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Bob advises clients on disputes involving trusts and estates, as well as insurance and business disputes. He has represented a broad array of fiduciary and estate representatives, trustees and beneficiaries in will contests, trust contests, fiduciary misconduct and wealth management-related disputes. Regardless of the challenge at hand, Bob prioritizes providing each client with the information and solutions they need, keeping them informed of all developments and viable options for a favorable resolution at every stage.

Bob also counsels and assists insurance policyholders in presenting liability and property insurance claims that range from environmental contamination to fire and other casualty losses. When Bob sees injustice, particularly within the insurance realm, he is relentless in helping clients pursue their rights, having litigated cases that resulted in millions of dollars in recovered coverage.

Primarily a trial lawyer, Bob is valued for his ability to identify the key facts and strategically position disputes for efficient and expeditious resolution. Particularly in northern Indiana, Bob is known as a respected and esteemed advocate. His dedication to community involvement and local and regional professional organizations not only allows him to serve the community, but also to know the judges before whom he presents his clients’ positions. Bob offers veteran perspective and skill in addressing and overcoming the emotions that infuse acrimony in a fair and balanced manner.

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Location
  • 12 Longmeadow Village Drive, Suite 100
    Niles, MI 49120
Education
  • Indiana University Bloomington, J.D., graduated 1987
  • Indiana University Bloomington, B.A., graduated 1983
Bar Admissions
  • Michigan, Robert G. Devetski, 2020
  • Indiana, Robert G. Devetski, 1988
Court Admissions
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit

Butzel Long

Headquarters: Detroit, Michigan

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Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2025 - Insurance Law Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2017 - Insurance Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Insurance Law, South Bend (2025)
  • Insurance Law, South Bend (2017)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 for work in:
  • Insurance Law

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