Whether you’re protecting your family’s future, navigating a loss, planning for aging parents, or facing a family transition — the right conversation with the right attorneys changes everything. Start yours today.
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Here’s Exactly What to Expect
Most law firms leave you wondering whether anyone even received your message. That’s not how Boroja, Bernier & Associates operates. When you reach out to us, here’s what happens — no guessing, no chasing, no uncertainty.
Step 1: We Typically Respond Within One Business Day
After you submit your inquiry or leave a message, a member of our team will contact you within 24 hours or the next business day to schedule your consultation. If you reach out over the weekend, expect to hear from us Monday. You won’t be left wondering if your message disappeared into a void.
Step 2: We Match You With the Right Attorney
Estate planning, probate, and elder law matters are handled by Daniel Boroja. Divorce and family law matters are handled by Joel Bernier. You’ll speak with an attorney who actually handles your type of case — not a generalist, not a paralegal screening calls, not an answering service.
Step 3: You Choose How to Meet
Your consultation can happen however works best for you:
- In-Person — Meet at our Shelby Township headquarters.
- Virtual Consultation — Connect by secure video conference from anywhere in Michigan. Same preparation, same attention, same results.
- Phone Consultation — Talk directly with an attorney by phone when that’s most convenient.
Step 4: You Leave With Clarity
Your initial consultation isn’t a sales pitch. It’s a real conversation with an attorney who will listen to your situation, explain how Michigan law applies, walk through your options, and outline a clear path forward. You’ll leave knowing exactly where you stand and what comes next.
That’s how accountability builds trust. And that’s the standard we hold ourselves to on every matter.
How We Help Michigan Families
Boroja, Bernier & Associates provides focused legal services across five practice areas. If you’re not sure which applies to your situation, call us directly. We’ll point you in the right direction.
Estate Planning
Available Statewide to All Michigan Residents
Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, beneficiary designations, estate tax planning, and special needs planning. Whether you’re starting from scratch or updating an existing plan, we build estate plans tailored to your family’s actual situation — not recycled templates. Comprehensive trust-based plans start at $2,500–$5,500. Will-based plans start at $1,500–$2,500.
Probate & Trust Administration
Serving Southeast Michigan, Central Michigan & Mid-Michigan
Guiding personal representatives and trustees through every stage — from court filings and creditor notices to asset distribution and estate closing. Straightforward probate administration typically costs $10,000–$15,000. Trust administration costs vary based on complexity, but apples to apples, it’s typically about 50% less than probate.
Learn More: Probate & Trust Administration
Elder Law & Medicaid Planning
Serving Southeast Michigan, Central Michigan & Mid-Michigan
Medicaid eligibility, crisis Medicaid planning, long-term care planning, VA benefits coordination, guardianship, conservatorship, and asset protection strategies. With Michigan nursing home costs running $9,000–$12,000 per month, the difference between planning ahead and scrambling in crisis can be hundreds of thousands of dollars. Proactive planning starts at $6,500–$9,500.
Learn More: Elder Law & Medicaid Planning
Divorce
Serving Southeast Michigan, Central Michigan & Mid-Michigan
Contested and uncontested divorce, property division, spousal support, and complex asset cases including business valuations. We handle everything from flat-fee uncontested divorces ($5,000–$7,000 typically) to high-asset cases involving business interests, pensions, and real estate portfolios.
Family Law
Serving Southeast Michigan, Central Michigan & Mid-Michigan
Child custody, parenting time, child support, paternity, prenuptial agreements, minor guardianships, and adoptions. Michigan family courts have specific procedures, Friend of the Court requirements, and statutory factors that directly shape outcomes. We know how they work — and how to work within them.
Many Michigan residents don’t realize how much the right legal strategy can change their outcome — until it’s too late to implement one. At Boroja, Bernier & Associates, we believe the best time to have a conversation with an attorney is before the situation becomes urgent. The second-best time is right now.
Our Offices
Boroja, Bernier & Associates is headquartered in Shelby Township with additional offices in Troy, Ann Arbor, and Lansing. All consultations — whether in-person, virtual, or by phone — are backed by the same meticulous preparation and the same commitment to results.
Shelby Township (Headquarters)
49139 Schoenherr Rd.
Shelby Township, MI 48315
(586) 991-7611
Troy (Additional Office)
100 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 200
Troy, MI 48084
(248) 677-2250
Ann Arbor (Additional Office)
2723 South State Street, Suite 150
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 749-9400
Lansing (Additional Office)
120 N Washington Square, Suite 300
Lansing, MI 48933
(517) 760-6600
Office Hours (All Locations): Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM Saturday & Sunday: By Appointment
Email: admin@bbalawmi.com
Virtual and phone consultations available throughout Michigan.
