Jason S. H. ter Avest

Jason S. H. ter Avest is a Michigan attorney and shareholder at Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins, & Borsos P.C., serving clients from the firm’s Battle Creek office. He brings nearly a decade of private practice experience and focuses on estate planning, elder law, probate, business law, municipal matters, zoning, and real estate law. Jason is known for translating complex legal issues into clear guidance, helping clients understand their options and make informed decisions. He approaches each matter with careful preparation and attention to detail, ensuring legal strategies align with each client’s specific goals.

Jason earned his J.D. from Pepperdine University School of Law in 2013. He also completed a Certificate in Dispute Resolution from the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution and was a member of Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society. During law school, he received the CALI Award in Federal Estate and Gift Tax. He earned his B.B.A. in Finance from Western Michigan University in 2009, with minors in Economics and Law, and was named a Presidential Scholar for Finance and Commercial Law.

Jason has a legal career that centers on guiding individuals, families, and organizations through critical legal transitions. In estate planning and elder law matters, he helps clients create clear plans that protect assets, plan for future care, and support long-term goals. He regularly assists with probate and trust administration, providing steady guidance during complex legal processes. His careful planning helps reduce uncertainty and promotes smoother outcomes for beneficiaries and fiduciaries.

Jason, beyond probate matters, advises clients in business, municipal, and real estate law. He assists business owners with formation, compliance, and transactions, and supports municipalities with planning and zoning issues. In real estate matters, he helps clients manage transactions and property-related concerns. He is admitted to practice in Michigan and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan.

Jason S. H. ter Avest is a member of the State Bar of Michigan’s Probate and Estate Planning Section and serves on the executive board of the Calhoun County Bar Association. His work was recognized with the Michigan Super Lawyers “Rising Star” honor in 2025.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Kreis Enderle Hudgins & Borsos, P.C.
• Member, State Bar of Michigan, Probate and Estate Planning Section
• Executive Board Member, Calhoun County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Michigan

Education

• Pepperdine University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Western Michigan University
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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