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Atty. William Edward Westerbeke

Atty. William Edward Westerbeke

William Edward Westerbeke is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, special needs and 5 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About William Edward Westerbeke at a glance

William Edward Westerbeke is a Member based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Westerbeke Law Firm, PLCC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, elder law, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996) and Michigan (2003). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Michigan State University (B.A. Accounting, 1993). Active member of Grand Rapids, Chicago and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Edward Westerbeke is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, special needs and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • William practices at Westerbeke Law Firm, PLCC in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

William Edward Westerbeke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Edward Westerbeke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Elder Law

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

William Edward Westerbeke is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Michigan →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 William Edward Westerbeke

Where is William Edward Westerbeke's law office located?
William Edward Westerbeke's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Westerbeke Law Firm, PLCC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Edward Westerbeke handle?
William Edward Westerbeke focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, elder law, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has William Edward Westerbeke practiced law?
William Edward Westerbeke has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did William Edward Westerbeke go to law school?
William Edward Westerbeke earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A. Accounting, 1993).
How can I contact William Edward Westerbeke for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University School of Law
- 1996
B.A. Accounting
Michigan State University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1996
Michigan
Admitted: 2003

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