Monroe Family Lawyers

I always knew that I wanted to use my law degree to help people in need. After moving from Toronto to Detroit, at the peak of the recession, I saw that the community of Detroit was in a real need. Hard-working people were now losing jobs and living off of credit cards just to get by. People in Detroit who could not afford medical insurance had medical bills that were piling up. These people just needed a break, a second chance, to get their life together again and start fresh. I knew then, that I wanted to commit my life...

Attorney David J. Kramer has represented thousands of clients facing criminal charges in both State and Federal Court in the State of Michigan since 1992. An aggressive, highly motivated lawyer, Attorney David J. Kramer works diligently to get the best results for his clients.

Ms. Terry is a 1996 graduate of Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Criminal Justice. She received her law degree from Thomas M Cooley in 1998. Ms. Terry practices in the areas of bankruptcy, real estate and estate planning/probate matters.

A staunch champion of injury victims throughout her career, Kira Damusis has a wealth of pre-litigation and litigation experience which she gained working as an attorney at a number of Detroit area law firms before joining The Smith Law Offices, where she has brought her expertise in handling automobile accidents, premises liability, dog bites, and has further expanded into family law, bankruptcy, debt negotiation and collections.

Kira first entered the world of personal injury practice before becoming licensed to practice working as a law clerk while she studied for the Michigan State Bar Exam. With both personal and professional experience of...

Attorney Katherine R. Sikorski graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelors degree in political science. After graduating, she attended Wayne State University Law School where she received her Juris Doctor. She also earned an LLM degree in taxation. She is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, the Eastern District of Michigan, and the Northern District of Illinois. Additionally, she is a state certified small claims mediator.

Katherine spent two years working for an esteemed firm in downtown Detroit which focuses pimarily on medical malpractice defense. Since founding The Sikorski Law Firm, Katherine has focused primarily on family law....

Don is an experienced attorney that specializes in family law and has concentrated his practice in this area for over three decades. He has represented clients in various facets of family law, which include divorce, child custody, child support, parenting time, paternity, spousal support, mediation and other post-judgment issues. Don has been acknowledged by multiple professional associations and is also the recipient of numerous awards for his outstanding accomplishments in the legal community.

(586) 501-8796 Call for a free Consultation

I started my own law practice in May 2011 and have been servicing clients in the Metro Detroit area ever since. I have a varied general practice but specialize in the following areas:

Criminal Defense- All Misdemeanor and Felony cases including Operating while intoxicated, Retail Fraud, Possession of Analogues, Embezzlement/Larceny Crimes, Possession of Marijuana, Minor in Possession of Alcohol, Disorderly Conduct/Person, Malicious Destruction of Property, Driving While License Suspended, Leaving the Scene of an Accident, and Reckless Driving.
Civil Infractions-All traffic tickets and citations including Speeding, Careless Driving, Disobeying a Traffic Signal, Failure to...

Melanie grew up in Dexter, graduating in 1996. She attended Western Michigan University for undergrad (1996-1999), majoring in political science-public law and then Michigan State University for Law School (2000-2003). After graduation and passing the bar exam she began her law practice in Grand Rapids at RizzoBryan. For the first 5 years, she practiced in the areas of both insurance defense and family law. Melanie moved back to South east Michigan and practiced primarily family law with Harris and Literski (Brighton) for over 12 years. She is a certified trained mediator. She opened MKS...

Susan Elkouri is a trial lawyer, certified Collaborative Divorce Law practitioner, and certified mediator. Ms. Elkouri has practiced divorce law for over 23 years. She earned a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Detroit Law School in 1994 and is licensed to practice in Michigan and Federal Courts.

Susan is a member of the Michigan State Bar Association, Oakland County Bar Association, Wayne County Family Law Bar Association, and the Women Lawyers Association of Michigan. She is an active participant in the Michigan Family Law Certification program and a past University of Detroit Law School Moot Court Judge.

Susan Elkouri is...

