Zachary Michael Garris, Estate Planning Attorney in Ann Arbor, Michigan

Zachary concentrates on estate planning, general, personal injury, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Zachary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Estate Planning

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• General

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• Personal Injury

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• Probate

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Zachary's primary office is at 300 E Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104-2010. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Zachary for a estate planning case?

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

• Does Zachary offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do estate planning cases in Michigan typically take?

  Simple estate planning 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. Zachary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Zachary take my case if I'm outside Ann Arbor?

  Zachary 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 — Zachary 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 Zachary?

  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. Zachary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Zachary accepting new estate planning clients right now?

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