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Emily J. Gunville
Iron Mountain, MI Family Law Attorney
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Emily graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law Scool in 2014. Emily’s practice emphasizes in family law, including dissolutions, parenting and support issues, paternity, adoptions, and mediation. Emily regularly accepts appointments as a guardian ad litem representing the best interests of children in family law cases.
Emily practice also includes general law, such as: criminal law, juvenile law, property law including land disputes and landlord tenant litigation, Wills, Power of Attorney,
Emily is licensed to practice in the state of Michigan
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Jacob D. Lynch
Iron Mountain, MI Family Law Lawyer
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Michigan State University College of Law
Born: Iron Mountain, Michigan Raised: Norway, Michigan
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Mikael Hahner
Iron Mountain, MI Family Law Attorney
Family, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Kalen Lipe
Iron Mountain, MI Family Law Attorney
Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
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John W. Tilley
Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Juvenile
Brooklyn Law School
He has handled hundreds of divorce and child custody cases in northwest lower Michigan, mainly in the counties of Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Manistee, and Wexford,
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Lea Ann Sterling
Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 44 years of experience
(877) 221-7628
13919 S. West Bay Shore Drive
Suite 209
Traverse City, MI 49684
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Immigration
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
Lea Ann Sterling has been a member of the Michigan Bar since 1998. Admitted to the bar in Ohio in 1981, Mrs. Sterling practiced law in Columbus. In 1997, she began a sabbatical to write, travel, and relocate from Ohio to Michigan. Her first book, Historic Homes of Olde Towne, was released in 1999 and won the Ohio Historical Society’s Public Education and Awareness Award. Historic Cottages of Mackinac Island, released in 2001, was listed on the Michigan Governor’s List of Best Books of 2001. In March 1999, Mrs. Sterling was appointed Village of Empire Zoning Administrator where she was...
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Jonathan Christopher Tomaso
Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
(877) 221-7628
13919 S. West Bay Shore Drive
Suite 209
Traverse City, MI 49684
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Estate Planning
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Jon Tomaso has years of experience as an attorney, practicing in the areas of family law and criminal law. Along with his associates at Sterling Law and ADAM (American Divorce Association for Men), the attorneys seek for their clients dignity and fairness and for all they seek social justice in a biased system. Sterling Law attorneys care for their clients by totally dedicating themselves to their cases, by giving guidance and answering questions in a timely effective way, and by being well-prepared in court. They take their clients' cases to heart and pursue their goals with the talent and...
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Warren L. Wahl
Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
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James K. Sherbin
Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Dee Dee Edmondson-Korom
Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily, Business, Personal Injury and Real Estate
Suffolk University Law School
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Eric W. Phelps
Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 26 years of experience
(231) 421-6577
13919 SW Bayshore Dr.
Suite G02
Traverse City, MI 49684
Family, Business, Divorce and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Allen Telgenhof
Charlevoix, MI Family Law Attorney with 35 years of experience
Family, Business, Divorce and Stockbroker Fraud
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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John R. Scheuerle
Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Personal Injury
Michigan State University College of Law
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Shelley A. Kester
TRAVERSE CITY, MI Family Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Shelley Kester is an award-winning attorney, a community leader, a dynamic communicator and a caring individual. She is Chair of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan. Her practice includes nearly all aspects of family law, including divorce law and child custody. She was among the first in Northern Michigan to complete the Family Law Certificate Program through the Institute of Continuing Education and the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan. She is President of wilson Kester, the Empowered Divorce Source. A frequent contributor to the Institute of Continuing Legal Education, Ms. Kester is...
