Justine M Tohm, Estate Planning Attorney in Freeland, Michigan

Justine concentrates on estate planning, family law, general, landlord/tenant, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Justine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Estate Planning

  View other Estate Planning attorneys

• Family Law

  View other Family Law attorneys

• General

  View other General attorneys

• Landlord/Tenant

  View other Landlord/Tenant attorneys

• Probate

  View other Probate attorneys

• Trusts

  View other Trusts attorneys

Justine's primary office is at 5798 Midland road, Freeland, MI, 48623. 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 Justine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Justine 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 Justine for a estate planning case?

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

• Does Justine offer a free consultation?

  Justine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justine's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Justine'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. Justine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Justine take my case if I'm outside Freeland?

  Justine 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 — Justine 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 Justine?

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

• Is Justine accepting new estate planning clients right now?

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