
Reese Serra, Business Attorney in Rochester, Michigan
Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Attorney and Counselor / FounderatThe Private Firm
Rochester, MI
Practicing business in Rochester since 2011.
- 15+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Quick answer
Reese Serra is an attorney and counselor / founder based in Rochester, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Reese has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Private Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Rochester, MI
- Experience
- over 15 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Estate Planning
- Handles Business, Employment, and Estate Planning matters from Rochester, MI.
- Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Reese Serra: Reese Serra is an attorney and counselor / founder based in Rochester, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Reese has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Private Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Reese Serra
Reese concentrates on business, employment, estate planning, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Reese handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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Estate Planning
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Insurance
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M&A
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Real Estate
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Business cases in Rochester, Michigan
Reese takes business matters in Rochester, 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 Reese agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Rochester, Michigan
Reese takes employment matters in Rochester, 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 Reese agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Rochester, Michigan
Reese takes estate planning matters in Rochester, 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 Reese agrees to represent you.
General cases in Rochester, Michigan
Reese takes general matters in Rochester, 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 Reese agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Rochester, Michigan
Reese takes insurance matters in Rochester, 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 Reese agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Reese Serra — Over 15 years of Michigan business experience
Reese Serra is an attorney and counselor / founder based in Rochester, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Reese has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Private Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Reese Serra is a lawyer practicing business & civil litigation, mergers, acquisitions, reorganizations, and formation of business entities, asset protection and 9 other areas of law. Reese received a B.S. degree from Oakland University in 2007, and has been licensed for 15 years. Reese practices at The Private Firm in Rochester, MI.
Working with Reese on a business matter
Reese Serra is a lawyer practicing business & civil litigation, mergers, acquisitions, reorganizations, and formation of business entities, asset protection and 9 other areas of law. Reese received a B.S. degree from Oakland University in 2007, and has been licensed for 15 years. Reese practices at The Private Firm in Rochester, MI.
Clients Reese works with
Reese reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and estate planning matters in Rochester and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Reese Serra's legal education and bar admissions
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
J.D. · 2010
Oakland University
B.S. Political · 2007
Jurisdictions
Reese's state bar admissions
New York
2024 · ACTIVE
Michigan
2011 · ACTIVE
Reese studied at J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.S. Political in Oakland University.
Law school and academic background
Reese completed J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.S. Political in Oakland University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Reese runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Reese Serra's office in Rochester
Reese's primary office is at 125 E. 3rd Street, Suite 100, Rochester, MI, 48307. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Reese Serra — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Reese. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Rochester.
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How to hire Reese Serra — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Reese usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Reese charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Reese'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; Reese will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Rochester, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Reese
Reese discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Reese confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Reese's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Reese Serra
How much does it cost to hire Reese for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Reese walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Reese offer a free consultation?
Reese charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Reese's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Reese's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple business 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. Reese gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Reese take my case if I'm outside Rochester?
Reese 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 — Reese 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 Reese?
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. Reese will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Reese accepting new business clients right now?
Reese'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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