Monroe County, Michigan Family Lawyers

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Christopher G Fleming Esq.

Monroe County, MI Family Law Attorney

(734) 265-0340 19 E. 1st St.
Monroe, MI 48161

Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Divorce and Personal Injury
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale

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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.

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Steven T Jedinak

Monroe County, MI Family Law Attorney with 7 years experience

(734) 265-1510 2 E First St.
Suite 207
Monroe, MI 48161

Family, Criminal, Estate Planning and Probate
University of Toledo

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Steven Jedinak has experience throughout Southeastern Michigan practicing in the areas of criminal defense, family law, probate administration, guardianships, conservatorships and civil litigation. Steven graduated from the University of Toledo in Toledo, Ohio and is committed to working hard to find the best solution to his clients' legal problems.

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Matthew P. Mundrick

Monroe County, MI Family Law Lawyer with 3 years experience

(734) 847-8080 9042 Lewis Ave.
Temperance, MI 48182

Family, DUI, Divorce and Estate Planning
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School

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Matthew P. Mundrick is a licensed attorney in Ohio and Michigan, and he maintains general practice providing legal services to both Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. Specifically, Matt would love to assist you in matters related to: probate court (including guardianship, estate planning, wills, trusts, and special needs trusts), family law (including divorce, dissolution, custody, and child support), property law (including real estate sales/closing, easements, and landlord/tenant), and criminal law (specifically limited to misdemeanors, and moving violations or DWI/DUI). He primarily practices in Toledo, Ohio (including the surrounding suburbs), and Monroe, Michigan. His compassionate approach to the legal system...

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Jarod Calkins Esq.

Monroe County, MI Family Law Attorney with 15 years experience

(734) 240-0009 53 S. Monroe Street
Monroe, MI 48161

Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Divorce and Estate Planning

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Jarod M. Calkins is an experienced and dedicated trial lawyer. He focuses his practice on helping the community. Mr. Calkins, through hard work and dedication has earned respect among his clients, the local Judiciary, his peers and the community as a valuable legal resource. As lead counsel of Calkins Law Offices, a Monroe, Michigan based firm, he provides advice, counsel, and legal representation to businesses and individuals in several areas of law. These areas include Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Paternity, Business Litigation, Criminal Law, Contractual Litigation, Personal Injury, Estate Planning, and Probate. Mr. Calkins is proud to have developed...

