Brian J. Plachta

Brian J. Plachta has practiced law in Michigan since 1984. As a Grand Rapids native and a shareholder with 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

Publications

Pillars of Steel

Life’s Toolbox