Christopher A. Ballard

Partner at Varnum

Chris focuses his practice on estate planning, trust administration, nonprofit organizations, taxation and business planning. He counsels clients on wealth management matters including estate and inheritance tax issues and probate administration. As part of his tax practice, he counsels clients on fiduciary, international and partnership tax matters.

In addition, Chris is the principal author of Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice, published by Independent Sector and the Council on Foundations in connection with the Mott Foundation.

Chris was named Ann Arbor “Lawyer of the Year” in the area of Trusts and Estates in the 2021 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.

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  • Partner

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