Pro Bono with Ed Nahhat

About Pro Bono with Ed Nahhat

Attorney Ed Nahhat of the Kemp Klein Law Firm in Troy, Michigan, sits down with lawyers and other legal professionals to understand what makes them tick, and review some important cases from their careers.

Publisher

Edward Nahhat

Category

business · government · true crime

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Apr 2024

Latest episode

11 May 2026

Latest episodes

5 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   11 May 2026

   Trust, Taxes, and Twins - Brian Jenney's Journey

   In this episode of Pro Bono with Ed Nahhat, Ed sits down with his colleague Brian Jenney, a partner at Kemp Klein who focuses on estate planning, trusts, tax matters, probate, and special needs planning. The conversation mixes professional insight with personal stories, giving listeners a better sense of who Brian is beyond his legal work. Ed frames the episode around trust, both in the legal sense and in the personal sense, especially through Brian’s work with families and his role as a captain on a racing sailboat. Brian explains that trust is central to his practice. He works with families during sensitive and long-term planning situations, especially when special needs planning is involved. That work often includes estate planning, probate court, guardianship issues, and helping families understand state and federal benefits. He also handles everything from basic estate planning for families to more complex taxable estates. His additional tax training gives him a broader view of how tax issues affect estate planning decisions. The episode also explores Brian’s background before law. He studied fisheries and wildlife and once worked tracking and tagging grouse in northern Michigan. Ed connects that early care for living systems to Brian’s current care for families navigating complicated legal and personal situations. Brian also talks about the influence of longtime mentor Earle Endelman, who helped shape his understanding of tax law and IRS code. A lighter part of the conversation focuses on Brian’s family. He and his wife have four children: two sets of twins. Ed jokes about Brian being a “twin maker” because the two often show up at the office dressed alike. The episode also touches on Brian’s dedication to his children, his sailing life, and the way leadership on a boat mirrors leadership with clients. The strongest practical takeaway is Brian’s emphasis on communication. He says lawyers need to keep clients updated, return calls promptly, and respond to emails in a reasonable time. The episode closes with a discussion about Zoom court hearings, how they have changed access to the courts, and the challenges lawyers and judges now face when managing online dockets. More info on the Kemp Klein Law Firm can be found at https://kkue.com/ (https://kkue.com/) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com (https://pcm.adswizz.com) for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2. 

   3 Jun 2025

   Legacy, Law, and Heart: Amanda Afton Martin’s Story

   Estate planning attorney Amanda Afton Martin shares how family legacy and a passion for helping others shapes her career, emphasizing creative legacy planning and the importance of empathy in her legal work in this interview.

3. 

   7 Mar 2025

   From Litigator to Leader: Brian Rolfe’s Journey at Kemp Klein

   In this episode of Pro Bono with Ed Nahhat, we sit down with Brian Rolfe, President and CEO of Kemp Klein Law Firm. Brian shares his journey from joining the firm in 2007 to leading it today, emphasizing the firm’s unique culture and long-standing staff. His commitment to the firm grew over time, leading him to take on leadership responsibilities while maintaining his law practice. Brian reflects on his early legal career, starting in tax and business litigation, and how his experience shaped his approach to firm management. He discusses the importance of mentorship, peer recognition, and the effort required to become a "Super Lawyer," highlighting the steep learning curve young attorneys face in their first years. He attributes much of his success to resilience, preparation, and a strong support system, including his wife, Leslie, whom he met in college. We also explore Brian’s personal interests, including his passion for marathon running, skiing, and officiating lacrosse. He draws parallels between preparing for a marathon and preparing for litigation—both require discipline, endurance, and the ability to handle unexpected challenges. His dedication to personal growth extends into his legal practice, where he has evolved from a litigation-heavy focus to a more holistic role in business and estate planning, helping clients navigate succession planning and long-term financial security. Brian explains how Kemp Klein prioritizes succession planning for businesses and individuals, working to prevent legal disputes before they arise. He emphasizes the firm's commitment to client service, ensuring that business owners, families, and individuals have comprehensive legal strategies in place. As we recently celebrated Kemp Klein’s 55th anniversary, Brian reflects on the firm's history and its strong sense of community. He also discusses the Kemp Klein Foundation, its charitable initiatives, and the success of the annual golf outing, which raised over $30,000 for Forgotten Harvest. Throughout our conversation, Brian’s leadership philosophy becomes clear—he values collaboration, preparation, and a positive outlook. His ability to balance firm leadership with a thriving legal practice underscores his dedication to both the firm's legacy and its future. Stay tuned for our next episode, where we spotlight a rising star at Kemp Klein. More info on the Kemp Klein Law Firm can be found at https://kkue.com/ (https://kkue.com/)

4. 

   10 Dec 2024

   Alan May on Law, Leadership, and Lifelong Learning

   Alan May, a highly respected attorney and public servant, shares his career path, bipartisan collaboration, and commitment to serving underserved populations in the law.

5. 

   27 Apr 2024

   Legal Legends: Joe Buttiglieri's 48 Years in Law

   In our first episode of "Pro Bono with Ed Nahhat," we were thrilled to host Kemp Klein's Joe Buttiglieri, an esteemed lawyer with an impressive 48 years of legal experience. Our conversation spanned various aspects of Joe's career, his approach to law, and the significant changes he's witnessed in the legal profession. Joe marked the beginning of his career back in November 1976, a time before the widespread use of the internet and email. He reminisced about the early days when communication was primarily through phone calls and letters, and how the advent of technologies like photocopiers was a big deal. Reflecting on these changes, Joe emphasized the importance of continual learning and adapting to maintain relevance and engagement in legal practice. His early involvement with the Institute for Continuing Legal Education was a pivotal element that kept his career fresh by requiring him to stay updated and knowledgeable about varying legal topics. An interesting segment of our discussion highlighted Joe's role as a mediator, a skill he has honed over the years, characterized by his strong ethos of treating everyone with the respect they deserve. This approach, he believes, has been crucial not only in litigation but also in effective mediation. Joe attributes his success in building a good rapport with both colleagues and adversaries to the foundational values instilled by his parents—treating others as one would like to be treated, irrespective of the adversarial nature of legal disputes. We also delved into Joe's legal philosophy and his motivation for pursuing a career in law. He shared his views on the law as a tool for maintaining a civil society, especially poignant given his formative years during the 1960s—a time marked by significant social and political upheaval. Joe expressed a deep commitment to resolving conflicts through legal means rather than violence, highlighting his belief in the power of the law to foster a civilized society. Finally, Joe touched on his courtroom experiences and the personal connections that have become rarer in the age of digital communication and remote hearings. He reminisced about the benefits of direct interactions with clients and colleagues, which have been somewhat diminished by the convenience but impersonal nature of video conferencing tools like Zoom. Our discussion not only shed light on Joe's extensive career and legal insights but also offered valuable lessons on adaptability, respect, and the enduring importance of personal integrity in the practice of law. Link: Institute for Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) http://www.icle.org/ (http://www.icle.org/) More info on the Kemp Klein Law Firm can be found at https://kkue.com/ (https://kkue.com/)

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