Amy E. Peterman
The Probate Pro | The Probate Pro (Satelite Office) | The Probate Pro (Satellite Office) • Royal Oak, MI
GuardianshipPersonal InjuryProbateWills & Trusts
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Contact
Email
Phone
(844) 586-5333
Address
414 W. 5th Street, Royal Oak, MI, 48067, US
Professional
About
Amy E. Peterman is a distinguished attorney with over 30 years of experience in the complex field of probate law. As a dedicated practitioner at The Probate Pro, Amy specializes in challenging wills and trusts, as well as navigating contested guardianship and conservatorship cases. Her extensive background in both probate and family law has made her a trusted advocate for clients facing some of life’s most challenging legal hurdles. A summa cum laude graduate of Madonna University with an MBA, and holding a Juris Doctor degree from Wayne State University Law School, Amy combines her legal expertise with a strong business acumen, equipping her to effectively represent her clients’ interests. Her career began in 1988, and she has since built a reputation for her tenacity and commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for her clients. In 2006, Amy was appointed as Assistant Majority Counsel for the Michigan Senate, where she honed her advocacy skills and deepened her understanding of legislative processes impacting probate law. With offices in Royal Oak and Trenton, Michigan, as well as in Ohio, she is well-positioned to serve clients across multiple jurisdictions. Amy prides herself on her client-centered approach, promising to listen intently to their stories and fight diligently on their behalf. Her unwavering dedication to her clients, combined with her wealth of experience, makes her an invaluable ally in the realm of probate law.
About Guardianship Law
Guardianship attorneys help families establish legal guardianship for minors or incapacitated adults who cannot care for themselves. Common matters include minor guardianship, adult guardianship, conservatorship, emergency guardianship.
Credentials
Education
2012 Madonna University MBA - Master of Business Administration, sum cum laude 1988 Wayne State University Law School JD - Juris Doctor 1985 University of Michigan BA - Bachelor of Arts, With Distinction
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2016 Probate and Estate Planning Certificate, ICLE 2012 Summa Cum Laude, Madonna University 2001 Attorney of the Month, Laches, Oakland County Bar Association 1998 Certified adoption attorney, ICLE 1988 Graduated with Distinction, University of Michigan
Publications
2018 Laches (OCBA) What is Coming Down the Pipe: Legal Ramifications fo Medical Marijana in your Long Term Care Facility 2016 Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE Michigan) Checklist: Accommodate the Elder Client and Maximize Capacity 2013 Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE Michigan) Challenging Accountings and Other Breaches of Fiduciary Duties (materials)
Associations
2018 - Present State Bar of Michigan, Master Lawyers Section Member 2016 - Present Child Safe Mentor 2016 - Present State Bar of Michigan, Litigation Section Member 2015 - Present Senior Coordinating Aging Network (SCAN) Treasurer 2013 - Present Oakland County Bar Association Committee Member
Speaking
2018 THE PROBATE PROCESS FROM START TO FINISH LITIGATING THE CASE IN PROBATE COURT 2018 Senior Coordinating Aging Network Seniors and Medical Marijuana 2017 What is Coming Down the Pipe: Legal Ramifications for Medical Marijuana in your Facility The Legal Ramifications of Medical Marijuana in Assisted Living and Long Term Care Facilities 2016 ELDER LAW CERTIFICATE PROGRAM CAPACITY 2015 Practical Law Telecast What is Probate?
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Updated: May 25, 2026