Parmenter Law - Elder Law & Estate Planning

Parmenter Law - Elder Law & Estate Planning Services: Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Administration, and Elder Law - including, Long-Term Care Planning, Medicaid Planning, and Veterans Benefits

We take a holistic Elder Law approach when we work with our senior clients. This means that we will coordinate the client's estate plan and assets with their long term care planning needs. We specialize in helping seniors find long term care solutions by analyzing all available options including Medicaid, Medicaid Waiver, Aid & Attendance Benefits for Veterans, and long term care insurance. We ass

ist clients with organizing their assets to preserve as much as possible for their lifetimes and to pass on to their loved ones upon their death. We also have a support group led by Jim Powers, a certified Counselor, for our clients who have placed loved ones in a long term care facility. Services include:
Medicaid Applications
Spousal Trusts
VA Aid & Attendance Applications
Review of Long-Term Care Insurance
Health Care Powers of Attorney
Financial Powers of Attorney
Wills and Trusts
Analysis of options for Long-Term Care
Pre and Post Marital Agreements
Asset preservation and Titling

🎉 Congratulations, Anna Duggins! 🎉We are proud to celebrate Anna Duggins for being featured in Crain's Grand Rapids Nota...
03/09/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Anna Duggins! 🎉

We are proud to celebrate Anna Duggins for being featured in Crain's Grand Rapids Notable Women in Law! 🏛️✨

This recognition highlights Anna’s outstanding contributions to the legal profession and her dedication to her clients. Even more impressive, this year marks 28 years of service with the Parmenter Law team.

12/19/2025

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06/19/2025

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02/06/2025

Our firm is pleased to announce the addition of Jake C. Lovett as a new Associate Attorney.

Jake is a graduate of Grand Haven High School and is thrilled to be returning to West Michigan to begin his legal career. Jake joins our estate planning and business law teams, bringing a strong commitment to helping clients navigate the complexities of business succession, estate planning, and asset protection. Jake's practice focuses on providing tailored legal solutions for individuals and businesses seeking to secure their financial futures and ensure long-term success.

About Jake C. Lovett – Jake joins Parmenter Law after graduating from Michigan State University College of Law. Before law school, Jake earned a teaching degree from Eastern Michigan University and taught 5th and 6th grade social studies in Denver, Colorado. While in law school, Jake interned with Haworth, Inc., competed on Michigan State’s Negotiation Competition Team, and spent the summer of 2023 as a law clerk at Parmenter Law.

In his spare time, Jake enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and traveling to new places.

About Parmenter Law – For over 70 years, Parmenter Law has served clients along the lakeshore, in Muskegon, and nationwide. The firm’s practice areas include Estate Planning, Elder Law, Family Law, Real Estate, Business, Public Sector, and Civil Litigation. Their office is located in downtown Muskegon at 601 Terrace Street. For more information about Parmenter Law, visit www.parmenterlaw.com, or send an email to [email protected].

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12/20/2024

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12/20/2024
02/15/2024

Parmenter Law is pleased to announce the addition of Brennen J. Gorman as a new Associate Attorney. Mr. Gorman has a track record of success as a distinguished expert in the field of Michigan liquor law. His practice also focuses on contract, business law, commercial real estate, and trademark matters.
Mr. Gorman will be joining Parmenter Law’s public sector law team to assist in a variety of civil municipal matters ranging from economic development to ensuring municipal compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Brennen takes a collaborative approach to problem-solving and prides himself on his ability to negotiate creative solutions across a wide range of issues. He works hard to be responsive to his clients and is diligent in his representation of their interests.
About Brennen J. Gorman – Brennen joins Parmenter Law after seven years in practice with Brower Vander Veen, PLC. Brennen is a graduate of Michigan State University College of Law and Grand Valley State University, where he received degrees in Political Science and Writing. While in law school, Brennen worked in the Michigan Legislature, completed the Trial Practice Institute, and participated on Michigan State’s Niagara Moot Court Team.

Brennen is an adjunct faculty member at Muskegon Community College in its Entrepreneurship Program. He is actively engaged in the Muskegon community and serves on the Parties in the Park Board of Directors, as its President, and as a member of JCI Greater Muskegon. Brennen lives in downtown Muskegon with his wife, Rachel, and their dog, Maple.
About Parmenter Law – For over 70 years, Parmenter Law has served clients along the lakeshore, in Muskegon, and nationwide. The firm’s practice areas include Estate Planning, Elder Law, Family Law, Real Estate, Business, Public Sector, and Civil Litigation. Their office is located in downtown Muskegon at 601 Terrace Street. For more information about Parmenter Law, visit www.parmenterlaw.com, or send an email to [email protected].

02/15/2024

Parmenter Law is pleased to announce the addition of Kennedy N. Potts as a new Associate Attorney.
Kennedy is a graduate of Mona Shores High School and is thrilled to be returning home to begin her legal career. Kennedy will be focusing her practice on civil litigation and city prosecution. She looks forward to diving into complex issues and finding resolutions for Clients.
About Kennedy N. Potts – Kennedy joins Parmenter Law after graduating from Michigan State University College of Law and passing the July 2023 Bar. Before law school, Kennedy attended Western Michigan University where she received her degree in Behavioral Science and played volleyball for the Broncos. While in law school, Kennedy interned with the Muskegon County Prosecutors Office and the Ingham County Prosecutors Office and competed on Michigan State’s Moot Court Team at the National Moot Court Competition.

In her spare time, Kennedy enjoys spending time with her friends, family, and golden retriever, Gus.

About Parmenter Law – For over 70 years, Parmenter Law has served clients along the lakeshore, in Muskegon, and nationwide. The firm’s practice areas include Estate Planning, Elder Law, Family Law, Real Estate, Business, Public Sector, and Civil Litigation. Their office is located in downtown Muskegon at 601 Terrace Street. For more information about Parmenter Law, visit www.parmenterlaw.com, or send an email to [email protected].

10/14/2023
09/01/2023

PARMENTER LAW will be closed Monday, September 4, 2023 for the LAbor Day Weekend. We will re-open on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 a 8 a.m.
Thank you.

Address

601 Terrace Street
Muskegon, MI
49440

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(231) 722-1621

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