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Wendy K. Bailey
Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
(888) 529-2259
13300 S. West Bay Shore Drive, Suite A5
Traverse City, MI 49684
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Immigration
Wayne State University Law School
Practice Areas: Immigration Law, Social Security Disability, Family Law, Estate Planning Admissions: Michigan, 2004 U.S. District Court, Eastern District, 2005 U.S. District Court, Western District, 2005 Law School: Wayne State University, J.D., 2004 Utrecht University, The Netherlands, exchange student, 2003 College: Eastern Michigan University, B.A., cum laude, 1998 La Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, México, exchange student, 1998
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Lauren K. Pfeil
Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense and Divorce
LAUREN K. PFEIL graduated with a Bachelors of Arts with highest honors from The University of Texas at Austin and received her law degree from Loyola University Chicago School of Law, where she specialized in family law. While in law school, Lauren received family and child law fellowships from both Loyola University Chicago School of Law and The University of Michigan School of Law. Her article “Recognizing Race as a Reality, Not a Barrier: The Problems within Colorblind Adoption Policy within a Race Conscious America” was published in the spring edition of The Children’s Legal Rights Journal. Upon graduation from...
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Paul T. Jarboe
Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 43 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Paul Jarboe is an experienced and dedicated trial attorney with over 30 years of legal experience. Mr. Jarboe graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 1982. Mr. Jarboe is a former prosecuting attorney, and has an extensive background in the areas of divorce, child custody, criminal defense and civil litigation, which includes State and Federal Criminal cases. Mr. Jarboe’s practice includes: Criminal Defense, Family Law, Personal Injury & Estate Planning.
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Matthew Motley
Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney
Matt S. Motley practices all aspects of family law, advocating for the best possible outcome for clients. Matt is a proud Michigan native, Spartan, family man, and family law attorney.
Matt is a distinguished Senior Attorney, whose unwavering dedication has secured successful outcomes for hundreds of family law clients. Matt holds a B.A. in Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy from Michigan State University’s James Madison College, with a Minor in Spanish and Business. He further solidified his legal acumen, graduating Cum Laude with a Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law, and holds a Certificate in Domestic Relations Mediation.
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Elena Lentz
Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer
Elena A. Lentz is a proud Michigan native, a fierce advocate for her clients, and dedicated family law attorney. Elena is the oldest of five siblings, which gives her a unique perspective on family law issues.
She graduated from Michigan State University in 2017, where she participated in the Honors College, Political Science Scholars, and Political Science Advisory Committee. During her tenure at MSU, she completed internships at the Senate Majority Policy Office, Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, and the 6th District Congressional Office. Elena went on to attend Indiana University Maurer School of Law in Bloomington, where...
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Cameron S. Harwell
Newberry, MI Family Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Donn Atanasoff
Iron River, MI Family Law Attorney with 40 years of experience
Family, Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Thomas M Cooley
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Robert Guyot
Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer
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Leonard A Kaanta PC
Gwinn, MI Family Law Lawyer
248 Wellington dr
Gwinn, MI 49855
Family
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Derrick E. George
Royal Oak, MI Family Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
University of Denver
For over a decade, George Law has successfully represented people facing legal obstacles. As a client of George Law, you will work with experienced attorneys and staff who understand the impact a legal issue can have on your future. Our number one priority is standing up for clients’ rights and giving them a voice through our confident and competent representation. We have successfully helped our clients manage complex legal challenges in a broad variety of cases including DUI/OWI, Criminal Defense, White Collar Crimes, Sexual Assault, Family Law and other legal matters that otherwise could damage a person’s business efforts personal...
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Sam Bernstein
Lansing, MI Family Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
(800) 342-7896
Boji Tower
124 W. Allegan St., Ste. 636
Lansing, MI 48933
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Michigan State University
Every day I am in court fighting for someone just like you.
I am a real criminal defense attorney. I have tried cases to juries from East Lansing to Downriver and from Pontiac to Jackson.
Based in Ann Arbor, I have represented people on felonies and misdemeanors in 13 circuit courts and 39 district courts.
Many criminal defense attorneys advertise their past as prosecutors. The message from former prosecutors is they know the system well because they were a part of the system.
I advertise in the opposite way – I have never been a prosecutor. From the start I have been on your...
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Philip G. Vera
Utica, MI Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Our legal practice is focused on one thing, delivering results for our clients.
Philip Vera is a lifelong resident of Macomb County, MI. He is a graduate of Eisenhower High School in Shelby Township, MI. It was around that time he decided that the practice of law was his calling. “I was completely fascinated by the court system and the role attorneys have in it,” says Mr. Vera.
