About Bert W. Carrier
Bert W. Carrier Jr. built a legal career that bridges state practice and federal court work. He returned to law later than some, bringing a broader life perspective to his practice. His approach is straightforward and anchored in courtroom procedure and federal filings.
He completed his undergraduate studies at Michigan State University’s James Madison College in 1993. After years away from formal study he enrolled at Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and earned his J.D. in 2009. The two degrees bookend distinct phases of his professional life and inform the way he handles cases.
Carrier is admitted to practice in Michigan and in several federal venues. His credentials include admission to the Western District of Michigan, the Eastern District of Michigan, and the United States Tax Court. Those admissions allow him to file and argue matters that cross state and federal lines. He has handled filings, motions and hearings in both state and federal forums.
Over the years Carrier has concentrated much of his practice on matters that require federal court appearances and tax court proceedings. He is experienced in preparing pleadings for federal district courts and the Tax Court, and in managing procedural requirements that each forum demands. He also works on state-court matters arising under Michigan law when cases touch on federal questions or tax issues.
In practice he combines litigation tasks—drafting motions, conducting discovery, presenting arguments—with the practical work of advising clients about procedural options and likely pathways. Colleagues describe his style as practical and procedural. Clients find that he emphasizes clear explanation of the next steps and realistic timelines for court work.
Carrier practices from Bert Carrier & Associates. The firm serves individuals and businesses that need representation in both state and federal settings. He continues to accept matters that require federal filings and Tax Court appearances, and he represents clients in Michigan courts when issues overlap with federal jurisdiction.
As of 2026 Carrier’s work remains centered on matters involving federal litigation and tax court practice, and he maintains active admissions that enable him to represent clients in both district courts and the United States Tax Court.
