Kenneth F. Silver is a distinguished probate and real estate lawyer with over 40 years of experience, specializing in trust and estate litigation, probate administration, and complex real estate transactions. As a Shareholder and Co-Managing Partner at Hertz Schram PC, he is recognized for his direct, responsive approach and his reputation as both a tough litigator and a knowledgeable advisor in matters involving significant assets.
His practice uniquely bridges probate litigation and real estate law, often handling cases where large estates and trusts include substantial real property. He represents a diverse clientele, including fiduciaries, beneficiaries, real estate developers, and financial institutions, and is known for efficient, straight-forward advocacy that avoids unnecessary costs. Admitted to practice in 1983, he is a strong presence in Michigan probate courts and has extensive trial experience, including jury trials.
Services Offered
- Estate Planning
- Probate Administration
- Trust Disputes
- Will Contests
- Estate Litigation
- Real Estate Law
- Real Estate Financing
- Real Estate Development
- Real Estate Syndication
- Real Estate Sales and Acquisitions
- Commercial Real Estate
- Corporate Litigation
- General Corporate Law
- Fiduciary Representation
- Guardianship and Conservatorship Matters
He serves clients throughout Michigan and is a frequent lecturer for the Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE). His numerous accolades include being named a Super Lawyer, a dBusiness Top Lawyer, and a Leading Lawyer in Real Estate Law, and he holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell for over 30 years.
