Gary Allen, Neighbor

GARY F. ALLEN - Attorney-at-Law, PLLC - Founder of Retirement Protection Strategies, LLC -

Mr. Gary Allen has been a licensed Michigan Attorney for 30 years. He graduated from the University of Michigan School of Business and the University of Michigan Law School. Today, his practice is focused on Estate Planning, Elder Law and Retirement Planning. He is a member of the Probate and Estates Section and the Elder Law Section of the Michigan Bar Association. He is also a VA certified attorney and a licensed insurance agent.

Mr. Allen has a unique law practice. In addition to the preparation of legal documents such as wills, trusts and powers of attorney, his practice takes a total approach toward protecting the assets and guaranteeing the income of a retiree. Additionally, Mr. Allen is a recognized specialist in the distribution and maximization of IRAs and other retirement accounts. More information can be found at www.gfalawfirm.com, www.retirementprotectionstrategies.com and on facebook under ‘Allen Elder Law.’

In past years, Mr. Allen has been recognized for his community work by both the House of Representatives for the State of Michigan and the House of Representatives for the US Congress. The Michigan Jaycees once recognized him as one of the Ten Outstanding Young Men in the State of Michigan. Mr. Allen has also served on the boards of the Girl’s and Boy’s Club, the Little League, the Chamber of Commerce, Miss Teen, Project Concern International, and many other organizations. He was also a scoutmaster for an Explorer troop. He worked with the State Bar of Michigan as a Grievance Investigator to help people who have been taken advantage of by attorneys. He has been a guest lecturer at Cleary College, Washtenaw Community College, and Eastern Michigan University. He has made more than 500 speeches to various community groups, churches and other gatherings of retirees. His wife, Susan, is well known for her volunteer work with the Northville schools, Girl Scouts, and Vacation Bible School. The Allen’s have three children and the entire family is active in “Bridgepointe,” a charity that supports the health and educational needs of inner-city school children.