EXPERIENCEKara 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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GMH Attorneys Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America 2026
Sep 10, 2025 Adam Levitsky, Alexander Lebedinski, Anthony Chubb, Bruce W. Haffey, Courtney Q. Moore, David Occhiuto, Donald K. Warwick, Elizabeth “Liza” Favaro, Firm News, Geoffrey S. Wagner, George A. Contis, Jared Trust, John R. Fleming, Julius H. Giarmarco, Kara S. Ferrara, Katherine Ross, Keela Johnson, Kenneth B. Chapie, LeRoy H. Wulfmeier, III, Matthew S. Weaver, News, Paul A. Thursam, Ryan L. Perry, Samantha Faulkner, Thomas P. Cavanaugh, Timothy J. Mullins, Victoria S. Lehman, William H. Heritage, III, William H. Horton
GMH Attorneys Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America 2026GMH is proud to announce that numerous attorneys from our Troy office have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America . These honors...
26 Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C. Attorneys Recognized as Best Lawyers
Aug 29, 2024 Adam Levitsky, Anthony Chubb, Bruce W. Haffey, Dennis M. Rauss, Donald K. Warwick, Elizabeth “Liza” Favaro, Firm News, Geoffrey S. Wagner, George A. Contis, Jared Trust, John A. Anderson, John R. Fleming, Julius H. Giarmarco, Kara S. Ferrara, Katherine Ross, Keela Johnson, Kenneth B. Chapie, Lauren Studley, LeRoy H. Wulfmeier, III, Matthew S. Weaver, News, Paul A. Thursam, Ryan L. Perry, Thomas P. Cavanaugh, Timothy J. Mullins, Victoria S. Lehman, William H. Heritage, III, William H. Horton
26 Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C. Lawyers Recognized as Best Lawyers Award Recipients and Ones to Watch in America August 29, 2024 -- Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C. is pleased to announce that 23 lawyers have been included in the 2025 edition of...
21 GMH Attorneys named to 2024 Best Lawyers List
Aug 29, 2023 Adam Levitsky, Bruce W. Haffey, Dennis M. Rauss, Elizabeth “Liza” Favaro, Firm News, George A. Contis, Jared Trust, John A. Anderson, John R. Fleming, Julius H. Giarmarco, Kara S. Ferrara, Keela Johnson, Lauren Studley, LeRoy H. Wulfmeier, III, Matthew S. Weaver, News, Paul A. Thursam, Ryan L. Perry, Thomas P. Cavanaugh, Timothy J. Mullins, Victoria S. Lehman, William H. Heritage, III, William H. Horton
21 Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C. lawyers named to 2024 Best Lawyers list. Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession, has named the following lawyers from Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton as The Best Lawyers in...
Kara Ferrara to Present at Oakland County Bar Association
Oct 22, 2020 Firm News, Kara S. Ferrara, News
TROY, Mich. - October 21: Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C. is pleased to announce that Business Practice and Estate Planning group member Kara Ferrara will present at the joint Oakland County Bar Association and Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Michigan Chapter...