Madana Hermiz has received the following accolades and awards: -Rising Star, from SuperLawyers -2013 Client's Choice for Divorce, from AVVO -Top 40 under 40, from the National Trial Lawyers -Top Women Attorneys, HOUR Detroit Madana Hermiz attended the University of Nevada, Las Vegas William S. Boyd School of Law, graduating with honors. She was a member of the dean's list and earned a position as one of twelve on the moot court team, the Society of Advocates. Before establishing HermizLaw, Ms. Hermiz worked at the Federal Public Defender's Office of Nevada in the non-capital habeas unit where she...

Attorney Symantha Heath has practiced law for over 23 years. She earned a Juris Doctor from the University of Detroit Law School in 1993 and is licensed to practice in Michigan and U.S. Federal Court. She is a member of the Michigan State Bar Association, Oakland County Bar Association, Women Lawyers Association of Michigan, and Wayne County Family Law Bar Association.

Symantha is a past president of the Wayne County Family Bar Association and was an executive board member for six years. She is also a past County Chairwoman of the WCRC and the Northville Township Trustee. She currently serves on...

Our primary office is in Lansing, Michigan, but we recently opened a second office in Livonia Michigan to service our Metro Detroit clients. I specialize in Personal Injury; Car accidents, premises liability, and work related injuries; as well as Social Security Disability Law. I have helped thousands of clients over the last 10 years. Give us a call and we will see what we can do to help you recover damages or obtain benefits.

Established in 1982, Keenan & Austin, P.C. is a firm of Attorneys/Lawyers located in Redford Township, Michigan; serving Wayne and Oakland counties. Attorneys, Jan Keenan and John J. Keenan, graduated from the University of Michigan (undergrad), and the University of Detroit - Mercy School of Law. Both are dedicated members of the Redford community, serving the Township in many capacities over the years as Coaches and Sponsors of Little League and RTJAA teams, serving on the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Downtown Development Authority, and Parks Commission, on Citizens Input Boards, and in various leadership positions with St. Valentine...

Expert specializing in divorce, custody, child support, parenting time, spousal support, name changes, relocation, enforcement of judgments, personal protection orders, property division, and shared parenting schedules. Let my firm make this difficult time for you and your family a smoother transition. We distinguish ourselves by giving each client the respect and delicacy they deserve. The family's concerns are a primary focus of the litigation.

Mr. Fleming obtained his Juris Doctor from Southern Illinois University School of Law. Upon his admission to SIU School of Law, Mr. Fleming was granted the Dean's Scholarship, which he was able to retain for the full three years of law school. While in Law School, Mr. Fleming had the distinction of interning with the Missouri State Public Defenders office for both summers of law school. Mr. Fleming additionally holds a B.B.A. from Eastern Michigan University in Management. In his spare time, Mr. Fleming likes to volunteer within the community and play adult-league hockey.

Kristen Robinson concentrates her practice in domestic relations litigation. She also has the capability to assist clients who desire to settle their cases on the terms that work for their respective families, rather than allowing the court process to dictate the important decisions in their lives. In addition to representing clients as an advocate, Kristen is a trained neutral mediator, chosen by other lawyers and appointed by the court to assist other parties in settling their family law matters. Kristen represents clients who have cases in Oakland County, Macomb County and Wayne County. She was elected by her peers...

Michigan Attorney Kathryn Wayne-Spindler has built a full-service law firm that is pleased to be successfully helping clients with all their divorce, family law, adoption, child custody, change of domicile, estate planning, minor criminal defense and probate needs. She is an experienced and aggressive fighter in the courtroom. She is also known for being a compassionate counselor to her clients. She understands that her clients' cases are not just legal battles to be won, but life-changing events that can potentially be emotionally traumatic. She listens and advises with her client's best interests in mind. Years ago, Wayne-Spindler realized that...

