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Remy Law helps families and entrepreneurs across Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, and southeastern Michigan protect what they've built — through estate planning and business formation — with clear plans, plain language, and 18+ years of Michigan legal experience.

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Estate Planning & Business Law
for Michigan Families & Entrepreneurs

From a simple will to a comprehensive trust-based plan — or from a new LLC to a full succession strategy — Remy Law tailors every engagement to your specific goals. Flat-fee pricing. Plain language. No pressure.

Revocable Living Trusts

Avoid Michigan probate entirely. A living trust keeps your estate private, passes assets directly to your beneficiaries, and puts you in control while you're alive.

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Wills & Pour-Over Wills

A well-drafted will is the foundation of any estate plan. We draft clear, enforceable Michigan wills that reflect your wishes and hold up when it matters most.

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Durable Power of Attorney

Designate someone you trust to handle your financial affairs if you're ever incapacitated — before a court has to do it for you.

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Patient Advocate Designation

Michigan's healthcare directive ensures your medical wishes are honored and your family isn't left guessing during a crisis.

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Estate Plan Review & Update

Michigan law changes. Your life changes. We review and modernize existing estate plans so your documents actually do what you think they do.

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Business Succession Planning

We help small business owners integrate buy-sell agreements and succession plans into their overall estate strategy — protecting the business you built.

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George H. Remy III — Estate Planning and Business Law Attorney, Remy Law, Ann Arbor Michigan
18+
Years Licensed
About Remy Law

A Michigan Attorney Who Understands What's at Stake

Remy Law is the practice of George H. Remy III — a Michigan-licensed attorney with 18+ years of experience. We bring a direct, practical approach to estate planning: no jargon, no pressure, and transparent flat-fee pricing from day one.

  • Michigan-licensed attorney serving Washtenaw County, Wayne County, and all of southeastern Michigan
  • Based in Ann Arbor — convenient for Dexter, Saline, Chelsea, Plymouth, Canton, Ypsilanti, and Livonia clients
  • Flat-fee estate planning with written quotes before any work begins — no billing surprises
  • Coordinated planning with Two Birds Wealth Strategies and Angie Finch, CPA for a complete financial team
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Two Birds Wealth Strategies
Financial Planning Partner · Ann Arbor, MI
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Angie Finch, CPA
Tax & Accounting Partner · Dexter, MI

"Estate planning, financial planning, and tax planning work best when they work together — which is why Remy Law partners with Two Birds Wealth Strategies and Angie Finch, CPA."

Service Areas

Serving Families Across Washtenaw & Wayne County

Remy Law serves clients throughout southeastern Michigan. Whether you're in Ann Arbor or the surrounding communities, we make the process easy — including remote consultations at your convenience.

Ann Arbor, MI

Estate planning attorney for Ann Arbor families and University of Michigan community members. Wills, trusts, and powers of attorney for Washtenaw County.

Dexter, MI

Trusted estate planning counsel for Dexter-area families — conveniently located for western Washtenaw County residents.

Plymouth & Canton, MI

Serving western Wayne County including Plymouth, Canton, and Northville with comprehensive estate planning and trust services.

Saline & Chelsea, MI

Estate planning attorney for Saline and Chelsea residents. Protecting the families and farms of southern Washtenaw County.

Ypsilanti, MI

Accessible, flat-fee estate planning for Ypsilanti and eastern Washtenaw County families.

Brighton & Howell, MI

Livingston County estate planning available by appointment. Remote consultations available for your convenience.

Livonia, MI

Estate planning and business formation attorney serving Livonia and western Wayne County families and entrepreneurs.

Farmington Hills & Northville

Serving Oakland and western Wayne County families with trust-based plans designed to avoid Michigan probate.

All of Southeast Michigan

Remote consultations available statewide. Estate planning done on your schedule — without the drive.

Our Process

Clear. Simple. Built Around You.

We've removed every unnecessary step from the estate planning process. Here's what working with Remy Law looks like from start to finish.

01

Free Consultation

A 15–30 minute call to understand your family, assets, and goals. No pressure, no obligation — just an honest conversation about what you need.

02

Your Plan, Designed

We identify the right documents for your situation and provide a flat-fee quote in writing before any work begins. No surprises.

03

Review Together

We walk through every document in plain language — so you understand exactly what you're signing, who's protected, and why.

04

Executed & Complete

Documents are signed, witnessed, and notarized. Your plan is complete — and Remy Law is here as your life and the law evolve.

Client Stories

Michigan Families Who Found Peace of Mind

"

George made the whole trust process feel manageable. We'd been putting it off for years — he had everything done in two weeks and actually explained what it all meant.

Sarah & David M.
Ann Arbor, Michigan
"

Our financial advisor at Two Birds recommended Remy Law. Having the legal and financial side coordinated was a huge relief — everything clicked into place.

Robert K.
Dexter, Michigan
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After my mother passed without a plan, I vowed not to do that to my kids. The flat-fee pricing and straightforward process made it easy to finally get it done.

Jennifer L.
Plymouth, Michigan
Insights & Resources

Estate Planning Guidance
From the Remy Law Team

Practical estate planning insights for Michigan families — written by George Remy in plain language, no legal jargon required.

Featured Article · March 2026

The Gift You Intend vs.
The Gift They Receive

How the Right Legal Tools Can Help Protect Every Dollar You Give

When your financial advisor shows you how much you can give — and when — that's only half the equation. The other half is making sure that gift actually lands the way you intend. As an estate planning attorney, my job is to build the legal framework that transforms a generous plan into a risk-mitigated, purposeful transfer of wealth.

Most people focus on the "how much" and the "when" of lifetime giving. Rarely does anyone ask: "What happens to this gift after I give it?" A check written to an adult child is a gift, but it's also an asset now sitting in their name — fully exposed to divorce proceedings, creditor claims, or simply the financial pressures of life.

The right legal structure doesn't just move your money. It moves it with intention.

Tools That Help Put Guardrails on Generosity

Irrevocable Trusts for Large Gifts

Placing assets in trust for a child's benefit lets you set terms — what the funds can be used for, when distributions are made, and how assets are protected from outside claims.

Crummey Trusts

Use the annual gift tax exclusion while maintaining trust structure. Assets stay protected rather than passing outright to beneficiaries who may be exposed to creditor claims.

Equalization Clauses in Your Estate Plan

When you help one child with a down payment now, your will or trust needs to reflect how that's accounted for — or lifetime generosity can inadvertently create family conflict later.

529 Plan Ownership Structures

When you are the account owner rather than the parent, you retain more control — and in some states, funds may be better protected from the parent's creditors.

George Remy
George H. Remy III
Estate Planning Attorney · Remy Law · Ann Arbor, MI

Michigan Estate Planning Quick Facts

  • Michigan probate can be avoided entirely with a properly funded revocable living trust
  • The 2026 annual gift tax exclusion is $19,000 per recipient
  • QCDs from your IRA can satisfy RMDs without adding to your taxable income (age 70½+)
  • Estate plans drafted 5+ years ago may not reflect current Michigan law or your current goals

Is your estate plan keeping up with your life?

A 15-minute call can tell you whether your current documents are doing what you think they are.

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In Partnership With

This article originally appeared in Bird's-Eye View, the monthly newsletter of Two Birds Wealth Strategies, Ann Arbor, MI.

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