Alexander Zelikov, experienced Intellectual Property, Real Estate attorney in Northville, MI with 151 reviews
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Alexander Zelikov

21500 Haggerty Rd Ste 300, Northville, MI

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Margie hopkins

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30 Jan, 2025
Professional and efficient team.
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Lynn morris

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27 Dec, 2024
My husband and I hired Estate Planning & Elder Law Services, P.C. to create an Estate Plan for us. We have been extremely satisfied with the service that they have provided. Our time spend was used wisely and efficiently. All employees were very friendly and knowledgeable, from the secretary to the lawyer that handled our estate plan. I valued the down-to-earth atmosphere that was emitted during our visits. Our needs were met and all questions were answered in a timely manner. The process was explained in layman's terms and the layout/planning was explained so that the information was easy to understand. The customer service and quick response time was excellent! I would highly recommend Estate Planning & Elder Law Services, P.C. to anyone who is in need of this type of service.
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Pros
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Highly knowledgeable and experienced attorneys who provide thorough, detailed, and professional services
“Chris Lindsay was very professional, thorough and helpful setting up our Trust and estate plans.”
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Friendly, compassionate, and accommodating staff that make the estate planning process easy and comfortable for clients
“The entire team at Estate Planning & Elder Law Services, P.C. has been great to work with! Every referral I have sent them has received the most timely, efficient and professional service!”
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Attorneys take the time to understand client needs, explain options, and tailor solutions to individual circumstances
“Chris Lindsay and the entire team at Estate Planning & Elder Law Services are an invaluable resource. Chris has prepared trust and other legal documents for myself and my family, as well as many clients in need of Estate Planning documents, Medicare planning or Veteran's benefits planning.”
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Efficient and smooth process, with clear communication and follow-up to ensure all tasks are completed
“The whole team was very knowledgeable they explained options including all the pluses an minuses helping us decide what fit us best. There was never any sales pressure.”
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Highly recommended by both clients and other professionals, with a reputation for excellence in estate planning and elder law services
“Extremely talented and professional lawyers!”
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Potential for long wait times or delays in scheduling initial appointments
“Took over a month to get an appointment with Mr. Lindsay. His receptionist emailed me a long list of things to send back and requested I do so two weeks in advance.”
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Concerns about administrative efficiency and attention to detail in certain cases
“Now we are sitting here with my elderly father racing to answers forms that were sent weeks ago. Not very professional and we won't be back.”

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