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Michael P. Witzke

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Michael P. Witzke focuses his practice on estate and gift tax planning, special needs planning, asset protection, charitable giving, family office services, and business succession planning. He advises clients on strategies designed to protect, manage, and transfer wealth in an efficient and thoughtful manner.

Michael works closely with high-net-worth families, business owners, and physicians, tailoring planning solutions to meet complex personal and business objectives. He practices in the Metro Detroit, Chicago, and South Florida markets.

A Chartered Life Underwriter and Chartered Financial Consultant, Michael holds a Retirement Planning Specialist designation from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School. He is a member of the Probate and Estate Planning Section of the State Bar of Michigan and the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Legal Financial Network.

Education

J.D., Wayne State University Law School, Detroit, Michigan
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan

Recognitions

Selected for inclusion in Michigan Super Lawyers (2011-2017, 2022-2025)

Named as a Michigan Leading Lawyer (2025)

AV Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell

Memberships

Member, State Bar of Michigan – Probate and Estate Planning Section

Southeast Michigan Legal Financial Network

State Bar Licenses

Michigan, Illinois, Florida

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