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Mary Gantzos

Monroe County, MI Family Law Attorney with 13 years experience

(734) 241-3049 105 E. First St. Suite 5
Monroe, MI 48161

Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

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Jennifer L Homrich

Monroe County, MI Family Law Attorney with 15 years experience

(734) 240-4900 29 E Front St
Monroe, MI 48161

Family, Business, Criminal and Estate Planning

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Jahn Landis

Monroe County, MI Family Law Lawyer

(734) 242-9500 222 Washington St
Monroe, MI 48161

Family, Criminal, DUI and Divorce

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James Davies

Monroe County, MI Family Law Attorney

(734) 241-7689 25 S Monroe St
Monroe, MI 48161

Family, Criminal, DUI and Divorce

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Edward McCormick

Monroe County, MI Family Law Attorney

(734) 241-7677 25 S Monroe St
Monroe, MI 48161

Family, Divorce, Municipal and Real Estate

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Leslie Marie Carr Esq

Monroe County, MI Family Law Lawyer

(734) 241-8892 113 E Front St
Monroe, MI 48161

Family and Divorce

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James Patrick Bartlett Esq

Monroe County, MI Family Law Attorney

(734) 240-3411 115 E Front St
Monroe, MI 48161

Family, Criminal, Divorce and Estate Planning

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William Godfroy

Monroe County, MI Family Law Lawyer

(734) 242-3434 19 E Front St
Monroe, MI 48161

Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning

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Ronald Benore

Monroe County, MI Family Law Attorney

(734) 322-9557 113 E Front St
Monroe, MI 48161

Family, Collections, Criminal and Divorce

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Lori Ann Coyle Esq

Monroe County, MI Family Law Lawyer

(734) 847-4900 8166 Douglas Rd
Lambertville, MI 48144

Family and Workers' Comp

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Asad Farah

Monroe County, MI Family Law Lawyer

(734) 854-3423 10599 Lewis Ave
Temperance, MI 48182

Family, Bankruptcy, Business and Divorce

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Jeffery Yorkey

Monroe County, MI Family Law Attorney

(734) 241-6611 127 E Front St
Monroe, MI 48161

Family, Criminal, DUI and Divorce

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Eugene Ferguson

Wayne County, MI Family Law Lawyer with 34 years experience

(734) 692-7400 18700 W Rd
Trenton, MI 48183

Free ConsultationFamily

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Eugene Ferguson Jr., P.C.
Attorney and Counselor at Law
18700 West Road
Trenton, Mi 48183
1-734-692-7400

Email:
genefergusonlaw@vzw.blackberry.net

ESTATE PLANNING
DIVORCE
ELDER CARE
CUSTODY
PROBATE
WILLS AND TRUSTS
CRIMINAL LAW- Misdemeanor and Felony
DUI
PERSONAL INJURY

Practicing Law in SE Michigan Since 1985

Thelma Forrest

Wayne County, MI Family Law Attorney

(734) 692-3033 3939 Van Horn Rd
Trenton, MI 48183

Family, Divorce and Personal Injury

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Barbara Rogalle Miller

Wayne County, MI Family Law Lawyer

(734) 697-4455 321 Main St
Belleville, MI 48111

Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Real Estate

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Lana Panagoulia

Washtenaw County, MI Family Law Attorney with 12 years experience

122 S. Main Street
Suite 370
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Education
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

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Ann Arbor divorce attorney Lana Panagoulia serves several counties in Michigan including: Washtenaw, Lenawee, Oakland, Monroe, Livingston, Jackson, Genesee, Ingham and Macomb Counties. Working in the courts and schools, Lana is an experienced divorce and family lawyer and is dedicated to providing top divorce and family law representation. Lana Panagoulia serves individuals, families, and children in all family law matters, including divorce, child custody, alimony, child support, guardianship, same-gender legal matters, and property division. Although she has a full-service law firm, she concentrates her practice in the area of domestic relations matters. Lana has a teaching background with a...

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Derrick E. George

Oakland County, MI Family Law Attorney with 12 years experience

(248) 470-4300 33717 Woodward Avenue #286
Birmingham, MI 48009

Free ConsultationFamily, DUI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Denver

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Derrick E. George, P.C. is a boutique DUI/OWI full service law firm in the heart of Birmingham, Michigan.

Call and/or text us 24/7 to set up a Free Consultation (248) 470-4300 !

Education:
J.D., University of Denver
M.S.Columbia University
B.A., Michigan State University

Scholarships: • Vice Provost Law Scholarship, Univ. of Denver College of Law. • American Bar Association Fellowship. Admissions: • State Bar of Michigan • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan • American Bar Association • Federal Bar Association • Oakland County Bar Association

(248) 470-4300 880 South Old Woodward Avenue #210
Birmingham, MI 48009

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Mark Snover

Oakland County, MI Family Law Attorney

(248) 258-0800 6905 Telegraph Road
Suite 350
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301

Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

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Mark Snover is a partner at The Law Firm of Hauer & Snover. His practice is devoted exclusively to family law. Mr. Snover specializes in litigating complex divorce cases, child support cases, child custody cases, as well as other cases dealing with family law issues. He has been named to the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers. He was selected by his peers as a Leading Lawyer in family law. Mr. Snover was also selected to the National Advocates, Top 100 Lawyers. The Law Firm of Hauer and Snover was named as one of the Best...

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Michael A. Robbins

Oakland County, MI Family Law Attorney with 35 years experience

(248) 646-7980 3910 Telegraph Rd, Suite 200
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

Family and Divorce
Wayne State University Law School

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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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B. Andrew Rifkin

Oakland County, MI Family Law Attorney with 26 years experience

(248) 480-8333 401 South Old Woodward Avenue
Suite 410
Birmingham, MI 48009

Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
University of Michigan Law School

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As a family law attorney with more than 24 years of experience, I have helped many clients make life-altering decisions and have guided them through the most challenging periods of their lives. My goal always is to serve as a problem-solver for my clients, who routinely come to me with difficult issues surrounding divorce, property valuation and division, child custody, financial support, and many other family law concerns. I offer all of my clients a place where they can be heard, receive practical advice based on their goals and objectives, and develop a sound plan for moving through their divorces...

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Charles P Farrar

Oakland County, MI Family Law Lawyer with 29 years experience

(248) 860-6025 995 W Huron St
Waterford, MI 48328

Family and Divorce
University of Michigan Law School

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When it comes to dealing with family law, it can develop into an emotional rollercoaster, bringing about a traumatic experience entering your life. With Charles P. Ferrar, he understands the stress and heartache such legal matters can be, which is why he works closely and patiently with his clients, achieving a successful resolution in each legal case. A seasoned attorney with 20 years of experience, Attorney Farrar offers a wealth of expertise in all aspects of family law. Personalizing each case to its best suit, Farrar offers free one-on-one personal consultations. From creating a full detailed evaluation towards recommending different...

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John Ceci

Livingston County, MI Family Law Lawyer with 15 years experience

(810) 299-2734 726 W. Grand River Ave.
Brighton, MI 48116

Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Estate Planning
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and Eastern Michigan University

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I'm a sole practitioner in Brighton (Livingston County) Michigan specializing in estate planning, family and divorce law, bankruptcy and debt relief, appeals, juvenile law, parent's rights, probate court matters (estate administration, guardianship, conservatorship), collection cases, landlord tenant cases and general civil matters.

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John Schaefer

Wayne County, MI Family Law Attorney with 49 years experience

(248) 642-6655 130 Kercheval Ave.
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

Family and Divorce
Detroit College of Law

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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.

(248) 642-6655 380 N Old Woodward Ave
Birmingham, MI 48009

(248) 642-6655 152 East Main St.
Harbor Springs, MI 49740

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Michael J. Hamblin

Oakland County, MI Family Law Lawyer

(248) 792-5475 40900 Woodward Ave
#111
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304

Family, Business, Divorce and Real Estate
Wayne State University Law School

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Louis C. Szura

Oakland County, MI Family Law Attorney with 14 years experience

(248) 716-3600 29777 Telegraph Road
Suite 2475
Southfield, MI 48034

Family, Business, Employment and Health Care
Cornell Law School and University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

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Louis C. Szura practices in the area of health care law and business litigation. Mr. Szura focuses on advising and representing health care providers from all areas on the formation and operations of their businesses and in various types of litigation. He has experience with practice formation; contract negotiations; employment disputes; management contracts; noncompete agreements; insurance and network provider disputes; HIPAA; Stark; AKS; and other compliance and license issues. Mr. Szura has also represented numerous whistleblowers under the federal False Claims Act, Michigan Medicaid Act, and other similar statutes. He is an active council member of the State Bar of...

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Sanford Schulman

Wayne County, MI Family Law Attorney with 28 years experience

(313) 963-4740 500 Griswold Street, Suite 2340
Detroit, MI 48226

Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Wayne State University Law School

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The Federal Criminal Attorneys of Michigan consists of attorneys who work as an association of independent attorneys in various areas of the law committed to providing a powerful combination of client service and legal expertise. Sanford A. Schulman specializes in federal and state criminal and family law matters. When it comes right down to it, experience is the single most important thing you need to look for in a lawyer. You need to know that your lawyer will not take time to get up to speed on the law and the process in your case. You may not be able...

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Symantha Heath

Oakland County, MI Family Law Attorney with 24 years experience

(248) 344-9700 39555 Orchard Hill Pl
Suite 215
Novi, MI 48375

Free ConsultationFamily, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Elder
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

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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...

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Beverly M. Griffor

Washtenaw County, MI Family Law Lawyer with 10 years experience

(734) 827-1337 1851 Washtenaw
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Ave Maria School of Law

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Attorney Beverly M. Griffor was first licensed in Michigan and has since become involved in litigation and research nationwide. She diligently represents the interests of each of her clients. Beverly graduated from the University of Michigan with a double majored Bachelors degree in Psychology and Sociology and a minor in Philosophy. In each major, Beverly sub-concentrated in both Criminology and Social Inequality. She also graduated as a member of honor societies in all three of her concentrations. Beverly received her Juris Doctor from Ave Maria School of Law, focusing her studies on trial...

