Dirk Hoffius Partner
- Office
- Grand Rapids
- Phone
- 616/336-6807
- Fax
- 616/336-7000
- dchoffius@varnumlaw.com
- Download
- V-Card, Resume
- Assistant
- Janet Ricord, 616/336-6832
- Network
Estate Planning Experience
Dirk is a member of the Estate Planning Practice Group. He provides a combination of legal experience and counseling in the most sophisticated estate plans as well as basic estate plans which enable him to assist clients as their needs change. He has particular expertise in strategic planning which he brings to his work with families as they implement their own goals and objectives into their estate plan. He has also been both a board member and Chair in many non-profit organizations in Western Michigan, reflecting his commitment to our community and his goal that any project undertaken must be done well and with enthusiasm.
Recognition & Rankings
- Has been a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Council since 1988
- Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1989 in the area of trusts and estates
- Included on the 2011 Michigan Super Lawyers listing
Professional Activities
- State Bar of Michigan: Crossroads Task Force on Judicial Reform, 2010 -2011; Probate and Estate Council (Chair, 2002 - 2003)
- Grand Rapids Bar Association
Community Activities
- Grand Rapids Art Museum Board
- Grand Rapids Urban Market Board
- Frederik Meijer Gardens Foundation Board
- Sweet House Foundation Board
- Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation (past Chair, 2008 - 2009)
- Frederik Meijer Gardens (Board of Directors, past Secretary, 2001-2005)
- Grand Rapids Community Foundation (Board of Trustees, 1992-2000, past Chair, 1997)
- Kendall College of Art and Design (Board of Trustees, past Chair,1987-1989)
Education
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University of Virginia School of Law
Charlottesville, Virginia
L.L.B., 1969 -
Colgate University
Hamilton, New York
A.B., 1966