Boroja, Bernier & Associates serves Genesee County families through virtual consultations and from our Shelby Township headquarters. From Flint to Grand Blanc, Fenton to Davison, we help families throughout Genesee County protect what they’ve worked hard to build.
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Genesee County Knows What It Means to Fight for What Matters
This community has been through more than most.
Plant closures that gutted an economy. Headlines that painted an entire region with a single brush. Challenges that would have broken places with less backbone.
But Genesee County is still here. Still building. Still fighting.
Flint was building cars before most American cities had paved roads. Generations of families made their living at Buick City, AC Spark Plug, Fisher Body — names that meant something. Good wages. Union benefits. Pensions that were supposed to last. And when the plants closed, those families didn’t disappear. They adapted. They found new paths. They stayed.
And it’s not just Flint. Grand Blanc families who’ve built comfortable lives in one of Michigan’s strongest school districts. Fenton and Linden families drawn to the lakes and the small-town character. Davison and Swartz Creek families who chose communities where neighbors still look out for each other. Burton, Clio, Mt. Morris, Flushing — working people who’ve accumulated more than outsiders might assume.
These families have assets worth protecting. Homes with equity built over decades. Retirement accounts — some still holding GM pensions that survived the bankruptcy. Small businesses launched when the old economy collapsed. Property that’s been in families for generations.
Genesee County families don’t need attorneys who look down on them. They need attorneys who recognize what they’ve built and bring the preparation to protect it.
Boroja, Bernier & Associates has served more than 2,000 families since 2014. Genesee County families deserve attorneys who show up prepared, communicate clearly, and deliver results — not firms that phone it in because you’re outside their usual territory.
“Genesee County families have weathered economic storms that would have devastated other communities. They’ve adapted, rebuilt, and accumulated assets that deserve serious legal protection — homes, retirement accounts, family property, small businesses. These families don’t need condescension. They need competent attorneys who treat their matters with the preparation and respect they deserve.”
Legal Services for Genesee County Families
Whether you’re in Flint, Grand Blanc, Fenton, or anywhere in Genesee County, Boroja, Bernier & Associates provides comprehensive estate planning, probate, elder law, divorce, and family law services tailored to your situation.
Estate Planning for Genesee County Residents
You’ve built more than people give you credit for.
Maybe it’s a home in Grand Blanc you’ve paid off over twenty-five years. A cottage on one of the Fenton lakes. A pension from GM or Delphi that survived restructuring. A small business you started when your old employer shut down. Retirement accounts you’ve steadily funded despite everything.
Without an estate plan, Michigan law decides what happens to all of it. Your family goes through probate court. A judge who’s never met you applies default rules that might not match your wishes at all.
We create estate plans that put you in control — wills, living trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives — designed around your specific assets and family situation. Not templates. Not one-size-fits-all documents pulled off a shelf. Plans that account for what you actually own and what you actually want.
Comprehensive will-based estate plans typically range from $1,500 to $2,500. Trust-based estate plans generally range from $2,500 to $5,500. We provide flat-fee pricing after your consultation — no surprises.
Note: Estate planning services are available to all Michigan residents. If you have family members elsewhere in the state who need help, we can assist them too.
Probate & Trust Administration in Genesee County
When someone dies, their estate has to be settled. Bills paid. Assets collected. Property transferred. Heirs notified. Court filings submitted. Deadlines met.
It’s a lot to handle while you’re grieving — and mistakes can be costly.
We guide personal representatives and successor trustees through estate administration in Genesee County Probate Court. From opening the estate to final distributions, we handle the legal requirements so you can focus on your family.
Genesee County estates often involve assets that require careful handling: real estate in different market conditions across the county, retirement accounts with specific distribution rules, vehicles, and personal property that needs to be valued and distributed fairly. We’ve handled estates with these complexities before and know how to keep things moving.
