Fraser Trebilcock

11/02/2026

Make your voice heard!

10/30/2026

Happy Halloween from Fraser Trebilcock! We hope your day is filled with treats, not tricks. But if you find yourself in a tricky situation, you know who to call. 🎃

10/23/2026

When insurance claims become complex, having an attorney who understands both the legal and insurance sides of a dispute can make a difference.

Dakota A. Larson, Attorney at Fraser Trebilcock, focuses her practice on insurance defense, with experience handling complex liability, coverage, and bad faith claims across multiple lines of insurance and jurisdictions.

Before joining Fraser Trebilcock, Dakota worked in-house at a national insurance company and served as a Research Attorney at the Michigan
Court of Appeals. Her background gives her a well-rounded perspective when helping clients navigate insurance-related disputes and litigation.

Outside of work, Dakota enjoys spending time with family and friends, trying new restaurants, and cheering on MSU and the Detroit Lions.

Connect with Dakota and learn more about Fraser Trebilcock's Insurance Defense practice through the link below.
https://www.fraserlawfirm.com/Site/Professionals/Dakota-A-Larson.aspx

10/21/2026

Marlaine C. Teahan looks at the estate planning considerations raised by Jimmy Buffett’s trust dispute, including trustee selection and the management of complex assets.

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By Marlaine C. Teahan While visiting Gatlinburg, I couldn't pass up a photo at Margaritaville. The visit also prompted a closer look at the trust and estate issues that have emerged following Jimmy Buffett's death, and the estate planning lessons they offer. Jimmy Buffett built a legacy that extende...

10/12/2026

Congratulations to Fraser Trebilcock's President Mark E. Kellogg on being named a 2026 Michigan Lawyers Weekly Legal 250 honoree in the Nonprofit category! We’re proud to recognize Mark and his work serving nonprofit organizations.

10/07/2026

Please join us in welcoming Jillian Koski to Fraser Trebilcock as a Law Clerk!

Jillian is currently pursuing her Juris Doctor at Michigan State University College of Law and brings a very strong academic background along with experience in legal research, public service, and leadership. We are excited to welcome Jillian to the firm and look forward to supporting her professional growth as she develops her legal career.

Welcome to Fraser Trebilcock, Jillian!

10/02/2026

Fraser Trebilcock was proud to support the Michigan Cable Telecommunications Association (MCTA) Barry Harrison Summer Scramble as a hole sponsor. Congratulations to Bob Burgee and Sean Gallagher for helping lead the Fraser Trebilcock team to the tournament's low score of 11-under par and winning the outing low-score trophy for the second consecutive year. Bob also earned closest-to-the-pin honors, while Fraser Trebilcock teammate Kevin Poole of TEKsystems took home Longest Drive honors. Special thanks to Nathan Kark and the MCTA team for another great event.

09/28/2026

Geofrey Bilabaye, Attorney at Fraser Trebilcock, brings a distinguished background in both litigation and military service to his work on behalf of clients.

Before joining the firm, Geofrey served as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for more than four years, gaining extensive courtroom experience handling complex cases. He also serves as a Judge Advocate in the Michigan Army National Guard, providing legal counsel in support of those who serve.

His accomplishments have earned him recognition including the Department of the Army Commendation Medal and Central Methodist University's Outstanding Young Alumni Award.

At Fraser Trebilcock, Geofrey helps businesses address disputes, reduce risk, and achieve practical solutions to all their legal challenges.

📞 Connect with Geofrey and learn more about Fraser Trebilcock's Business Law practice through the link below.

https://www.fraserlawfirm.com/Site/Professionals/Geofrey-Bilabaye.aspx

09/25/2026

👏 Congratulations to Attorney Valerie Kutz-Otway for her leadership and contributions at the State Bar of Michigan Elder Law & Disability Rights Section Fall Conference in Grand Rapids!

This week, Valerie co-presented the Probate Litigation Update with Attorney Dan Hilker, discussing significant appellate cases and their impact on probate practice. Also, at the section annual meeting she accepted the nomination to serve as Chair of the Disability Rights Committee.

A special highlight of the conference came when financial exploitation expert Dr. Lichtenberg shared a challenging case he and Valerie worked on together, recognizing her by name and noting that the family had "the best legal counsel."

Congratulations, Valerie, on your leadership, expertise, and well-deserved recognition! 👏

09/21/2026

Welcome to Fraser Trebilcock Spotlight, where we highlight the attorneys, practice areas, and legal insights that help clients navigate today's complex legal challenges.

What would happen if your professional license was suddenly at risk?

For healthcare professionals, a license is more than a credential. It's the foundation of a career. Licensing investigations and disciplinary proceedings can arise unexpectedly and have lasting consequences.

Through Fraser Trebilcock's Professional Licensing Defense practice, Rob Andretz helps licensed healthcare professionals across Michigan navigate these complex matters and protect their ability to practice.

📞 To learn more about Fraser Trebilcock's Professional Licensing Defense practice or connect with Rob Andretz, visit his profile.

https://www.fraserlawfirm.com/Site/Professionals/Robert-J-Andretz.aspx