Christopher Attar is a member of Bodman’s High Net Worth Practice Group. He advises founders, business owners, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices on complex income and estate tax planning, wealth transfer, and business succession matters, including Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) planning.

Before rejoining Bodman, Chris served as a lead tax attorney at General Motors, advising on strategic transactions, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and cross-border transactions. Earlier in his career, he practiced in Bodman’s Business and Tax Practice Groups, advising on mergers and acquisitions, strategic transactions, and other tax planning matters. He also practiced as a tax attorney at PwC.

Honors, Awards, and Recognition

• Michigan Rising Stars 2020, Tax

Civic, Cultural, and Community Activities

• Children’s Hospital of Michigan Board Member

Professional Affiliations

• State Bar of Michigan
  • Taxation Section
  • Young Lawyers Section

Publications

• “Using trusts to maximize the benefits of qualified small business stock in the US,” GGI FYI Trust & Estate Planning News, June 2026

Related News

• 08/06/2025Christopher Attar and Catherine Kokotovich Rejoin Bodman PLC as Members
• 02/08/20182018 Tax Reform Update | Understanding the New "Qualified Business Income Deduction"
• 02/02/20182018 Tax Reform Update | Understanding the Changes Affecting Tax-Exempt Organizations
• 08/15/2017Bodman Volunteers Help Life Remodeled Beautify Detroit