Orin D Brustad, Elder Law Attorney in Kalamazoo, Michigan
Over 58 years of legal practice · focused on Elder Law, Employment, and Employment Contracts · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Senior CounselatMiller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.
Kalamazoo, MI
Practicing elder law in Kalamazoo since 1968.
- 58+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Orin D Brustad is a senior counsel based in Kalamazoo, MI. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Orin has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Kalamazoo, MI
- Experience
- over 58 years
- Known for
- Elder Law · Employment · Employment Contracts
- Handles Elder Law, Employment, and Employment Contracts matters from Kalamazoo, MI.
- Over 58 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Orin D Brustad: Orin D Brustad is a senior counsel based in Kalamazoo, MI. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Orin has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Orin D Brustad
Orin concentrates on elder law, employment, employment contracts, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Orin 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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Elder Law cases in Kalamazoo, Michigan
Orin takes elder law matters in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Orin agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Kalamazoo, Michigan
Orin takes employment matters in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Orin agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Kalamazoo, Michigan
Orin takes employment contracts matters in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Orin agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Kalamazoo, Michigan
Orin takes tax matters in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Orin agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Orin D Brustad — Over 58 years of Michigan elder law experience
Orin D Brustad is a senior counsel based in Kalamazoo, MI. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Orin has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Orin D Brustad is a lawyer practicing employee benefit law, executive compensation, labor & employment law and 2 other areas of law. Orin received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1963, and has been licensed for 58 years. Orin practices at Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. in Kalamazoo, MI.
Working with Orin on a elder law matter
Orin D Brustad is a lawyer practicing employee benefit law, executive compensation, labor & employment law and 2 other areas of law. Orin received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1963, and has been licensed for 58 years. Orin practices at Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. in Kalamazoo, MI.
Who Orin represents
Orin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for elder law, employment, and employment contracts matters in Kalamazoo and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Orin D Brustad's legal education and bar admissions
Harvard University
J.D. · 1968
Yale University
B.A. Yale · 1963
Jurisdictions
Orin's state bar admissions
Michigan
1968 · ACTIVE
Orin studied at J.D. in Harvard University and B.A. Yale in Yale University.
Law school and academic background
Orin completed J.D. in Harvard University and B.A. Yale in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Orin runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Orin D Brustad
Orin has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Orin's professional memberships and bar associations
of The American College of Employee Benefits Counsel. Rated as "Leading Individual Practitioner" in Chambers USA Directory. Member: Detroit and American Bar Associations
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State Bar of Michigan
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Locations
Orin D Brustad's office in Kalamazoo
Orin's primary office is at 277 South Rose Street, Suite 600, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.
277 South Rose Street, Suite 600
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
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Client reviews of Orin D Brustad — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Orin. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing elder law attorneys in Kalamazoo.
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How to hire Orin D Brustad — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new elder law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Orin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Orin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Orin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Orin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a elder law attorney in Kalamazoo, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many elder law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Orin
Orin 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.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every elder law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Orin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Orin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many elder law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Orin D Brustad
How much does it cost to hire Orin for a elder law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Orin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Orin offer a free consultation?
Orin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Orin's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check Orin'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. Orin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Orin take my case if I'm outside Kalamazoo?
Orin 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 — Orin 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 Orin?
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. Orin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Orin accepting new elder law clients right now?
Orin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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