Atty. David R. Brake

Atty. David R. Brake

David R. Brake is a lawyer practicing business and real estate transactions, probate litigation, guardianship and conservatorship and 1 other area of law.

Lansing Lansing 40 yrs experience 40 year
Call (517) 481-5308 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David R. Brake at a glance

David R. Brake is a Member based in Lansing, Michigan, practicing at Knaggs Brake, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of (1986). Educated at University of Toledo (J.D., 1985) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association Michigan Trial Lawyers Association Ingham County Bar Association. Serands clients in Lansing, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David R. Brake is a lawyer practicing business and real estate transactions, probate litigation, guardianship and conservatorship and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • David practices at Knaggs Brake, P.C. in Lansing, MI

Practice Areas Explained

David R. Brake's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

David R. Brake is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Michigan →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

David R. Brake is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

David R. Brake is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

Power of Attorney

David R. Brake is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Michigan →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

David R. Brake is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Michigan →

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 Lansing 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 R. Brake

Where is David R. Brake's law office located?
David R. Brake's law practice is located in Lansing, Michigan. The firm is Knaggs Brake, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David R. Brake handle?
David R. Brake focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has David R. Brake practiced law?
David R. Brake has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did David R. Brake go to law school?
David R. Brake earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact David R. Brake for a consultation?
You can contact David R. Brake 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 R. Brake received?
David R. Brake's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Toledo
- 1985
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of
Admitted: 1986

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