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James K. Sherbin

Family Lawyer Serving Traverse City, MI

(800) 525-6386
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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

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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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Dee Dee Edmondson-Korom

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer

(800) 525-6386 300 E Front St
#445
Traverse City, MI 49684

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Suffolk University Law School

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Warren L. Wahl

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 11 years of experience

(800) 525-6386 300 E Front St
#445
Traverse City, MI 49684

Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Thomas M. Cooley Law School

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James K. Sherbin

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 1 year of experience

(800) 525-6386 300 E Front St
#445
Traverse City, MI 49684

Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School

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Matthew Benedict

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience

(231) 883-4170 618 Clyde Lee Drive
Traverse City, MI 49696

Family, Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence

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Matthew Benedict is a Traverse City native. He worked for nine years with his father, Hon. Richard L. Benedict, serving clients from all of northern Michigan. Matthew Benedict is a graduate of the University of Michigan and Thomas Cooley Law School.

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Jennifer P. Zeleznik

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 13 years of experience

(231) 620-9269 627 W. Front St.
Traverse City, MI 49684

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Thomas M Cooley Law School and Thomas M Cooley Law School

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Jennifer Zeleznik is a devoted advocate, empathetic counselor, and experienced family law attorney who is passionate about guiding her clients through challenging transitions. A natural advocate with a strong desire to help others, Jennifer takes pride in helping people navigate the legal system and supporting them as they embark on new chapters in their lives. Originally from Burr Ridge, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago, Jennifer always knew she wanted to become a lawyer, a dream she pursued with unwavering dedication. She moved to Michigan to attend law school and has made it her home ever since. Jennifer earned her Bachelor’s degree from...

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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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Jonathan Christopher Tomaso

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(877) 221-7628 13919 S. West Bay Shore Drive
Suite 209
Traverse City, MI 49684

Free ConsultationTraverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Family, Criminal, Divorce and Estate Planning
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School

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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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Gerald Chefalo

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience

(231) 929-7744 3250 Racquet Club Dr.
Traverse City, MI 49684

Free ConsultationFamily, DUI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School

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Upon Graduation from Law School in 1997, Attorney Chefalo worked in Lansing Michigan for the 30 th Judicial Circuit Court as a law clerk for the Honorable Thomas L. Brown. While there, he researched complicated legal issues and drafted proposed opinions on all civil and criminal matter that came before the court. In 1999, Attorney Chefalo moved to Traverse City Michigan to work in private practice. When asked why he picked Traverse City, Attorney Chefalo stated: “if you are going to start a law office from scratch, you might as well do it in a beautiful place.” His goal...

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Shelley A. Kester

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(231) 922-6800 627 W Front St
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684

TRAVERSE CITY, MI Family Law Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence

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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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John R. Scheuerle

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer

(231) 221-0050 300 E Front St
#445
Traverse City, MI 49684

Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Divorce and Personal Injury
Michigan State University College of Law

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Melissa Baumgartner Umulis

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience

(231) 929-3450 600 E. Front Street, Ste. 102
Traverse City, MI 49686

Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
Elisabeth Haub School of Law - Pace University

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Lauren K. Pfeil

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 15 years of experience

(231) 714-9878 160 E State St #202
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family, Criminal and Divorce

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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

(231) 922-3452 160 E State St #202
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family, Criminal, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School

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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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Elena Lentz

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer

(231) 922-6800 627 W. Front Street
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family and Divorce
Indiana University Maurer School of Law

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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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Wendy K. Bailey

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 21 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

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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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Janet M Mistele

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 36 years of experience

(231) 944-3996 2640 Hedwidge Drive
Traverse City, MI 49684

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

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Janet M. Mistele, J.D. is a member of the State Bar of Michigan (1989), the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan (1991), and the North Carolina State Bar (2003). Ms. Mistele earned her Juris Doctor degree, Magna Cum Laude, from the Thomas M. Cooley Law School, where she was a member of the National Trial Team, and earned American Jurisprudence Awards for top honors in seven of her law school courses. Upon graduation from law school in 1989, Ms. Mistele accepted a position with the Michigan Court of Appeals in Lansing, Michigan as a Prehearing Attorney,...