Emily Long is a capable Oakland County criminal defense lawyer who doesn’t waiver in her commitment to those she fights for. She is an aggressive force in and out of the courtroom, putting her legal knowledge and defensive skill to use for those facing criminal charges of all kinds. She has tried more than 50 cases and is not afraid to go to court when it is necessary. She formerly served as a prosecutor and this experience has allowed her to better prepare a strategy that may effectively combat the efforts of the prosecution. She takes these cases personally and...

Matthew’s practice focuses on all aspects of both criminal defense and family law, including divorce, child custody and support issues, paternity, parenting time disputes and spousal support modifications. Specifically, Matthew ‘s talents are best utilized in high conflict family situations for professionals, especially cases involving mental health and substance abuse issues, dealing with narcissistic personality disorders and special needs children. Matthew is a proud Howell High School graduate and is a lifelong resident of Livingston County. Matthew is the recipient of: American Institute of Legal Advocates “Rising Star 2019” award, and the “Top Ranking Attorney” award for both 2020 and 2021 from...

When you come to Bryant, Logan, Law Group, you can have confidence that your case can receive the attention and care it requires. It is of the utmost importance that you know where you can turn to procure the help your case calls for at this time, and a Redford bankruptcy attorney at this office will be glad to help you. Attorney LaChelle W. Logan, Esq. attended the University of Toledo, where she earned her Juris Doctorate. She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan State University. She has a membership with the State Bar of Michigan. She also...

Sandra is the founder of Kas-Mikha Legal Group PLLC in Southfield, Michigan. She received her Juris Doctorate from University of Detroit Mercy and her Bachelor’s in Communication and Media Studies from Wayne State University. Specializing in personal injury and family law, Sandra works with vulnerable clients on a daily basis. As an attorney and counselor at law, Sandra epitomizes her role as a counselor by empathizing with fragile clients and minimizing their worries. Sandra’s top priority is always client satisfaction. She tirelessly negotiates with opposing counsel to ensure the best possible outcome for all of her clients. She also understands how...

Attorney Stacey L. Selleck graduated from Wayne State University in 2004 with a bachelor's degree in communications. After graduation, she attended Thomas M. Cooley Law School and received her Juris Doctor in 2008. When you have criminal charges pending against you, you need an aggressive, experienced attorney who will fully represent you, and Ms. Selleck is just that person. Ms. Selleck was admitted to practice law in the state of Michigan in 2008. Since then, she has been admitted to practice by the State Bar of Michigan and the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western districts of Michigan. She actively...

I am Ali Chokr, an attorney with a focus on family law and criminal defense. My practice areas include high-asset divorce, child custody, spousal support, and property division. I also have a strong background in personal injury, medical malpractice, and criminal law, which allows me to provide knowledgeable legal counsel for a variety of complex cases. As a dedicated advocate, I am committed to protecting my clients' rights and achieving favorable outcomes.

Andrea has over a decade of courtroom experience in civil, criminal, family law, and juvenile matters. She devoted a significant portion of her caseload to tackling family law matters, helping her clients face the complex family court systems and working hard to resolve their family issues. She understands that family law matters are emotional and often stressful. Her goal is always to provide compassionate, caring representation that keeps in mind her clients’ best interests. Through her dedicated advocacy, she gives her client a voice and makes sure their side of the story is hear through the legal system.

The Law Offices of Marshall S. Tauber has been committed to representing and serving the needs of all clients, throughout Michigan, in all trial courts, both State and Federal, with integrity and dedication.

Kevin Kijewski is a practicing attorney and the owner of KDK Law located in Birmingham, Mich. The attorneys at KDK Law proudly serve clients throughout Metropolitan Detroit in the areas of divorce, family law, criminal defense, and civil litigation. Kijewski is committed to getting his clients results, and he is relentless to that end. He's known for the unparalleled level of energy and expertise he brings into cases, and the long lasting results he wins for his clients.

