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Amanda N. Murray Selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars for 4th Straight Year Once again, the peer review organization Super Lawyers® has recognized the talents and dedication of our Managing Partner Amanda Murray and named her to the Super Lawyers Rising Star List. She has been selected for this honor every year since 2020. “I…

The team at Bassett Murray Law Group, PLLC is thrilled to announce that Michigan Lawyers Weekly has selected our Managing Partner, Jane A. Bassett, as an “Influential Women of Law” for 2023. Only 35 members of the legal profession in the entire state of Michigan were chosen to receive this honor. “I’m grateful to see…

Padma Raj Attorney Turning life’s challenges into compassionate legal solutions. “We’re all going to experience aging and challenging times at some level. My goal is to help individuals move through these times, focusing on what’s important to them–their loved ones, health, and life’s work. I was drawn to this area of practice to help people…

Whether you have a will or pass without having one, any asset that is in your name alone (no joint owner) and that does not have a beneficiary listed will likely need to be probated to clear the way for someone else to own that asset. If you pass with a will, you are said…

Everybody should invest in estate planning, but estate plans are especially important for same-sex couples in Michigan. Estate planning considerations for LGBTQIA+ couples include marital status, parental rights, financial security, care of each other, and personal goals. If you and your spouse or partner belong to the LGBTQIA+ community in Michigan, contact us for reliable…

As we at the Bassett Murray Law Group in Ann Arbor, MI, approach World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15th, we feel compelled to address this critical issue. Elder abuse is an alarming, yet often overlooked problem. To make a meaningful change, we must raise awareness, provide information, and urge our community to protect…

Our founding Partner, Jane A. Bassett, is one of four distinguished individuals recognized for her contributions to the legal field by the State Bar of Michigan LGBTQA+ Section in honor of Women’s History Month. The Section is dedicated to advocating for the fair treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, and allied individuals through legal…

Individuals and families should consult a qualified Elder Law attorney for assistance when facing long-term care needs. Doing so can save you time and thousands of dollars, avoid missteps in care options, and provide peace of mind in navigating a complex industry. Before committing to paying for Elder Law services, it is a good idea…

The Children’s Bureau launched initiatives around National Adoption Month to call attention to many critical adoption issues. Adoption provides a rewarding way to grow families but can pose unique challenges. At any given time, there are about 3000 Michigan children awaiting adoption and about 114,000 throughout the United States. There are nearly four times that many…

Veterans deserve more than just one day of recognition. November has now been designated National Veterans and Military Families Month. While parades and accolades can be uplifting, many veterans and their families need help and guidance in dealing with their service’s physical and emotional complications. Thanks to the aging process, these needs intensify rather than…