Elder Law & Medicaid Planning for Genesee County Families
Here’s a reality that catches families off guard: Michigan nursing home care costs $9,000 to $12,000 per month. In Genesee County, where many families are living on fixed incomes and pensions, those numbers can wipe out everything in less than two years. And Medicaid won’t help until you’ve spent down to nearly nothing — the 2026 asset limit is just $9,950.
Legal Medicaid planning can change that equation. Strategies exist to protect a portion of assets while still qualifying for benefits. But the rules are complicated, the timing matters, and the difference between planning ahead versus waiting for a crisis can be enormous.
We help Genesee County families with proactive planning before care is needed, crisis planning when a loved one already requires immediate care, and guardianship or conservatorship when someone can no longer make their own decisions.
Protecting what you’ve spent a lifetime building isn’t optional. It’s the whole point.
Divorce in Genesee County
Divorce is hard anywhere. In Genesee County, it often involves dividing assets that families fought to accumulate — homes with equity built over decades, retirement accounts and pensions, small businesses, and property that represents years of work.
You need attorneys who understand Michigan’s divorce laws and can explain what you’re actually facing. What’s marital property versus separate property. How pensions get divided. What “equitable distribution” actually means in practice.
We handle contested and uncontested divorce in Genesee County Circuit Court. Property division, spousal support, and every financial issue that divorce creates. Settlement when it makes sense. Litigation when your situation requires it. We’re prepared for both.
Family Law Across Genesee County
Custody disputes, parenting time modifications, child support, and other family law matters affect your daily life in ways that no other legal issue can. You need attorneys who prepare thoroughly, communicate clearly, and advocate effectively for your interests and your children’s wellbeing.
We represent clients in Genesee County Circuit Court’s Family Division. Whether you’re establishing a custody arrangement, modifying an existing order, or addressing a support issue, we bring the same preparation and persistence to every case.
Genesee County Court Information
We handle matters in Genesee County’s courts and understand the procedures, expectations, and practical realities of how cases progress through this system.
Genesee County Probate Court
The Genesee County Probate Court handles estate administration, guardianship, conservatorship, and other probate proceedings.
Address: 900 S. Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48502
Phone: (810) 424-4355
Website: Genesee County Probate Court
Note: Verify current address and contact information before visiting.
Genesee County Circuit Court — Family Division
The Genesee County Circuit Court handles divorce, child custody, parenting time, child support, and other family law matters.
Address: 900 S. Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48502
Phone: (810) 424-4355
Website: Genesee County Circuit Court
Note: Verify current address and contact information before visiting.
Communities We Serve in Genesee County
Boroja, Bernier & Associates serves families throughout all of Genesee County:
- Cities: Flint, Burton, Grand Blanc, Fenton, Davison, Flushing, Swartz Creek, Clio, Mt. Morris, Linden
- Townships: Grand Blanc Township, Flint Township, Fenton Township, Mundy Township, Clayton Township, Davison Township, Atlas Township, Flushing Township, Mt. Morris Township, Vienna Township, Thetford Township, Genesee Township, Argentine Township, Gaines Township, Montrose Township, Forest Township, Richfield Township
- Villages: Goodrich, Lennon, Gaines, Otisville, Otter Lake, Montrose
From Flint to Fenton, Grand Blanc to Clio — if you’re in Genesee County, we can help.
How to Work With Us from Genesee County
We’ve built our practice to serve families throughout Michigan — including Genesee County clients who deserve quality legal counsel without impossible commutes.
Virtual Consultations: Meet with an attorney via secure video conference from your home, office, or wherever works for you. This is how many of our Genesee County clients prefer to work with us — comprehensive consultation, real legal advice, no drive time.
Phone Consultations: We conduct thorough consultations by phone when that’s more convenient for your schedule.
In-Person Consultations: Our Shelby Township headquarters is available for clients who prefer meeting face-to-face. We’re located at 49139 Schoenherr Rd., Shelby Township, MI 48315 — accessible via I-69 and I-75 from Genesee County.
