Kara S. Ferrara
business law & Estate Planning
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EXPERIENCE
Kara S. Ferrara is a trusted advisor in the firm’s Business Practice and Estate Planning group, where she partners with individuals, families, and business owners to create forward‑thinking, highly personalized estate plans. She focuses on helping clients protect what matters most—whether that means navigating complex estate and gift tax strategies, preparing for smooth business transitions, or building long‑term plans that support family goals across generations.
Kara brings extensive experience drafting a wide range of trusts and guiding both individual and corporate fiduciaries through every stage of estate and trust administration. She also prepares durable powers of attorney for financial and healthcare decision‑making, ensuring clients feel confident, informed, and prepared for the future. Known for her thoughtful approach and clear communication style, Kara is committed to making the planning process accessible and empowering for every client she serves.
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EXPERIENCE
Kara S. Ferrara is a trusted advisor in the firm’s Business Practice and Estate Planning group, where she partners with individuals, families, and business owners to create forward‑thinking, highly personalized estate plans. She focuses on helping clients protect what matters most—whether that means navigating complex estate and gift tax strategies, preparing for smooth business transitions, or building long‑term plans that support family goals across generations.
Kara brings extensive experience drafting a wide range of trusts and guiding both individual and corporate fiduciaries through every stage of estate and trust administration. She also prepares durable powers of attorney for financial and healthcare decision‑making, ensuring clients feel confident, informed, and prepared for the future. Known for her thoughtful approach and clear communication style, Kara is committed to making the planning process accessible and empowering for every client she serves.
Practice Areas
• Trust and Estate Administration
• Business Succession Planning
EDUCATION
• Oakland University, B.S.
Admitted to Practice
Memberships
• American Bar Association
• Catholic Lawyers Society of Metropolitan Detroit
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Kara S. Ferrara Joins Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C.
Kara S. Ferrara is a member of the firm’s Business Practice and Estate Planning group, providing our clients assistance with estate planning, probate and trust administration and other tax related matters. Click to view Kara's full profile.

