Based in Kalamazoo since 1994, DeMent & Marquardt is committed to developing and nurturing long-lasting relationships with our clients.
More than half of our clients have been with us for more than twenty years. We are firmly rooted in the Kalamazoo community through our support and involvement with local organizations such as the Kalamazoo Public Library, KVCC Foundation Board, Heritage Community Foundation, and the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra.
The attorneys of DeMent & Marquardt have over a century of combined experience, as well as the education and expertise to ensure that the wishes of clients are followed, their assets protected, and their families, businesses and charitable organizations are cared for.
If you are ready to make a plan for your future, please contact us to make a free consultation appointment.
Retired
Retired
Daniel L. DeMent
Retired
Michele C. Marquardt
Retired
William B. Millard
Member
Estate Planning and Administration, Probate, Federal Estate and Gift Taxation, Charitable Giving, Trust Administration, Retirement Planning
Bar Admission:
- 1985, State of Illinois
- 1986, State of Michigan
- 1993, State of New York
- 1993, State of Florida
- 1988, U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
- 1989, U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
- 1994, U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Education:
- Law School: J.D., with distinction, 1985, John Marshall Law School
- College: A.B. (Biology and Political Science), 1982 Albion
Professional Affiliations:
- State Bar of Illinois
- State Bar of Michigan
- State Bar of New York
- State Bar of Florida
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
- U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth District
Articles & Publications:
- "Examining the Guidelines of Fiduciary Responsibilities and Liabilities," National Business Institute, New York Probate: Beyond the Basics
Achievements:
- Recognized as a Michigan Leading Lawyer in the practice area of Trust, Will and Estate Planning Law, 2020.
Hannah M. Recknagel
Associate
Estate Planning and Administration, Probate, Trust Administration, Estate Settlement, Wealth Preservation, Real Property, Business Planning.
Bar Admission:
- 2003, State of Michigan
- 2003, U. S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Education:
- Law School: J.D., 2003, Wayne State University Law School
- College: B.A., Cum Laude, (Political Science). 2000, Kalamazoo College
Professional Affiliations:
- American Bar Association
- State Bar of Michigan (Probate and Estate Planning Section)
- State Bar of Michigan (Elder Law and Disability Rights Section)
- State Bar of Michigan (Business Law Section)
- Kalamazoo County Bar Association
- Society of Financial Service Professionals
Articles & Publications:
- "Estate Administration in Michigan," 2nd edition 2013, Institute of Continuing Legal Education, State of Michigan
- "Transfer of Wealth in Blended Families,"Institute of Continuing Legal Education, State of Michigan
Achievements:
- "Michigan SuperLawyers, Rising Star, Estate Planning," 2010 - 2016
- Recognized as a Michigan Leading Lawyer in the practice area of Trust, Will and Estate Planning Law, 2020.
Charles S. Ofstein
Member
Estate Planning and Administration, Probate, Probate Litigation, Wealth Preservation, Elder Law and Disability Planning
Bar Admission:
- 2003, State of Illinois
- 2012, State of Michigan
- 2003, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
- 2005, U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Education:
- Law School: J.D., Cum Laude, 2003, Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Chicago, IL
- College: B.A., Political Science and Economics, 1998, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Professional Affiliations:
- State Bar of Michigan (Probate and Estate Planning Section)
- State Bar of Michigan (Elder Law and Disability Rights Section)
Articles & Publications:
- "Drafting the Medicaid Application," Institute of Continuing Legal Education, State of Michigan (presented at the 25th Annual Drafting Estate Planning Documents Seminar, January 21, 2016)
- "Drafting Durable Powers of Attorney," Institute of Continuing Legal Education, State of Michigan (presented at the 1st Annual Elder Law Institute, September 15, 2015)
- "Comment: Destination Unknown: Illinois' Search for a Solution to the Physician Collective Bargaining Problem," 33 Loyola U. Chi. L. J. 443 (2002)
Achievements:
- Recognized as a Michigan Leading Lawyer in the practice area of Elder Law, Trust, Will and Estate Planning Law, 2020.
Tyler J. Stewart
Associate
Estate Planning and Administration, Probate, Trust Administration, Estate Settlement, Wealth Preservation, Real Property, Business Planning.
Bar Admission:
- 2015, State of Michigan
Education:
- Law School: J.D., Cum Laude, 2015, Seattle University School of Law, Seattle WA
- College: B.A., Economics, 2011, Kalamazoo College, Kalamazoo MI
Professional Affiliations:
- State Bar of Michigan (Probate and Estate Planning Section)
- State Bar of Michigan (Real Property Section)
- State Bar of Michigan (Business Law Section)
- Kalamazoo County Bar Association
Articles and Publications:
- "Court: Note on Man's Cellphone Counts as Will," WOODTV8
- "Taking Advantage of the Medical Expense Tax Deduction as a CCRC Resident," Detroit Legal News
Achievements:
- Recipient of the Probate and Estate Planning Certificate, Institute of Continuing Legal Education, 2018
The DeMent & Marquardt support staff
- Jenny Sowell,-- Legal Assistant to William B. Millard
- Kathy Cunningham, Paralegal
- Janai A. Gardner, Legal Assistant to Charles S. Ofstein
- Gayle Piper, Legal Assistant to Tyler J. Stewart
- Heather Dragoo, Business Office Manager
- Darenda Foster, Receptionist