Valerie Lafferty PLLC

My focus is to make sure viable options are offered to the client, offer possible solutions and then collaborate to create effective resolution. I look at the client, and their family if applicable, as a whole to offer a broader view that might offer long-term benefits not previously recognized. I believe there are many times when a thorough understanding of the issues results in solving problems through negotiation or mediation with much better results. Namely it's less expensive, quicker, maintains relationships, usually covers several issues (not just legal) and results in successful and satisfying outcomes. Naturally this is not always possible but, it surely is often overlooked as a solution.

My firm was established in 2007 while I worked part-time at a non-profit called Elder Law of Michigan. Law is a second career for me. I spent many years working in commercial and residential real estate, sales, leasing, appraising, consulting, advocating, and mediating. A significant part of my work was in public projects where I continue to have a strong interest. Rebuilding cities and creating communities, and the housing and the commercial uses, spaces and transportation possibilities that go with it, are very exciting.

Had an individual challenge an assessing decision which resulted in several thousands of dollars in savings.

Helped older senior arrive at an agreement & structure his personal and real property assets to allow aging-in place with grandson's help.