Mark Bank’s legal career has focused on complex matrimonial matters for more than 20 years. Every year since 2009, he has been named as one of the “Top 100 Lawyers in Michigan” by Michigan Super Lawyers. Annually, he has been listed by his peers in Best Lawyers in America as “one of the top family law attorneys” in the country, and in Michigan Super Lawyers as one of the premier family law attorneys in Michigan. He is also a Fellow in the nationally distinguished American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, where he serves as the Co-Chairperson of the Continuing Legal Education...

I am a partner in the law firm of Lippitt O'Keefe Gornbein, PLLC where I head the family law unit of the firm. I am a leading expert in all aspects of family law including divorce, child custody, pre and postnuptual agreements as well as doing a substantial amount of mediating and collaborative law. I am a former chairperson of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan, a former President of the Michigan Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, former chair of the long range planning committee of the national AAML. Member...

Attorney Shiraz K. Khan is a licensed Attorney and Counselor admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan, admitted to practice in the United States District Court - Eastern District of Michigan, a member of the State Bar of Michigan and registered with the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) under the United States Department of Justice. Attorney Shiraz Khan stands firmly for justice. He has been featured on CBS In The Morning and interviewed for CNN Newsroom with Brooke Baldwin. His legal opinions and statements have been cited in various articles of the New York Times, the...

Scott P. Mussin is a co-owner and partner of one of Downriver Michigan’s leading law firms specializing in Family Law, Product Liability, Lemon Law, Police Misconduct/Constitutional Law, Commercial Litigation, Contracts, Auto Accident, Negligence, and Personal Injury.

Mr. Mussin’s background as a Downriver Lawyer is one of extensive litigation and trial experience. Mr. Mussin has vast experience handling litigation cases and pursuing cases through trial. Working at Ford Motor Company in the Office of the General Counsel, Mr. Mussin is experienced with corporate structure and defense practices handling product and warranty litigation claims. After Ford Motor Company, Mr. Mussin...

Drawing on nearly 20 years of experience, Rod is committed to helping families, small businesses, and nonprofit corporations succeed by providing the best possible legal services in a timely manner and with the greatest possible attention to the details that support client success and satisfaction. Rod has been acknowledged for delivering win-win outcomes in corporate litigation. He has a history of successfully negotiating settlements based upon sound and resourceful pretrial strategies, and winning dismissals in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies. Rodâs thorough knowledge of courts, nonprofit corporations, and closely held businesses arises from...

Professional Affiliations: Michigan Bar Association Wayne County Family Law Bar Association Oakland County Bar Association Livingston County Bar Association Washtenaw County Bar Association Michigan Association for Justice (formerly Michigan Trial Lawyers Association) Collaborative Practice Institute of Michigan Professional Accreditations: Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated AV (Highest possible Rating in both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards) 2005-2023 Michigan Super Lawyers 2010-2023 Family Law Certificate recipient, Institute for Continuing Legal Education (I also teach the Custody and Parenting Time segment for this program)

When consider Divorce Lawyers in Michigan make sure to choose a lawyer whose primary practice is divorce and family law and not one that dabbles in each. Robert J. Stelmock is a Divorce Lawyer that does not dabble in family law but whose practice is focused on Divorce and Family Law. Mr. Stelmock is the founder of Stelmock Law Firm, PC, also the managing attorney for the firm and is a certified mediator for divorce, custody and all family law matters. As a Divorce Lawyer, his primary practice is Family Law and Divorce. Since 1998 he...

We practice in multiple states and have taken part in hundreds of cases. We pride ourselves in practicing both the civil and common law systems (the two main Western legal traditions). Working from this Global perspective, we can provide you the benefits of innovative advocacy in a world of increasing complexity and interconnectedness. You are never just a number to us. Unlike other law firms, we carefully limit the cases we take, allowing us to fully invest ourselves in each stage of litigation. And, our work is never farmed out to a secretary or paralegal. We believe that only...

As a former prosecutor of twelve years, I know all there is to know about how to defend a case and win! I have litigated thousands of cases and I know what it takes for successful representation.