Make the Most of Your Consultation
You don’t need to have everything figured out before you call — that’s our job. But if you’d like to come prepared, here’s what’s helpful to have on hand based on your situation:
For estate planning matters: Any existing documents (wills, trusts, powers of attorney), account statements, property deeds, insurance policies, and a list of your goals or concerns.
For probate and trust administration: Death certificate, original will (if one exists), trust documents, correspondence from the court or financial institutions, and a preliminary list of assets and debts.
For elder law and Medicaid planning: Medical information, financial statements (bank accounts, investments, retirement accounts), insurance policies, any existing legal documents, and information about current or anticipated care needs.
For divorce: Financial records (income, assets, debts), marriage certificate, any existing court orders, and a list of questions about the process. If children are involved, information about their current living and schooling arrangements is helpful.
For family law matters: Any existing court orders or agreements, financial records relevant to your matter, and documentation related to your specific situation (custody arrangements, support history, paternity information).
Don’t have all of this? That’s okay. Bring what you have. We’ll identify what else we need during the consultation.
The attorneys at Boroja, Bernier & Associates in Michigan have guided more than 2,000 families through estate planning, probate, elder law, divorce, and family law matters since 2014. Every consultation starts with listening — because the right legal strategy depends on understanding your actual situation, not applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
Common Questions About Getting Started
Our team typically responds to all inquiries within one business day. If you reach out over the weekend, you’ll hear from us on Monday. We don’t let messages sit — because when you’re dealing with a legal matter, waiting for a callback shouldn’t add to your stress.
All in-person consultations take place at our Shelby Township headquarters at 49139 Schoenherr Rd. Meetings at our additional offices in Troy, Ann Arbor, and Lansing are available by virtual and phone consultations — same preparation, same quality, regardless of format. Call (586) 991-7611 and we’ll help you find the option that works best.
Boroja, Bernier & Associates focuses on five core practice areas: estate planning (available statewide), probate and trust administration, elder law and Medicaid planning, divorce, and family law. The regional practice areas serve families in Macomb County, Oakland County, Wayne County, and throughout Southeast Michigan, Central Michigan, and Mid-Michigan.
No. Many people who contact us know something needs to be addressed but aren’t sure exactly what’s involved or which area of law applies. That’s perfectly normal. When you reach out, we’ll ask a few questions to understand your situation and connect you with the right attorney. You can also select “Not Sure — I Need Guidance” on the consultation form.
Absolutely. We offer secure virtual consultations by video conference and phone consultations for clients throughout Michigan. You’ll receive the same level of attention and preparation regardless of how you choose to meet. Many of our clients — especially those outside Macomb County — prefer phone and virtual consultations for convenience.
Costs vary based on the type of matter and its complexity. We believe in pricing transparency, which is why we publish fee ranges for most services directly on our practice area pages. Comprehensive will-based estate plans typically range from $1,500–$2,500, trust-based plans typically from $2,500–$5,500, and probate administration typically from $10,000–$15,000. During your consultation, we’ll discuss fees specific to your situation so there are no surprises.
Estate planning services are available statewide to all Michigan residents. Probate, elder law, divorce, and family law services cover Macomb County, Oakland County, Wayne County, Washtenaw County, Livingston County, Monroe County, St. Clair County, Ingham County, Eaton County, Genesee County, and Lapeer County — spanning Southeast Michigan, Central Michigan, and Mid-Michigan.
Call us directly at (586) 991-7611. Certain matters — crisis Medicaid planning, urgent guardianship situations, time-sensitive probate deadlines, and emergency family law filings — benefit from acting quickly. The sooner you reach out, the more options we have to protect your interests.
In our experience serving Michigan families since 2014, the most common regret we hear isn’t “I acted too soon.” It’s “I wish I’d called sooner.” At Boroja, Bernier & Associates, we make it easy to start the conversation — because the hardest part of solving a legal problem is often just picking up the phone.
Your Family Deserves Better. Let’s Get Started.
You’ve done the research. You’ve read about the process, the costs, and the stakes. Now it’s time to talk to an attorney who will listen, prepare, and deliver — because effort is expected, but results are required.
At Boroja, Bernier & Associates, we’ve built this firm on a simple belief: Michigan families deserve attorneys who show up prepared, communicate with clarity, and treat every matter like it actually matters. That’s not a tagline. It’s how we’ve guided more than 2,000 families since 2014 — and how we’ll approach yours.
Schedule your consultation today. Call (586) 991-7611 or submit the form above. We’ll be in touch within one business day.
Office Hours: Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM Saturday & Sunday: By Appointment
Offices: Shelby Township (Headquarters) | Troy | Ann Arbor | Lansing In-person, phone, and virtual consultations available.
Protecting Your Family, Your Life, and Your Legacy. Because You Deserve Better.
