Janis Leigh Adams, Elder Law Attorney in Traverse City, Michigan

Janis concentrates on elder law, employment, employment contracts, family law, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Janis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Elder Law

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• Employment

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• Employment Contracts

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• Family Law

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• Litigation

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Janis's primary office is at 310 W Twelfth St, Traverse City, MI, 49684-4004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new elder law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Janis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Janis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in elder law practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Janis for a elder law case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Janis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Janis offer a free consultation?

  Janis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Janis's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check Janis's current terms during booking.

• How long do elder law cases in Michigan typically take?

  Simple elder law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Janis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Janis take my case if I'm outside Traverse City?

  Janis is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Janis will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Janis?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Janis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Janis accepting new elder law clients right now?

  Janis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.