Legal Services
Over 37 Years of Combined Experience
Former Associate Justice of the United States, Potter Stewart said that, “Fairness is what justice is.” We provide our legal services with this practice in mind, providing fair and honest legal advice in Muskegon, Michigan and the West Michigan area. We are general law practitioners as well as impart specialized counsel in the areas listed below.
Business Law
Law and compliance influences all aspects and areas of the business environment. Our business lawyers in Muskegon, Michigan are ready to provide you with reliable representation regarding business transactions, entity formation, contracts, tax planning, and so on. Learn More.
Real Estate Law
The real estate attorneys at Bowen Hoogstra Law Offices are well versed in real estate matters ranging from large land acquisitions to the proper drafting of residential leases, as well as land contracts. They also handle thousands of Land Lord Tenant matters per year.
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Estate Planning
For over thirty years, Bowen Hoogstra Law Offices have represented clients in estate planning, including probate administration, wills, charitable and personal gifts, powers of attorney, Medicaid planning, living trusts, and trust administration. They also specialize in elder law
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Civil Litigation
If a problem arises that cannot be resolved without a lawsuit, consult with a civil litigation attorney. Bowen Hoogstra Law’s attorneys are experienced in many civil litigation matters, such as prosecution and defense. They regularly practice in District, Probate, Circuit and Federal Courts.
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Your Justice Is Our Approach
Learn More About Bowen Hoogstra Law Office’s Experienced Muskegon Lawyers
About
David T. Bowen is a Muskegon lawyer and graduate of Wake Forest School of Law. He is licensed to practice law in Michigan.
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Jonathan R. Hoogstra is a Muskegon lawyer and graduate of Marquette University Law School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is licensed to practice law in Michigan, Wisconsin, and the Eastern Federal District of Michigan.
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Resources
Elective Share in Michigan: When a Surviving Spouse Can Override a Will
When a person creates a will, most people assume that the will itself fully controls who gets what after death. In many cases, that's true. But Michigan law gives a surviving spouse an important legal right that can change the outcome. Even if a will leaves a husband...
Judicial Discretion in Michigan Land Contract Remedies
If you are buying or selling property through a Michigan land contract, you need to understand what happens if the deal falls apart. Unlike a traditional mortgage, a land contract creates a direct agreement between you and the seller. When a buyer defaults, the seller...
Land Contract Forfeiture vs. Foreclosure in Michigan: Choosing the Right Remedy
Land contracts are a common way to buy and sell property in Michigan, especially when traditional financing is not an option. Instead of a bank loan, you agree to make payments directly to the seller over time. That setup can work well, but problems arise when...
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Located in the heart of downtown Muskegon, Bowen Hoogstra Law Office is nearby Kearny Memorial Park and the Muskegon County Governmental Complex.
BOWEN HOOGSTRA ATTORNEYS AT LAW
(231) 726-4484
1042 Terrace Street
Muskegon, MI 49442