Atty. David P. Larsen

Atty. David P. Larsen

Mr. Larsen is vice chair of Bodman's Executive Committee and a member of the firm's High Net Worth Practice Group.

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About David P. Larsen at a glance

David P. Larsen is a trusts attorney based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Bodman PLC. Admitted to practice in Michigan, State Bar of Michigan. Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1987) and Alma College (B.A.). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Detroit) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Larsen is vice chair of Bodman's Executive Committee and a member of the firm's High Net Worth Practice Group
  • He represents individual clients and financial institutions in the areas of estate planning, estate and trust administration, trust litigation, estate and gift tax, real estate transactions, the purchase, sale and lease of aircraft and watercraft, and closely-held business transactions and succession
  • Mr. Larsen has been named 2016 "Lawyer of the Year" for Litigation- Trusts and Estates by The Best Lawyers in America
  • Mr. Larsen is listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2017 (for over ten years) under Trusts and Estates and Litigation-Trusts & Estates and listed in Michigan Super Lawyers 2006-2016 under Estate Planning & Probate
  • He is listed as a 2017 "Top Lawyer" by DBusiness magazine
  • He is AV® Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell

Practice Areas Explained

David P. Larsen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David P. Larsen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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 Detroit 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 David P. Larsen

Where is David P. Larsen's law office located?
David P. Larsen's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Bodman PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David P. Larsen handle?
David P. Larsen focuses on trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
Where did David P. Larsen go to law school?
David P. Larsen earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A.).
How can I contact David P. Larsen for a consultation?
You can contact David P. Larsen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David P. Larsen received?
David P. Larsen's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Detroit); Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Estate Planning.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University
- 1987
B.A.
Alma College
- In Progress

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Detroit)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Estate Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Probate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trust Administration
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — DBusiness Magazine "Top Lawyer" 2009-2016 (Trusts and Estates)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Michigan Super Lawyers 2006-2016 (Estate & Probate)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Rated
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Detroit)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Detroit)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Detroit)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Detroit)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Detroit)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Detroit)
- 2016

Bar Admissions

Michigan, State Bar of Michigan

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