Areas of Practice

  • Unexpected financial hardships such as job loss, divorce, or medical expenses can leave anyone struggling with overwhelming debt. Bankruptcy is a legal tool designed to provide individuals with a fresh financial start when other options are no longer feasible.

    At Ricks & Associates, PLLC, we will evaluate your situation, explain your options, and guide you through every step of the bankruptcy process. Additionally, we help clients explore alternatives to bankruptcy and provide guidance on rebuilding financial stability after receiving debt relief.

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  • Operating a business is not easy. Business owners have to regularly deal with issues as mundane or as complicated as: choice of business entity; business tax consequences; organizational documents; operating agreements; partnership agreements; employment contracts; consulting contracts; non-compete agreements; compliance with bank and consumer protection laws; commercial negotiations; and any resolution of stockholder/partner/LLC disputes. This is not an exhaustive list. Whether you own a business or are opening a business, you owe it to yourself to have Attorney Urenia Ricks-Johnson to effectively address your concerns.

  • We prevent and resolve problems related to contractual issues. Creating a good and viable contract between parties is of paramount importance. There is an old adage in business: “pay now or pay later.” This is never more true than when it comes to generating a contract. A written contract is most often the foundation for all business relationships.

    The elements that must be established to demonstrate the formation of a legally binding contract are (1) offer; (2) acceptance; (3) consideration; (4) mutuality of obligation; (5) competency and capacity; and, in most circumstances, (6) a written instrument.

    Contract law and legal theory have developed over the centuries and thousands upon thousands of cases center around the six elements listed above. The contract attorney’s job is to create contractual provisions that protect their client’s interests not only for when business relationships are good between parties, but more importantly, if and when these relationships deteriorate.

  • Family law matters often involve some of the most personal and emotionally sensitive issues individuals and families face. We recognize the importance of addressing these matters with care, clarity, and compassion.

    Family law can encompass a range of issues, including divorce, child custody and parenting time, child support, spousal support, and related domestic matters. These situations frequently carry long-term personal and financial implications, making thoughtful legal guidance especially important.

    Our approach emphasizes respect, discretion, and clear communication, helping clients understand their options and next steps during what can be a difficult and uncertain time. We assist clients with our utmost care, and ensure their legal needs are fully supported.

  • We provide business counseling, transactional and litigation defense services, including pro bono representation when appropriate.

    The firm’s nonprofit clients include foundations; religious organizations; municipal organizations; private and public associations; community groups; schools; conservation and real estate development organizations, among others.

    Like for-profit entities, the firm’s nonprofit clients require assistance with business, commercial issues, as well as special tax, funding, corporate and specific issues related to their charitable activities.

  • What happens when a loved one dies without making final provisions to convey property?

    At some point, heirs will be compelled to file a probate action in order to legally dispose or distribute assets. Probate can be a frustrating experience, and our goal is to educate and facilitate this process. We provide quality representation in probate matters across the State of Michigan.

    Estate planning is one of the most effective ways to help your loved ones avoid the time, expense, and uncertainty of probate. Our firm provides comprehensive estate planning services, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other essential legal documents tailored to your needs. By planning ahead, you can protect your assets, ensure your wishes are honored, and provide peace of mind for you and your family.

  • Throughout Michigan, clients entrust Ricks & Associates, PLLC with their biggest investments – our focus in every transaction is too reduce legal risks and financial exposure.

    Listed below are the matters that we handle in real estate law:

    • drafting conveyance documents

    • residential purchases and refinances

    • land contracts

    • commercial purchases and refinances

    • landlord-tenant

    • quiet title actions

    • partition actions

    • deed disputes

    • title disputes

    • all types of real estate litigation

    • property tax issues

    • foreclosure

    • lien law