Cover story article by Kristin A. Hughes, JD "Estate Planning and Care Coordination Go Hand in Hand" speaks to the core of our practice and what we believe is the future of estate planning when it comes to offering the very best in client services. You can read the August Issue here https://issuu...
Fueled by her own experience as a parent navigating the educational system, firm co-founder Kristin Hughes is working to ensure families know their options and rights BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich. (July 28, 2025) — As families across Michigan gear up for back-to-school season, Schluter & Hughes Law Fi...
A Lady Bird Deed, (also known as an Enhanced Life Estate deed), is a legal tool that allows property owners to effectuate the transfer of real estate to named individuals upon their death, while retaining control during their lifetime.
Choosing an estate planning attorney is about more than legal documents — it's about finding someone who listens, understands your unique journey, and helps you protect what matters most. At Schluter & Hughes we are passionate about helping individuals and families plan for those important life ...
Insights from a Disability Rights Attorney Specializing in Special Education The transition from summer to school can be bumpy for any child—but for students with learning challenges or disabilities, it can be even more critical to plan ahead. This isn't just about buying school supplies; it's...
The new toolkit provides parents and young adults clarity, protection, and peace of mind following the major milestone of becoming a legal adult BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich. (May 12, 2025) – With the fun, excitement, and celebration of graduation season, it's easy for parents to overlook the...
We are pleased to announce that Dawn M Schluter has been selected as a member of Michigan Lawyers Weekly's Hall of Fame Lawyers class of 2025. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition and significant achievement.
Not only are they more likely than men to be caregivers, women are also more likely to develop the disease. Of the more than 6 million people aged 65+ with Alzheimer's in the United States, nearly 4 million are women. We are proud to be a sponsor again this year. Please join us for the 2nd Annu...
Kristin Hughes was part of the expert panel, together with Horizon Bank Private Wealth Management and DKSS CPAs + Advisors. If you are interested in succession planning, you can watch the videos. The popular workshop will be repeated in May. VIDEO ON WEBSITE
We recently presented to the Birmingham Men's Club, covering topics such as Income Tax Brackets, Estate & Gift Tax, Corporate Transparency Act and Charitable Planning. You can view the full presentation with all the charts and graphs on our website. Download the PDF
And More About the Event!: We enjoyed participating in the Women's Wellness Boutique that featured 15 incredible women-owned businesses: Aligned Physical Therapy, Andrea Lockhart Designs, Angel of Grace Awareness Bracelets, Citizen Yoga Studio, Clean Eatz, Color Street, Detroit's Future is Female...
This was a widely read, well written story by Ashlea Ebeling and inspired us to share our take on topic. When someone you love passes away, there's a flood of emotions: sadness, grief, sometimes relief that their suffering has ended, but always a deep sense of loss. However, amidst the heavy haz...
Compliance Transparency Act (CTA) Imposes New Small Business Reporting Requirements for 2024. Around 30 million small businesses will be impacted by the law, which will establish a federal database of information, furnished by “reporting companies,” that will be accessible to certain authorities ...
This Series Fills Up Quickly for a Several Good Reasons. Learn from experts while enjoying delicious cappuccino alongside fabulous women. Series 2 “Organizing your Legacy” is a collaborative breakfast workshop where our team of experts will guide you in understanding your current estate plan. Dig...
Are You Prepared? When Is The Right Time to Review, Create, or Revise Your Estate Plan We often think of estate planning as something to worry about later—but in reality, there's no "perfect" time to start. The best time is whenever you're ready to ensure your wishes are respected and your loved...
By Jame Oldham RN BSN CDP Health & wealth are often sensitive topics for people to discuss. Starting the “What's next” conversation is often the hardest part https://www.schluterhugheslaw.com/video This video covers these topics: The Main Topics to Talk About What to ask yourself and talk ...
2024 Margaret Brent Award recipients (left to right): Pamila Brown, Gina Shishima, Estelle Rogers, Barbara Wall and Dolores Atencio. American Bar Association photo As a woman-owned law firm, it is one of our mainstays to develop goodwill and demonstrate a strong commitment to women and diversi...
Every 11 seconds, an older adult is seen in an emergency department for a fall-related injury. Many falls are preventable. As part of our Webinar - Top 5 Practical Tips : When the Diagnosis is Dementia. The first tip is all about SAFETY FIRST. (link to video) Falls Prevention Week typically fo...
Bloomfield Hills, MI - We are pleased to announce that Dawn M. Schluter, a partner at Schluter & Hughes Law Firm PLLC, has been selected to the 2024 Michigan Super Lawyers list. This marks her 15th consecutive year of recognition by Super Lawyers. Dawn's extensive experience in estate plannin...
By Kristin A. Hughes, JD August is "Make-A-Will Month," and a good reminder and a perfect time to consider the vital task of creating or reviewing your estate planning documents. Estate planning is more than preparation of documents and words on a page. Estate planning is holistic life and leg...
As a woman-owned law firm, it is one of our mainstays to develop goodwill and demonstrate a strong commitment to women and diversity. The Schluter & Hughes Law Firm PLLC is devoted to empowering women within our firm and the legal community, championing their achievements and fostering profession...
What happens during a medical emergency when you cannot speak for yourself? During a medical emergency, if you are unable to communicate your wishes, healthcare ...
ALCA presentation excerpt featuring Kristin Hughes: The Case for Integration of Care Management in Estate Planning: Why it is So Important! Estate planning and care management go hand-in-hand. Having a strong understanding of an individual's goals and objectives, as well as the resources that th...
Why do we have a month dedicated to heart health? Because the more you know, the lower your risk is for heart disease! Did you know that your heart beats 100,000 times a day for you?? It pumps blood to every cell of the body through 60,000 miles of blood vessels! Now that is a lot of work. So h...
Often a major concern and potential side effect of anesthesia is the onset of Confusion in Older Adults after Surgery. The longer we live, the more likely a surgery may be necessary to maintain quality of life. Half of individuals over age 65 will have had at least one surgery in their medical ch...
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