Mark E. Mueller

Attorney at Law

Hi, I'm Mark Mueller. My goal is to provide advice that is both realistic and practical and free from as much legal jargon as possible.  I am able to provide solutions my clients can put to use right away or guide them in effective long-term planning and goals.  I believe the most important skills as an attorney are listening to your client, being dedicated to doing the very best work possible and learning to ask the right questions. 

The great thing about practicing business law, real estate, and “trusts & estates” is that the work is mostly about planning for the future, rather than fighting over something that has already happened.

I'm proud that early in my career, I took on a huge project for a large foreign auto supplier, to establish a new US company and build a factory to make auto parts. I met with state governors and negotiated business incentives and handled all the legal aspects of acquiring real estate, financing and construction. The plant has grown and now employs hundreds of US workers.

When I'm not working in my law practice, I enjoy spending time in the central and western parts of the Upper Peninsula, whether it be looking for grouse in the woods, fishing streams, or boating on Lake Superior.  

Why I Practice Law

Practicing law lets me share three things that I really enjoy every single day: reading, writing and problem-solving.  

Fun Fact

My Dad was the woodshop teacher at Royal Oak Kimball High School.

Bar Admissions

  • Michigan
  • U.S. District Court — Eastern District of Michigan

Education

  • Wayne State University Law School
    • J.D. — 1992
    • Honors: Moot Court & Bronze Key Recipient
  • Wayne State University
    • B.A. Philosophy (with honors) — 1986
  • University of Florida
    • Fellow, Center for Applied Philosophy & Ethics in the Professions — 1986

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    I have been using Mark for my legal needs now for several years and he he has been a true professional.  Best of all he returns yours calls and emails promptly
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    We worked with Mark to finalize our legal agreement documents that were part of a very  important presentation to our Client.  (and we were successful). In addition to his expert legal advise that was critical to our agreement , we were up against a deadline that required a very condensed time fr...
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    My firm has used Mark at Lex Novus for multiple contract reviews and other business consultations.  Mark is excellent counsel and a pleasure to work with.  Highly recommend!
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    The best attorney hands down!Atty Mueller- A special thank you for all your help over the years with my business affairs and now family law/estate. I know it's your job, but it's my life- and I feel you went above and beyond and I just want to express my appreciation. In times like this, you real...
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    Mark is always very helpful. I get great information from all of our meetings.
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    If you are buying a house , Attorney Mark Mueller is the one to call. He helped tremendously with closing on our new home . There were multiple errors in the closing documents (including title!) that he found and got corrected . He is also quick to respond and I felt very confident at closing tim...
  • S Vonryan Recommends Mark E. Mueller

    I highly recommend Mark Mueller to anyone who needs estate planning. He is doing a wonderful job for my mother. He knows the law and is attentive to our needs. He is thorough and we have complete confidence in him. Mr. Mueller's office staff is a pleasure to speak with and he sets the standard fo...
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    Recently I had the pleasure of working with Mark Muller during the refinance of one of our Apartment Buildings.  I contracted Mark to handle the negotiations and paperwork.  I have to say that during my 46 years of working in Commercial Real Estate, Mark was the correct choice, he is a very knowl...