Andrea M. DeFrain

Andrea M. DeFrain

Trusts and Estates
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2025

About Andrea

Andrea DeFrain has moved to of-counsel status after practicing since 1981 and as a member of the Bodman High Net Worth Practice Group since 2005. Ms. DeFrain concentrated her practice in the areas of estate planning, estate and gift taxation, and probate administration.During her career, she was an adviser to individuals and families on a variety of personal and related tax matters. She continues to participate in the firm’s representation of certain clients.In addition, Ms. DeFrain has experience in the tax exempt area, including qualified retirement plans under ERISA, private foundations and public charities.

Andrea DeFrain has moved to of-counsel status after practicing since 1981 and as a member of the Bodman High Net Worth Practice Group since 2005. Ms. DeFrain concentrated her practice in the areas of estate planning, estate and gift taxation, and probate administration.During her career, she was an adviser to individuals and families on a variety of personal and related tax matters. She continues to participate in the firm’s representation of certain clients.In addition, Ms. DeFrain has experience in the tax exempt area, including qualified retirement plans under ERISA, private foundations and public charities.

During her career, she was an adviser to individuals and families on a variety of personal and related tax matters. She continues to participate in the firm’s representation of certain clients.

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4.5 / 5

6 Reviews

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Amara Okonkwo

Jan 18, 2026

Always Available and Clear in Complex Estate Planning

I worked with Andrea DeFrain on updating my estate plan, and her communication was exceptional. She responded to emails within hours, explained every legal term in plain language, and scheduled calls...

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Henrik Johansson

Jan 18, 2026

Deep Tax Knowledge Saved Our Family Foundation

Andrea's expertise in tax-exempt organizations was invaluable when our family's private foundation faced compliance issues. She navigated complex ERISA and IRS regulations with precision, identifying...

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Yuki Nakamura

Jan 18, 2026

Secured a Favorable Settlement in Probate Dispute

After my father's passing, a probate dispute threatened to deplete the estate. Andrea DeFrain skillfully negotiated a settlement that preserved over 90% of the assets for our family. She anticipated o...

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Fatima Al-Rashid

Jan 18, 2026

Compassionate Guidance During a Difficult Time

When my spouse passed away, I was overwhelmed by probate administration. Andrea showed remarkable compassion, listening patiently to my concerns and easing my anxiety about the process. She handled se...

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Diego Alvarez

Jan 18, 2026

Exemplary Professionalism in High-Net-Worth Planning

Andrea DeFrain's professionalism is unmatched. As a member of the Bodman High Net Worth Practice Group, she managed our complex estate planning with discretion and integrity. Her reputation for excell...