Henry M. Grix

Nonprofit / Charities Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Troy, Michigan

47+ years experience

Dickinson Wright PLLC

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

248-433-7548

https://www.dickinson-wright.com/our-people/henry-m-grix

2600 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 300, Troy, MI 48084-3312

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Bio

Henry Grix focuses his practice on Estate Planning & Administration and Taxation. He is experienced in developing and implementing enforceable estate plans for the management and transfer of assets during life and at death in ways that avoid unnecessary taxation, preserve privacy and protect loved ones. He counsels clients about achieving their charitable intentions through tax-efficient outright gifts, 'lead' and/or charitable remainder trusts, private foundations, donor advised funds and/or supporting organizations and counsels public charities about securing and retaining tax exempt status, including compliance issues in a changing and challenging environment.

Practice Areas

Nonprofit / Charities Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Nonprofit / Charities Law, Troy (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Trusts and Estates, Troy (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Nonprofit / Charities Law, Troy (2020)
Lawyer of the Year: Trusts and Estates, Troy (2020)
Lawyer of the Year: Trusts and Estates, Troy (2017)
Lawyer of the Year: Nonprofit / Charities Law, Detroit (2014)
Lawyer of the Year: Trusts and Estates, Detroit (2010)
Recognized: Nonprofit / Charities Law
Recognized: Trusts and Estates
Special Focus: Disability
Special Focus: Estate Planning
Special Focus: Fiduciary Duties
Special Focus: Gift Planning
Special Focus: Nonprofit Organizations and Charitable Giving
Special Focus: Partnership and Limited Liability
Special Focus: Planning for Closely Held Businesses
Special Focus: Probate
Special Focus: Succession Planning
Special Focus: Tax
Special Focus: Trust Administration

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2001

Education

The University of Michigan Law School, J.D., graduated 1978

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Reviews

Katherine Hill

2 weeks ago

A Masterful Guide Through Complex Estate and Tax Planning

After the passing of my father, my siblings and I were faced with the daunting task of administering a complex estate that included a family business, multiple properties, and a significant charitable foundation. The potential for family conflict and tax complications was immense. We turned to Henry Grix at Dickinson Wright, and it was the best decision we could have made. With 47 years of experience, Mr. Grix provided not just legal expertise, but profound wisdom. He meticulously navigated the intricate interplay between estate administration and taxation, ensuring a smooth transition of assets while minimizing our tax burden. His deep knowledge of nonprofit law was invaluable in guiding the charitable component, a testament to the recognition he has rightly received in that field. What sets Mr. Grix apart is his ability to explain sophisticated legal concepts in clear terms and his genuine care for achieving a harmonious family outcome. He anticipated issues we never would have considered and crafted solutions that were both legally sound and personally sensitive. The process concluded efficiently, preserving family relationships and securing our financial future. For anyone in the Troy area needing counsel on trusts, estates, or related tax matters, Henry Grix is simply unparalleled.