Jeffrey W. Jeff Beswick

Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law

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Grand Rapids, Michigan

38+ years experience

Varnum LLP

Updated: Dec 25, 2025

Contact Information

616-336-6000

https://www.varnumlaw.com/people/jeffrey-w-beswick

Bridgewater Place, Suite 1700, 333 Bridge Street, NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

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Bio

Jeff’s practice focuses on business law, real estate, and estate planning. He works with many small- and medium-sized companies and handles all of their legal issues, including business transactions, financing, contracts, licensing matters, and real estate transactions. Jeff has special expertise in commercial real estate development and financing and in the ownership, management and transfer of family cottages, farms and vacation properties. He also represents clients in the agriculture and food industries, providing services including business and real estate advice tailored to the needs of these clients. Jeff's estate planning work includes assisting clients with wills and trusts, and giving estate taxation counsel. Jeff’s practice focuses on business law, real estate, and estate planning. He works with many small- and medium-sized companies and handles all of their legal issues, including business transactions, financing, contracts, licensing matters, and real estate transactions. Jeff has special expertise in commercial real estate development and financing and in the ownership, management and transfer of family cottages, farms and vacation properties. He also represents clients in the agriculture and food industries, providing services including business and real estate advice tailored to the needs of these clients. Jeff's estate planning work includes assisting clients with wills and trusts, and giving estate taxation counsel.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Michigan

State Capital

Lansing

Highest Court

Michigan Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of Michigan

Typical Consultation

$200-$400

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$500/hr

Fee Model Notes

Family law matters often blend consultation, hourly billing, and limited-scope flat fees.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Grand Rapids (2025)
Lawyer of the Year: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Grand Rapids (2023)
Recognized: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Recognized: Corporate Law
Recognized: Trusts and Estates
Practice Area: Real Estate Law
Recipient, 2010 G.W. Haworth Strength of Community Award for Exemplary Community Leadership