WILLIAM E. HAINES II
ASSOCIATE
William E. Haines, II, graduated with a Juris Doctor degree from Michigan State University College of Law. He specializes in Estate and Trust Administration, Medicaid asset protection planning, and probate litigation. He is currently a member of the Probate and Estate Planning and Elder Law and Disability Rights Sections of the Michigan Bar Association.
William treats each legal question with compassion and focus as he determines the most efficient and direct solution. He works to respond in a timely manner to resolve any issues that arise and uses all available technology and current law to advocate for his clients.
When he isn’t practicing law, William and his wife, Rebecca, enjoy wakesurfing, visiting the Detroit Zoo, and exploring Michigan.
William Haines has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America for 2024–2026 for his work in Litigation – Trusts and Estates and Elder Law. Inclusion in The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® is based on comprehensive peer-review surveys, which included more than 16.1 million confidential evaluations by leading attorneys nationwide.
Mr. Haines was also named a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2023, 2024, and 2025. This distinction is awarded following a rigorous evaluation process that considers multiple factors, including peer recognition and professional achievement. Super Lawyers recognizes only the top 5% of attorneys in Michigan. Mr. Haines is a member of the Oakland County Bar Association.
Additionally, Mr. Haines was recognized by DBusiness as a 2026 Top Lawyer for his work in Trusts & Estates. The DBusiness Top Lawyers designation is a highly regarded honor in Michigan, based on peer nominations and voting among thousands of attorneys, and reflects strong professional reputation and recognition within the legal community.
PRACTICE AREAS
Estate and Trust Litigation
Probate and Trust Administration
Estate Planning