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Matthew Motley

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney

(231) 922-6800 627 W. Front Street
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family and Divorce

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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. Before...

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Vivian A. Howell

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 26 years of experience

(231) 922-6800 627 W Front Street
Traverse City, MI 49684

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Vivian is a seasoned attorney with a career that began in 1999. Her background spans diverse legal and claims areas, and she has established herself as a steadfast family law attorney, known for her tenacity both inside and outside the courtroom. As a zealous advocate, she brings a wealth of experience to each case, ensuring that her clients receive dedicated and comprehensive legal representation. She is not easily intimidated and is approachable by clients, colleagues, and confidants alike. She has been a crucial member of defense trial teams and have a proven track record of achieving no-cause verdicts, summary dispositions/judgments, securing...

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Robert Guyot

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer

(231) 947-0808 300 E Front St
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family and Divorce

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Christopher K. Cooke

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 42 years of experience

(231) 221-0050 300 E Front St Ste 460
Traverse City, MI 49684

Free ConsultationFamily and Employment
Michigan State University College of Law and Thomas M. Cooley Law School

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Chris Cooke has been a licensed attorney in the State of Michigan for 33 years. He began his career as an Assistant Prosecutor in Kalamazoo, Michigan where he tried over 100 misdemeanor jury trials and more than 60 felony jury trials. He later entered the private practice of law where he worked in the insurance defense field conducting numerous arson and fraud investigations. He also developed a strong subrogation practice and expanded his defense knowledge into the liability field.

In 1995, Mr. Cooke assisted in establishing the first Michigan litigation office for Citizens Insurance. He organized the property defense and subrogation...

Michael A. Richey

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience

(231) 929-0500 100 N Park St
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family, Business, Divorce and Personal Injury
Wayne State University Law School

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Cynthia A. Conlon

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 36 years of experience

(231) 922-4640 280 Washington St
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family, Criminal, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School

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Robert W. Tubbs

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 41 years of experience

(231) 486-4535 202 E State St
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family and Divorce

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Rex O. Graff Jr.

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 53 years of experience

(231) 947-2540 449 E Front St
Traverse City, MI 49686

Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning

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Jeffrey R. Wingfield

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience

(231) 947-5644 121 S Garfield Ave
Traverse City, MI 49686

Family, Elder, Health Care and Probate

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Daniel A. Hubbell

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 39 years of experience

(231) 947-5600 400 E 8th St
Traverse City, MI 49686

Family, Criminal, DUI and Divorce

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Kurt M. Bowden

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 45 years of experience

(231) 941-8048 620 Woodmere Ave
STE A
Traverse City, MI 49686

Family, Business, Divorce and Environmental

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David Cvengros

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 31 years of experience

(231) 946-4100 440 W Front St
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family, Business, Criminal and Energy

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Deborah C. Lynch

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 43 years of experience

(231) 922-2690 934 E Eighth St
Traverse City, MI 49686

Family and Divorce

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Jennifer L Taylor

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer

(231) 922-6800
Ext. 315 627 W Front St
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family and Divorce

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Cassandra Suder

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney

(231) 922-6800
Ext. 315 627 W Front St
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family and Divorce

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Gary R. Bergstrom

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 40 years of experience

(231) 941-9550 13310 SW Bay Shore Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family and Criminal

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David G. Grunst

TRAVERSE CITY, MI Family Law Attorney with 41 years of experience

(231) 922-7200 PO BOX 2226
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49685

Family, Bankruptcy, Criminal and Divorce

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Philip Arthur Clancey

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer

(231) 946-9620 735 S Garfield Ave
Traverse City, MI 49686

Family, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Estate Planning

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Andrew H. Martin

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 39 years of experience

(616) 922-3400 9913 Edgewood Ave
Traverse City, MI 49685

Family, Bankruptcy, Business and Divorce

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James William Saffell

Traverse City, MI Family Law Attorney with 22 years of experience

(231) 256-1515 236 1/2 E Front St
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Traverse City, MI 49684

Family and Divorce
The University of Denver Sturm College of Law

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Corinne R. