Business Details
37 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Southfield, MI
Langnas & Associates PC is a sophisticated full-service boutique law firm established in 1989, dedicated to addressing the evolving legal needs of businesses and individuals. Our practice spans corporate law, real estate transactions, commercial litigation, and estate planning, with a focus on delivering tailored solutions through a blend of traditional and modern communication methods. With over 50 years of combined legal experience, our attorneys maintain an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting our commitment to excellence, integrity, and client-centered service. We prioritize building close working relationships with clients across Michigan, offering accessibility via email, web, and confidential consultations. Our team has successfully negotiated multimillion-dollar transactions, resolved complex disputes, and provided strategic counsel in both local and cross-border matters.Recognized for our expertise in commercial law and estate planning, we combine decades of experience with a personalized approach to legal representation. Our attorneys actively engage in professional organizations and have received accolades such as the Regeana Myrick Outstanding Young Lawyer Award. We serve clients ranging from small businesses to large corporations, emphasizing transparency, responsiveness, and practical legal strategies. Our track record includes landmark cases in insurance recovery, real estate disputes, and corporate restructuring, underscoring our ability to achieve favorable outcomes. By maintaining a boutique structure, we ensure direct access to senior attorneys while delivering the depth of service associated with larger firms.
Services
Corporate Transactions
Real Estate Law
Estate Planning
Commercial Litigation
Probate Matters
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in Michigan legal matters
- Our attorneys maintain Martindale-Hubbell's highest AV rating
- We provide personalized service through direct attorney access
- We handle complex transactions and litigation up to $12M+
- We combine traditional legal values with modern communication tools
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating
Services
Corporate Transactions
We structure and negotiate business entity formations, mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures. Our attorneys draft and review stock/asset purchase agreements, reorganization plans, and buy-sell agreements. With experience in transactions exceeding $20 million, we provide strategic counsel for corporate restructuring and liquidation matters while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.
Real Estate Law
Our firm handles commercial and residential real estate transactions including property acquisitions, development loans, and HUD-related matters. We prepare construction loan documents, negotiate commercial leases with national tenants, and manage condominium conversions. With $20M+ in closed development loans, we represent developers, lenders, and property owners in transactions and dispute resolution across Michigan's real estate market.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and advanced directives. Our services cover trust administration, guardianship, and conservatorship matters. We assist clients with probate proceedings, decedent estate management, and tax-efficient wealth transfer strategies. Our attorneys provide ongoing counsel for estate planning needs ranging from simple wills to complex asset protection structures.
Commercial Litigation
We represent clients in complex commercial disputes involving insurance recovery, real estate broker fees, and business torts. Our track record includes defending title insurance claims exceeding $3.5M and resolving minority oppression actions over $12M. We handle contract disputes, collection matters, and landlord-tenant conflicts with a focus on achieving cost-effective resolutions through litigation or alternative dispute resolution methods.
Probate Matters
Our firm manages probate proceedings for decedent estates, including asset inventory, debt settlement, and distribution of inheritances. We handle guardianship and conservatorship appointments, contested probate matters, and trust administration. With experience in both routine and complex probate cases, we guide executors and beneficiaries through Michigan's probate process while minimizing family conflicts and legal complications.
People
Michael D. Langnas
Sole Shareholder and President
AV-rated attorney with 30+ years of experience in commercial law and estate planning. Served as chair of multiple bar associations and received the Regeana Myrick Outstanding Young Lawyer Award. Specializes in corporate transactions, real estate, and probate matters while maintaining active community involvement.
Sharon A. Gonsalves
Attorney and Counselor
Two-decade veteran in real estate and commercial transactions with expertise in property tax appeals and business entity formation. Former corporate counsel for The Taj Group of Hotels, handling cross-border mergers and acquisitions. Focuses on estate planning, trust administration, and business law matters for Michigan clients.
Questions
What areas of law does Langnas & Associates specialize in?
We specialize in corporate law, real estate transactions, commercial litigation, and estate planning. Our attorneys have handled matters ranging from multimillion-dollar business deals to complex probate cases across Michigan.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Langnas & Associates has provided legal services since 1989. Our attorneys collectively bring over 50 years of legal experience to our practice areas.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
We combine AV-rated legal excellence with personalized service through direct attorney access. Our boutique structure allows for tailored solutions while maintaining the depth of experience associated with larger firms.
Do you handle cases outside Michigan?
While our office is based in Southfield, Michigan, we primarily serve clients within the state. Our experience includes cross-border transactions and representation of national clients in Michigan-specific matters.
What experience do your attorneys have in real estate law?
Our attorneys have closed over $20 million in development loans, handled HUD transactions, and represented clients in commercial lease negotiations with national tenants. We manage all aspects of real estate transactions and disputes.
Reviews (3)
Jason S.
Oct 14, 2019
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Very positive experience! Great communication and very easy to get a hold of. All my filings were done in a timely manner. Highly recommended.
Max Feber
Jun 17, 2019
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What a great lawyer. Went down to Ann Arbor for me when I was out of town and he was on a day off. Super helpful. Highly highly recommend. Amazing team and great prices!
Caleb Tobocman
Dec 27, 2018
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The worst lawyer I have ever dealt with. Dismissive, expensive, talked about himself more than asked questions. Unprofessional, and I'm terribly sorry I ever walked into his office. Do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.