What to Expect: Your consultation is with an attorney — not a paralegal screening calls. We’ll listen to your situation, explain your legal options, answer your questions, and give you a clear picture of what comes next, including transparent pricing. You’ll know exactly what to expect before you commit to anything.
Why Genesee County Families Choose BBA Law
Respect for What You’ve Built
We don’t make assumptions about Genesee County families based on headlines or stereotypes. We see what’s actually there: people who’ve worked hard, accumulated real assets, and deserve attorneys who take their matters seriously.
Hustle That Matches Yours
Genesee County families understand what it means to work for what you have. We bring that same energy to every matter we handle — prepared, persistent, and focused on getting results. We don’t coast.
Straight Answers
You’ll get honest assessments of your situation — what your options are, what outcomes are realistic, what things actually cost. No vague promises. No runaround. Just clear information so you can make informed decisions.
Practical Access
Virtual consultations mean quality legal counsel doesn’t require a 90-minute round trip. We’ve structured our practice so Genesee County families can access the expertise they need without unreasonable barriers.
“The families we serve in Genesee County have been through challenges that would have defeated communities with less resolve. They’ve kept building, kept saving, kept planning for the future. Those families deserve attorneys who match their determination with serious preparation and genuine respect for what they’ve accomplished.”
Frequently Asked Questions: Legal Services in Genesee County
No. We offer virtual (video) and phone consultations specifically to serve clients throughout Mid-Michigan. Most of our Genesee County clients work with us virtually — it’s convenient and just as effective as meeting in person. In-person consultations at our Shelby Township headquarters are also available.
The Genesee County Probate Court is located at 900 S. Saginaw Street in Flint, MI 48502. We handle probate matters in this court and are familiar with its procedures and requirements.
Estate planning costs vary based on your situation. Comprehensive will-based plans typically range from $1,500 to $2,500. Comprehensive trust-based estate plans generally range from $2,500 to $5,500. More complex estates may cost more. We provide flat-fee pricing after your consultation — no surprises.
Proactive elder law planning typically ranges from $6,500 to $9,500. Crisis elder law planning — when a loved one already needs nursing home care — generally ranges from $12,000 to $20,000 or more, depending on complexity. The earlier you plan, the more options you have and the more assets we can protect.
Most probate matters take six to twelve months. Michigan requires a minimum four-month creditor claim period before final distributions. Estates with real estate, tax complications, or family disputes may take longer. We’ll give you realistic timeline expectations for your specific situation.
Yes. Pension benefits — including GM and Delphi pensions — require specific planning to ensure proper beneficiary designations, survivor benefit elections, and coordination with the rest of your estate plan. We address these as part of comprehensive estate planning.
We serve all of Genesee County, including Flint, Burton, Grand Blanc, Fenton, Davison, Flushing, Swartz Creek, Clio, Mt. Morris, Linden, and all other Genesee County communities.
You’ve Worked Too Hard to Leave Things to Chance
Genesee County families know what it takes to build something. The long shifts. The careful saving. The years of mortgage payments. The pension you protected through bankruptcy and restructuring.
That effort deserves protection — real legal planning that ensures your wishes are honored and your family is provided for.
Boroja, Bernier & Associates isn’t going to talk down to you. We’re not going to assume we know your situation before we listen. We’re going to bring the same work ethic you’ve demonstrated your entire life — preparation, persistence, and follow-through that delivers results.
Protecting Your Family, Your Life, and Your Legacy. Because You Deserve Better.
To schedule a consultation with the Michigan attorneys at Boroja, Bernier & Associates, call (586) 991-7611.
Contact Information:
Headquarters: 49139 Schoenherr Rd., Shelby Township, MI 48315
Phone: (586) 991-7611
Email: admin@bbalawmi.com
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Saturday & Sunday: By Appointment
