Atty. Andrew L. Rassi

Atty. Andrew L. Rassi

Selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2008, 2009, 2010 & 2011 Michigan Rising Stars listing in Super Lawyers magazine in the field of Closely Held Business Law. Andrew has represented hundreds of closely held and family businesses as general corporate counsel.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Andrew L. Rassi at a glance

Andrew L. Rassi is a Member based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Schnelker, Rassi & McConnell PLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on formation, wills, contracts, trusts, and probate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1997). Educated at Vanderbilt University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Hope College (B.A. Communications, 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Past Chairman, Real Property Section, State Bar of Michigan Grand Rapids Bar Association. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2008, 2009, 2010 & 2011 Michigan Rising Stars listing in Super Lawyers magazine in the field of Closely Held Business Law
  • Andrew has represented hundreds of closely held and family businesses as general corporate counsel
  • His extensive experience in the areas of estate planning and business succession planning is of particular interest to family-owned businesses who need help with this delicate issue
  • In representing closely held, but growing businesses, Andrew has been instrumental in helping his clients with business purchases, mergers, property tax appeals and security offerings among other things
  • Andrew has also developed a niche practice in franchise, licensing and distribution law where he assists franchisors with formation, registration and maintenance of their franchise systems throughout the United States
  • He also assists franchisees with the review of area developer, royalty, franchise and other licensing and distribution agreements

Practice Areas Explained

Andrew L. Rassi's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew L. Rassi handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Wills

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Contracts

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Trusts

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Probate

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Grand Rapids are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Andrew L. Rassi

Where is Andrew L. Rassi's law office located?
Andrew L. Rassi's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Schnelker, Rassi & McConnell PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Andrew L. Rassi handle?
Andrew L. Rassi focuses on formation, wills, contracts, trusts, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Andrew L. Rassi practiced law?
Andrew L. Rassi has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Andrew L. Rassi go to law school?
Andrew L. Rassi earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Communications, 1994).
How can I contact Andrew L. Rassi for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Andrew L. Rassi received?
Andrew L. Rassi's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University School of Law
- 1997
B.A. Communications
Hope College
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1997

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