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Navigating the law can feel overwhelming, but the attorneys at Cunningham Dalman are here to support individuals and businesses in Holland, Zeeland, Hudsonville, Allegan, and throughout West Michigan. Whether you need trusted legal representation or are simply looking for expert legal advice, we invite you to connect with our team. This page offers valuable insights from our attorneys on a wide range of legal topics—designed to inform and empower you. Explore our articles to learn more about the legal issues that matter most to you.
Cunningham Dalman’s Client Prevails in Multi-Million Dollar Post-Closing Business Dispute
What Can I Do If My Spouse Needs Long-Term Care?
The Right Fiduciaries for Your Estate Plan
Does Your Trust Need A Contingency Plan?
Is Your Spouse Likely To Need Long-Term Care?
Cunningham Dalman and Haans Mulder Honored
Medicaid and Trusts: One Trust isn’t the Same as Another
How to Guard Your Property from Scammers
What Happens to My Business If I Die Without a Succession Plan?
Legal Issues with a Narcissist Boss: What Michigan Employees (and Employers) Need to Know
- Jeffrey K. Helder
- Ronald J. Vander Veen
- Carole D. Bos
- Bradley Glazier
- Randall S. Schipper
- Susan E. Vroegop
- Gregory J. McCoy
- P. Haans Mulder
- Vincent L. Duckworth
- Nicholas R. Dekker
- Jessica Arends
- Jennifer DeYoung
- John Fitzpatrick
- Thomas J. Hillegonds
- Robert Howard
- Lindsey J. Gorsline
- Rachel L. Hillegonds
- McKenna Bethke
- Of Counsel
- Ronald L. Dalman
- James A. Bidol
- Andrew Mulder
- Joel G. Bouwens
- Agricultural Law
- Banking & Commercial Transactions
- Bankruptcy Law - Corporate
- Bankruptcy Law - Personal
- Business & Corporate Law
- Construction Law
- Criminal Law
- Elder Law / Medicaid Planning
- Employment Law for Employees
- Employment Law for Employers
- Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts
- Family Law & Divorce
- Litigation
- Municipal & Administrative Law
- Personal Injury
- Probate Law
- Real Estate & Environmental Law
- Tax Law
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The law can seem like a daunting and complex tangle. The attorneys of Cunningham Dalman are here to help. If you require legal representation or would like to seek advice from a law expert, we hope you’ll talk with someone at our firm. We also encourage you to learn more about legal issues that matter to you. On this page you will find valuable information about many different aspects of the law. We encourage you to spend some time browsing this collection of posts written by Cunningham Dalman attorneys.
The 2026 Medicaid Numbers
If your spouse or parent needs care in assisted living or a nursing home, it’s possible you’ll need to apply for Medicaid to cover all or a part of this care cost. Assisted living in West Michigan typically ranges from $5,000 – $8,000 per month, while nursing home care ranges from $12,000 – $14,000 per
Estate Planning for Blended Families
There are common estate planning goals and issues for all people. Avoiding probate. Protecting assets. Minimizing taxes. Determining who your trusted financial and health care decision makers are. Deciding how to divide and distribute your assets. At the same time, these estate planning goals and issues look different for blended families. Blended families almost always
These Are Michigan’s Updates for 2026: Wage and Employment Law Changes You Must Know
As 2026 approaches, Michigan employers and residents should begin preparing for several important changes taking effect on January 1. These updates—largely tied to labor, wage, and youth employment laws—result from prior legislation and phased-in reforms. Understanding them now can help ensure compliance and avoid unexpected financial impacts in the year ahead. Here are the key
Do You Have to Take a “Drunk Driving Test” in Michigan? What You Should Know
Many people believe that if you’re pulled over for suspected drunk driving, you can refuse all tests without consequences. In Michigan, it isn’t that simple. Here’s what every driver should understand. 1. Field Sobriety Tests Field sobriety tests are a series of physical and cognitive exercises—like walking heel-to-toe, standing on one leg, or counting backwards
Is An Outright Distribution Always Best?
You may have created a living trust to make it easier for your family and loved ones. This type of trust allows your assets to avoid having to go through a costly and time-consuming probate court process upon your passing and is a very effective estate plan. Depending on when you created your trust, it
Top Tips For Transitioning After A Hospitalization
Being hospitalized later in life can lead to a lot of difficult questions and decisions. Will rehab in a nursing home be necessary after the hospitalization? Will rehab be fully successful or is long-term care needed in a nursing home? Will rehab be moderately successful and further care is required in an assisted living facility?
Beware of Joint Assets When Qualifying for Medicaid
Qualifying for Medicaid to pay for the cost of a nursing home or assisted living care is complicated. There are a lot of pitfalls and rules that don’t make sense. One of those difficult areas is joint assets. These are the types of assets that are owned by a person who is receiving care (i.e.
Celebrating Our Firm’s Recognition in Grand Rapids Top Lawyers 2025!
Cunningham Dalman Attorneys Named Among Grand Rapids Top Lawyers 2025 We’re honored to share that several of our attorneys: Jessica Arends Carole D. Bos Nicholas R. Dekker Jennifer DeYoung Vincent L. Duckworth Bradley Glazier Thomas J. Hillegonds Robert M. Howard P. Haans Mulder Randall S. Schipper Ronald J. Vander Veen Susan E. Vroegop have all
The Importance Of An Elder Law Plan
Caring for an aging spouse or parent can be difficult for both the caregiver as well as the rest of their family. Adding to this challenge the financial burden of assisted living or nursing home care for an aging spouse or parent can be incredibly difficult. To help navigate these care and financial issues, a
Secured vs. Unsecured Loans: What’s the Difference and Why Does It Matter?
At Cunningham Dalman, a common question we hear from clients—whether they’re business owners, individuals lending money to a friend, or people applying for financing—is: “What’s the difference between a secured loan and an unsecured loan?” It’s an important question, and understanding the difference can make a big impact on how protected you are if something
- Jeffrey K. Helder
- Ronald J. Vander Veen
- Carole D. Bos
- Bradley Glazier
- Randall S. Schipper
- Susan E. Vroegop
- Gregory J. McCoy
- P. Haans Mulder
- Vincent L. Duckworth
- Nicholas R. Dekker
- Jessica Arends
- Jennifer DeYoung
- John Fitzpatrick
- Thomas J. Hillegonds
- Robert Howard
- Lindsey J. Gorsline
- Rachel L. Hillegonds
- McKenna Bethke
- Of Counsel
- Ronald L. Dalman
- James A. Bidol
- Andrew Mulder
- Joel G. Bouwens
- Agricultural Law
- Banking & Commercial Transactions
- Bankruptcy Law - Corporate
- Bankruptcy Law - Personal
- Business & Corporate Law
- Construction Law
- Criminal Law
- Elder Law / Medicaid Planning
- Employment Law for Employees
- Employment Law for Employers
- Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts
- Family Law & Divorce
- Litigation
- Municipal & Administrative Law
- Personal Injury
- Probate Law
- Real Estate & Environmental Law
- Tax Law
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