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Sophia Grotkin and Heather Chakirov have practiced law together for over a decade. They attribute their longstanding partnership to their complementing strengths and mutual commitment to practicing law in areas that serve families during the most sensitive times of their lives.
Over time, they realized, given the nature of their work, a traditional law firm setting was not as approachable as it could be. That’s where Grotkin + Chakirov LLC was created. The firm was established to provide boutique-style estate and guardianship services where community members receive legal help in a professional yet supremely comfortable environment.
The practice offers full spectrum estate planning; fiduciary; guardianship and conservatorship; probate; adoption; relationship agreements; and trust administration and litigation services. “Our team provides a full circle approach to law, meaning we look at the full range of needs of our clients, even if it is not in an area we directly work in, and we meet those needs whether through our own services or connections with other excellent professional partnerships,” Chakirov says.
Grotkin + Chakirov makes its legal offerings accessible through its broad spectrum of services and with an understanding of sometimes uncommunicated client needs. “We practice in the same community we live in, so we have personal knowledge of the legal issues that our clients face,” Grotkin says. “This puts us in an optimal position to be especially helpful.”
When reflecting on what makes the practice stand out from other firms, Grotkin and Chakirov agree. “We have made a particular commitment to empowering families to take control of decision-making for their own lives and legacy,” Chakirov says. “Our clients appreciate that we don’t push; we guide. They know that our input is genuine and practical, not a sales pitch, ever, and our relationships are ongoing—often reaching multiple generations. Our clients know we take that trust very seriously.” Grotkin says.
As individual lawyers and as a firm, the team has been selected as Super Lawyers and Rising Stars as well as Best Lawyers and Law Firm since Grotkin + Chakirov’s inception.
Grotkin + Chakirov
7400 Metro Blvd., Suite 252; 952.800.4550
