Special Needs Planning

Sarah Kirkpatrick has been licensed in Michigan since 2005.  She is a graduate of the Regent University of Law.  Her practice areas include estate planning, estate and trust administration, special needs planning, and guardianships for vulnerable adults.   As the sibling of a person with severe disabilities, Sarah has personal insight into the questions and concerns frequently raised by those with a special-needs loved one.

Prior to joining Chalgian and Tripp, Sarah worked for ten years with Daniel Blauw, PLC, practicing in estate planning with a special needs focus.  She has also practiced law with the Michigan Courts of Appeals and the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Sarah practices out of the Chalgian and Tripp Grand Rapids office.  She resides in the Grand Rapids area, with her husband and young sons.