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Mr Scott Marshall Neuman

Oakland County, MI Family Law Lawyer with 24 years experience

(888) 684-3998 30300 Northwestern Highway
Farmington Hills, MI 48334

Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School

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Scott M. Neuman is an aggressive, experienced attorney with offices in the Lansing and Detroit Areas. He has been helping people in Michigan for over 20 years and has handled over 4,000 cases. You can reach him by calling 517-349-2700 or 1-888-684-3999, by email at xneumanx@aol.com, or via our contact form.

(517) 349-2700 2196 Commons Parkway
Okemos, MI 48322

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John J. Schrot Jr.

Oakland County, MI Family Law Lawyer with 41 years experience

(248) 645-9680 255 East Brown Street, Suite 320
Birmingham, MI 48009

Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Michigan State University

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During my legal career of 40 years, I have focused on family law and other complex civil litigation matters. I have served by Court appointment as a mediator, arbitrator, facilitator, receiver and special master. For the past twenty years I have achieved an "AV Preeminent" rating, the highest peer rating by Martindale Hubbell, a nationally recognized directory of attorneys, for my legal ability and ethical standards. I have appeared in state and federal courts throughout Michigan and have argued in the Michigan Court of Appeals and the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. My professional memberships...

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Brandon Michael Biggs

Washtenaw County, MI Family Law Lawyer with 2 years experience

3830 Packard Rd
Suite 240
Ann Arbor, MI 48108

Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Maritime and Personal Injury
Roger Williams University School of Law

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Since being admitted to the the Michigan Bar in 2015, Brandon has focused most of his practice on personal injury litigation and is a strong advocate on behalf of his clients injured in automobile accidents. Brandon has collected millions from insurance companies. Since co-founding Biggs & Gunst, P.C., Brandon has expanded his practice to include family law as well as mediation.

Growing up in and around the water and later crewing aboard a 72’ tall ship in college, Brandon has always had a passion for maritime concerns. While in law school he specialized in maritime and admiralty law, with an emphasis...

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Daniel Findling

Oakland County, MI Family Law Attorney with 20 years experience

(248) 399-3300 414 W. FIFTH ST.
414 W. Fifth St.
Royal Oak, MI 48067

Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Wayne State University Law School

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Welcome, we are ready to help. Findling Law is a leading Michigan divorce law firm, dedicated to fulfilling client's goals by solving complex problems. Change is rarely easy, sometimes complicated and often emotional. Our experienced family law lawyers and support group utilize a team approach to focus on solutions. We apply Michigan law and specialize in helping you focus on your goals, protect your property interests, manage your custody and support interest, and keep you happy. Our commitment is to solve problems at an affordable cost. We love to settle cases, but are not afraid to fight. If...

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John J. Keenan

Wayne County, MI Family Law Lawyer with 35 years experience

(313) 532-2100 25550 5 Mile
Redford, MI 48239

Family, Bankruptcy, Business and Estate Planning
University of Detroit Mercy

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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...

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Julian J. Poota

Oakland County, MI Family Law Attorney with 13 years experience

(888) 399-7979 24725 W. 12 Mile Rd
Suite 110
Southfield, MI 48034

Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

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A commitment to excellence is a personal quality you should expect from your attorney. At my office, you receive that commitment, and more, from start to finish of your case. I am a Michigan-born and educated lawyer who fights for your rights. My comprehensive knowledge of law and maximum availability to you can make a positive difference in your legal situation. Contact the Law Office of Julian J. Poota, PLLC when we can be of service. We can be reached toll free at (888) 399-7979. Your initial consultation is free of charge and we are able to take your calls...

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Kristen Robinson

Oakland County, MI Family Law Attorney with 18 years experience

(248) 614-9005 1755 W Big Beaver Rd
Troy, MI 48084

Free ConsultationFamily, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
Michigan State University

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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...

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Kathryn Wayne-Spindler

Oakland County, MI Family Law Lawyer with 23 years experience

(248) 676-1000 425 West Huron Street
Suite 120
Milford, MI 48381

Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Oklahoma City University School of Law

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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...

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