What areas of law does Michael J. Willis practice?

Michael J. Willis focuses on Business, Elder Law, Estate Litigation, Estate Planning, and Formation.

Where is Michael J. Willis located?

Michael J. Willis primarily serves clients in Kalamazoo, Michigan, with an office at 491 West South Street.

How experienced is Michael J. Willis?

Michael J. Willis has 25 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2001.

Is Michael J. Willis a verified attorney?

Michael J. Willis's profile is listed but has not yet been claimed by the attorney. Verification status is pending.

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Michael J. Willis

Director and Co-FounderatWillis Law

Kalamazoo, MI

Practicing business in Kalamazoo since 2001.

25+: Years practicing
4.5 ★: 22 client reviews
3: Bar admissions

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Michael J. Willis is a director and co-founder based in Kalamazoo, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Elder Law, and Estate Litigation. Michael has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Willis Law. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 22 client reviews.

Based in: Kalamazoo, MI
Experience: over 25 years
Known for: Business · Elder Law · Estate Litigation

Handles Business, Elder Law, and Estate Litigation matters from Kalamazoo, MI.
Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Practice focus

Michael J. Willis represents clients in Kalamazoo, Michigan across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.

Biography

About Michael J. Willis

Michael Willis co-founded Willis Law with his brother, Shaun Patrick Willis, following in the footsteps of their father, Hon. Frank D. Willis, former Chief Judge for Van Buren County. Michael is a Certified Public Accountant in Illinois and is licensed to practice law in both Florida and Michigan. He has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America (Lawyer of the Year in 2020, 2022, and 2023), Super Lawyers, and Leaders in the Law, and holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Before founding Willis Law, Michael worked at Varnum, Riddering, Schmidt & Howlett LLP and Kerr, Russell, Weber, PLC.

Michael earned his J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School and graduated magna cum laude with a B.A. from the University of Notre Dame. He is a member of the Florida and Michigan Bars, the Kalamazoo County Bar Association, and the Christian Legal Society. Michael has served on the board at Holy Cross College and is actively involved with the Corporal Christopher Kelly Willis Foundation, which provides scholarships to children of fallen heroes, as well as with St. Monica Catholic Church and Hackett Catholic Prep High School.

Michael lives in Kalamazoo with his wife, Susan, and their six children.

Credentials

Education

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
J.D. · 2000
Huntington College University of Notre Dame
B.B.A. · 1996

Jurisdictions

Bar admissions

Michigan
2001 · ACTIVE
Florida
2001 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2001 · ACTIVE

Recognition

Awards & honors

AV Preeminent

Affiliations

Professional memberships

Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo County, and American
Member, Sections on: Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Taxation Law) Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan (Member, Sections on: Probate, Estate Planning and Business Law) The Florida Bar Association of Attorney-Certified Public Accountants National A · membership

Locations

Office locations

Main office

Willis Law

491 West South Street

Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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Client feedback

What clients say about Michael J. Willis

4.5

22 client reviews

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Frequently asked

Common questions

What areas of law does Michael J. Willis practice?
Michael J. Willis focuses on Business, Elder Law, Estate Litigation, Estate Planning, and Formation.
Where is Michael J. Willis located?
Michael J. Willis primarily serves clients in Kalamazoo, Michigan, with an office at 491 West South Street.
How experienced is Michael J. Willis?
Michael J. Willis has 25 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2001.
Is Michael J. Willis a verified attorney?
Michael J. Willis's profile is listed but has not yet been claimed by the attorney. Verification status is pending.
How can I schedule a consultation with Michael J. Willis?
You can book a consultation through LawyersListed directly from this page. Initial outreach can also be made by phone at 269-492-7524.