous community and professional boards and committees. Her hard work was formally recognized in 2019 when she was named “An Esteemed Woman of Michigan”.. Sandy is a graduate of the Michigan State University College of Law (J.D., cum laude, 1998) and received her undergraduate degree from Grand Valley State University.. State Bar of Michigan MemberState Bar Estate Planning & Probate CertificateHispanic Bar Association of MichiganNational Hispanic Bar AssociationWayne State University Board of Governors, Governor EmeritusDetroit Public Schools Community District, Bilingual Parent Advisory CouncilNorthville Public Schools, Curriculum CouncilDetroit Hispanic Development Corporation, Board Secretary

Peter was born and raised in Ann Arbor and deeply values his ties to the local community. In 2018, Peter merged his Ann Arbor law firm, The Law Offices of Peter C. Clark, PLC, into Ferguson Widmayer & Clark PC where he now operates as a Principal/Shareholder. Peter practices in the areas of estate planning (to include high-value taxable estates), trust and estate administration, business planning, and real estate. Peter also devotes a large amount of time to special needs estate planning, both in the representation of families with members who have special needs and also through educating other professionals involved in special needs services. Peter is a highly skilled and trusted counselor who chose his areas of practice based on his love for building relationships with clients, helping to simplify complicated situations, and providing clients with peace of mind.. Prior to entering private practice in 2015, Peter was a commissioned officer/attorney in the United States Army Judge Advocate General Corps (JAG Corps). As an active duty JAG attorney, Peter served in a multitude of roles to include Chief of Legal Client Services-Fort Bliss, TX, Senior Trial Counsel-Fort Bliss, Military Magistrate- Fort Bliss, Special Assistant United States Attorney- Western District of Texas, El Paso, and the sole active duty JAG attorney for the State of Michigan. Peter has also worked in the Office of General Counsel of the Army- Pentagon, the United States Attorney’s Office- Detroit, and the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office- Detroit. Before becoming an officer in the Army and an attorney, Peter owned a multifaceted music business in downtown Ann Arbor that included a retail store, recording studios, a recording label, and event management.. In addition to practicing law in Ann Arbor, Peter enjoys being involved in numerous local organizations. He serves as Co-Chair of the Washtenaw County Bar Association’s Solo and Small Firm section and is a member of the Estate Planning, Business, and Real Estate sections. Peter is also heavily involved in several local charitable organizations to include serving as a Director for Ann Arbor’s Community Action Network (a large non-profit organization operating multiple community centers in Ann Arbor) and membership in Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation’s Network of Professional Advisors.. Peter lives in Ann Arbor with his wife Leah, a special education teacher, and their two daughters. When not practicing law or spending time with family, Peter indulges in his love for art and music.. “I find great satisfaction in serving people within my community and helping them obtain the peace of mind that a well-designed estate plan provides. I love getting to know my clients and providing them with effective and efficient solutions to their concerns. When difficult times arise, I find it meaningful to be there to help people through what I know can be a very stressful experience.  I’m mindful of that and want to help my clients navigate the whatever legal issues they are facing so they can focus on what is most important in life- family and other loved ones.”

Mara Kent is an attorney who specializes in estate planning, probate, trust administration, prenuptial planning, adoption, elder law and long-term care planning, as well as business and contracts law.  Mara is a 1993 graduate of the University of Michigan and a 1996 graduate of the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, where she graduated summa cum laude and second in her law school class.  Mara is also a Senior Professor Emerita at Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley School of Law, and she continues to teach there as a visiting professor.  Mara and her husband Tom are natives of Ann Arbor, Michigan, where they raise their two daughters.  Mara enjoys running, painting, and being outside in nature.

I am an Estate Planning Attorney with substantial experience in the related areas of Elder Law, Tax Planning, and Nonprofits. My holistic philosophy focuses on:• big picture goals and family dynamics,• the needs of individual beneficiaries,• detailed guidance in planning for all types of assets, and• tax efficiency.. The most rewarding part of my job is helping clients fulfill their goals and create their own legacy. I have helped clients put protections in place for minor children, adult children, spouses and unmarried partners, animal companions, aging parents, and loved ones with disabilities. I have helped clients navigate and plan for harmony within the context of blended families, share the family cottage with extended family for successive generations, and protect the inheritance of loved ones who may need assistance with managing finances. With a master's degree in Tax Law, I approach all planning with an eye towards tax efficiency, and being active in the nonprofit sector myself, I appreciate the importance of charitable legacy.. I am active within the estate planning community, including as a member of the adjunct faculty at Wayne State University Law School, a member of the Probate & Estate Planning Section of the State Bar of Michigan, and as a contributor to the Institute of Continuing Legal Education.. A significant portion of my practice involves crafting Trusts for animal companions ("Pet Trusts"), and I frequently speak and write on this topic for community groups, law students, and other lawyers. I also enjoy assisting animal-related charities with qualifying for and maintaining tax-exempt status. I'm proud to be an "Animal Friendly Attorney" and devote substantial time to serving as vice president of Attorneys for Animals and a board director of Barn Sanctuary. I was named to Crain's list of Notable Women in Nonprofits in 2018 for my work in the nonprofit sector, and also serve on the Council of the Animal Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan. While I am licensed to practice in Michigan and Florida, I am also available for consultation to assist with Pet Trust provisions for estate planning attorneys nationwide.. I have been recognized for these contributions to the legal and wider communities by Michigan Lawyers Weekly (Up & Coming Lawyers), Super Lawyers (Rising Stars), and the National Law Review (Go-To Thought Leader).

Experienced attorney Jay Mukerji is a civil law and personal injury attorney practicing under the trade name Arbor Law PLLC in Ann Arbor, Michigan. With a focus in Personal Injury, Real Estate, and Estate Planning, Jay is committed to providing his clients with personalized attention and finding the best solutions to their legal needs. He takes the time to listen to his clients' needs and works towards their goals tirelessly.. As an experienced automobile accident attorney and trucking accident lawyer, he is dedicated to helping his clients receive the compensation they deserve for their injuries. He is a humble and empathetic injury attorney who understands the financial and emotional burdens that his clients face after an automobile accident or trucking accident. Jay also handles other civil law matters such as Civil Litigation, Real Estate Law, and Estate Planning.

I am a graduate of the University of Michigan Law School (1998) and the University of Michigan (1991). Prior to entering private practice, I worked as a Referee for the Washtenaw County Friend of the Court for fourteen years (2002-2016). I am past co-chair of the Washtenaw County Bar Association Family Law Section (2019-2021). My current practice is focused on parenting facilitation and estate planning.

My law practice is web-based or virtual, which allows me to avoid the usual overhead that brick-and-mortar law firms have thereby allowing me to offer lower fees. Many clients appreciate not having to leave work or home to meet with an attorney for their estate planning needs! I meet with my clients via web/video conferences and through a secure portal on my website for secure communications.   I am so happy to provide Michigan residents  their estate plans in this convenient manner. To learn more about me and my services, please visit my website at or email me at !

My financial planning background helps me plan estates while understanding my clients' overall financial picture.. My business background and MBA helps me advise businesses with an appreciation for my client's overall business challenges.. My hobbies are golf, reading, community service and taking walks with my wife.