Upon graduating, Mr. Vera attended Oakland University in Rochester Hills, MI. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in political science and a minor in psychology. From there, he enrolled at Thomas M. Cooley Law School...
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Lisa Kirsch Satawa
Big Rapids, MI Family Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Detroit College of Law
I'm Lisa B. Kirsch Satawa, and together with Christina Daskas (deceased), I founded Kirsch Daskas Law Group in 2015 with a mission close to our hearts: preventing wrongful convictions by defending against false allegations, one client at a time. Our vision wasn't just about legal representation; it was about nurturing young lawyers into compassionate advocates who see beyond the accusations to the person behind them.
Born in Detroit, MI in the 1960s, I was raised with invaluable lessons by my parents—lessons in the importance of a strong work ethic, humility, gratitude, and family. Married to criminal defense attorney Mark Satawa...
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John Schaefer
Harbor Springs, MI Family Law Attorney with 56 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Detroit College of Law
John F. Schaefer, founder of The Law Firm of John F. Schaefer, is one of the best-known and most highly-respected matrimonial lawyers in the United States. From its inception, Best Lawyers in America has listed John Schaefer as one of the premier matrimonial lawyers in America, and named him Lawyer of the Year, Detroit Area, in 2013. Worth magazine named him one of the top 100 lawyers in America, in any practice area.
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James W. Kraayeveld
Grand Rapids, MI Family Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
Family, Appeals, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Valparaiso University School of Law
I have been practicing family law for more than three decades. It is my goal for our legal team to provide each client with individual attention because each client and each case is different, and I enjoy the personal interaction with a client and working towards successful completion of each case to the benefit of each family.
I have seen a need to specialize in parental alienation cases which has led to an overall greater experience in child custody cases.
Secondly, I have specialized in complex divorce matters involving significant assets, business assets, determining complex income...
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Kent Wood II
Grand Rapids, MI Family Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
(616) 591-0090
5088 Corporate Exchange BLVD
Suite 200
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and Michigan State University
My mission is to assist clients in making informed and educated decisions with no false representation, and to provide realistic expectations for their outcomes. Over the course of the last several years, I have represented thousands of clients, handled multi-million dollar trusts, and provided pro-bono work for select local residents in need.
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Brendan Noel Guilford
Kalamazoo, MI Family Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Nova Southeastern University
BRENDAN N. GUILFORD was born and raised in Kalamazoo County, attending Vicksburg High School. He went on to earn his Bachelor of Arts undergraduate degree in Political Science from Alma College in 2005. After moving to Florida with his wife, Brendan received his law degree from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale. While attending law school, he clerked for the community association firm Kahan Shir, PL in Boca Raton, FL. After graduating from law school, he relocated to the Tampa Bay region with his family in mid-2009. While working in and around Tampa, Brendan worked...
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Michael A. Robbins
Bloomfield Hills, MI Family Law Attorney with 42 years of experience
(248) 646-7980
3910 Telegraph Rd, Suite 200
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Family and Divorce
Wayne State University Law School
Michael A. Robbins is past president of the Michigan Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, past chairperson of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan and past president of the Michigan Interprofessional Association. Mr. Robbins has not only been named one of the "Best Lawyers in America" in family law, but was also showcased in Newsweek as one of the Eight Leaders in Family Law in the United States. He has also been named one of the top 100 lawyers in Michigan by the New York Times and Super Lawyers. He is a frequent lecturer...
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Mara Elena Kent
Ann Arbor, MI Family Law Attorney with 27 years of experience
Family, Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Mara Kent (she/her/hers) is a life-long resident of Ann Arbor, Michigan and a licensed attorney since 1996. Mara’s practice areas include estate planning, probate and trust administration, elder law and long-term care planning, special needs planning, estate planning for surrogacy, same-sex adoptions and step-parent adoptions, and prenuptial agreements.
Mara loves working with people and making personal connections with her clients, doing what she generally considers to be “happy law.” Mara counsels her clients on how to plan for major life events by anticipating common (and not-so-common) problems before they arise, so her clients can strategize about how to minimize court involvement,...
