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Brian J. Plachta

Attorney
Phone: (616) 458-3994
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Brian J. Plachta has practiced law in Michigan since 1984. As a Grand Rapids native and the chairman of Plachta, Murphy & Associates, Brian brings a wealth of legal and business experience to the local community.

Brian specializes in Business & Corporate Law, Real Estate, Elder Law, Probate Estate & Trust Administration, and Estate Planning.

Brian is a frequent lecturer on Business Law and Elder Law topics and volunteers locally at The Guiding Light Mission, Dominican Center, and the Diocese of Grand Rapids.

Education

  • Aquinas College, B.A.
  • University of Detroit School of Law, J.D. summa cum laude
  • Graduate Theological Foundation Masters in Pastoral Counseling
  • Dominican Center at Marywood, spiritual mentor certification

Bar Admission

  • Michigan, 1984

Professional Affiliations

  • State Bar of Michigan
  • Catholic Lawyers Association
  • Grand Rapids Business Owners Association
  • Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce
  • National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
  • Adjunct Faculty, Dominican Center at Marywood
  • Guiding Light Mission Volunteer Mentor

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Blog Posts

Prenuptial Agreements in the State of Michigan
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July 14th, 2017
For many years now Michigan has respected the right of marital partners to waive the statutory rights that are conferred upon them upon the death of a spouse.  For example, if a spouse dies and leaves by their Will all of their assets to their child… Read More
Plachta, Murphy & Associates' Attorneys in the News!
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June 16th, 2017
Here at Plachta, Murphy & Associates (“PMA”), we are always striving to provide the best service possible to our valued clients as well as serving our community.  Every so often, we get recognized for our efforts and we thought we… Read More
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