Stephanie Neal Receives Probate and Estate Planning Certificate

Grand Rapids, Mich., Dec. 11, 2006— Stephanie A. Neal, of the law firm Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge, has received a Certificate of Completion in the areas of probate and estate planning issued by the Institute of Continuing Legal Education and the Probate and Estate Planning Section of the State Bar of Michigan.

Completion of this program complements Stephanie’s legal education and experience and will enable her to better advise clients on a broad range of issues including estate planning.

Stephanie practices in the Grand Rapids office of Smith Haughey, in the areas of estate planning, tax law, employee benefits, medical malpractice, and professional liability. In addition to her Juris Doctor degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School, she also holds a LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Florida. She is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, The Florida Bar, Maine State Bar Association, American Bar Association, and the Grand Rapids Bar Association. Stephanie is also active in the community, currently serving on the Board of Directors of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services.

Throughout 2006, Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge is celebrating 65 years of helping our clients overcome challenges and take advantage of opportunities. With offices in Ann Arbor, East Lansing, Grand Rapids and Traverse City, and 90 attorneys and counselors, we offer some of the most comprehensive legal experience available. For more information about the firm, call 616.774.8000 or visit www.shrr.com.
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