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Channelle Kizy White
Southfield, MI Family Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
(248) 662-5499
29600 Northwestern Highway, Suite 106
Southfield, MI 48034
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Channelle Kizy-White has over a decade of legal experience and a winning record of success with helping people in their time of greatest need. If you’re looking for an attorney you can trust and a fighter who won’t give up, that attorney is Channelle Kizy-White.
If there’s one word that describes Channelle, that word is “advocate.” She sees her clients’ problems as her own problems—their fight is her fight. Channelle is a listener, a counselor, and an experienced voice who stands up for you when other attorneys might sit down. And for Channelle, family law is more than just about...
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Lisa D. Stern
Bloomfield Hills, MI Family Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
1760 South Telegraph Road
Suite 300
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Family, Divorce and Probate
Wayne State University Law School
Lisa D. Stern is a dedicated family law attorney, providing comprehensive representation for couples involved in various aspects of domestic relations, including pre-nuptial agreements, divorce, custody cases, and post-judgment proceedings. Her expertise extends to managing the equitable division of assets, with a particular focus on closely held businesses and substantial marital estates.
Recognized for her assertive advocacy, Lisa collaborates closely with local psychologists, mediators, drug and alcohol assessors, private investigators, and other reputable professionals to ensure her clients receive optimal representation. Understanding the intricate financial and business complexities that accompany marital dissolution, Lisa offers valuable guidance on decisions related to the...
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Eric Pernie
Birmingham, MI Family Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
(248) 480-0398
1000 S. Old Woodward Avenue
Suite 103
Birmingham, MI 48009
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Attorney, Eric L. Pernie is a true state native, born and raised in MI. He attended Ferris State University and graduated Summa Cum Laude. While he was there, he worked hard for his criminal justice degree while simultaneously being an active member of the Alpha Phi Sigma National Criminal Justice Honor Society. Upon graduating, Eric received his police certification from Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES). Shortly afterward, he started working at the Bloomfield Township Police Dept. as a road patrol officer.
Eric worked diligently as a police officer for well over a decade and gained numerous skills during his...
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Edward M. Shaw
Novi, MI Family Law Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Wayne State University Law School
An award-winning law firm with offices in Novi, Ann Arbor and Plymouth.
The law practice is led by attorney Edward Shaw, who has 30 years of experience. Mr. Shaw is joined by several professional and long time assistants who help guide our clients through the legal process. He is a member of the State Bar Association, the Washtenaw Bar Association and President of the Plymouth Bar Association.
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Akiva Goldman
Grand Rapids, MI Family Law Lawyer with 38 years of experience
(877) 737-8800
625 Kenmoor Avenue S.E.
Suite 301 Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Wayne State University
Goldman & Associates Law Firm is owned and led by Akiva Goldman, a highly acclaimed family law attorney in Michigan. With a wealth of experience in handling thousands of family law cases, he has garnered numerous awards and recognition for his legal expertise. He also serves as a mediator for hundreds of cases and has been featured in various media outlets, including Fox 2 News, WDIV, and MLive.
Goldman's approach is to save marriages whenever possible. He offers resources, such as videos on Reasons Not To Get Divorced, to help clients consider factors before filing for divorce. Alternatives to divorce are...
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E. Spencer Walton Jr.
Dowagiac, MI Family Law Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Family, Business, Divorce and Personal Injury
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
Born and raised in Mishawaka, Spence joined the firm in 1979. He counsels clients in the areas of domestic and family law, commercial litigation, mediation and personal injury and wrongful death cases.
During his career, he’s served as President of the St. Joseph County and Indiana State Bar Associations. He sits on the Mishawaka Education Foundation, and received the prestigious Sagamore of the Wabash Award from Governor O’Bannon in 2002.
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Jon R. Rogers
Dowagiac, MI Family Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Family, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Estate Planning
Valparaiso University School of Law
From guiding you through issues concerning the impact on your children, division of assets and debt responsibilities of each party, legal requirements and rights, martial contracts, retirement account division, valuation of business interest and farm, commercial and residential real estate. I offer legal counsel in such domestic law matters as:
Divorce
Adoption
Paternity
Marriage
Custody and Parenting Time
Mediation Services
Prenuptial Agreements