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Niki M. Sturm

Niki M. Sturm is an associate attorney at Great Lakes Family Probate & Estates, where she brings over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry to the estate planning and probate practice. With a deep understanding of the administration side of implementing clients' estate plans, Niki is uniquely positioned to provide comprehensive legal guidance that aligns with her clients' financial goals.

Niki is passionate about getting things done right, with a keen eye for detail and a talent for analytical thinking. She takes pride in her work and is committed to delivering solutions that help clients navigate the complexities of estate planning and probate matters.

Her career began in the financial planning industry, where she worked as a registered representative with a national independent broker-dealer. It was during this time, collaborating with estate planning attorneys, that Niki developed a desire to pursue law.

While raising three children and working full-time, Niki attended law school in the evenings and weekends, earning her J.D. magna cum laude from WMU-Cooley Law School. She passed the Michigan and Florida Bar Exams within five months of graduation. With her unique blend of legal expertise and financial experience, Niki is dedicated to helping clients navigate complex estate planning and wealth management issues.

Since she began practicing law, Niki has focused on helping clients achieve their estate planning goals, offering guidance and support through every step of the process. She has represented clients in various roles in probate court, including trustees, beneficiaries, personal representatives, heirs, guardians, and conservators. Known for her passionate advocacy, she is deeply committed to providing empathetic yet honest counsel, helping her clients navigate complex legal matters with clarity and confidence.

Outside of her legal practice, Niki splits her time between Michigan and Florida. She is the proud mother of three adult children, grandmother to two, and has a collection of pets that she affectionately refers to as "too many." A devoted gardener, Niki enjoys growing a variety of plants and takes pride in canning and preserving her harvest to share with family and friends. With family in both Michigan and Florida, Niki values spending quality time with loved ones, no matter where life takes her.

Memberships

State Bar of Michigan Probate and Estates Section

Oakland County Bar Association Probate, Estates, & Trusts Committee

Woman Lawyer's Association of Michigan

Florida Bar Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section

Admissions

State of Michigan

State of Florida

United States Department of Veteran Affairs Accredited Attorney

Professional Licenses

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)

Series 7 – General Securities Representative

Series 63 – Uniform Securities Agent State Law

Series 6 – Investment Co. Products/Variable Contracts Representative 

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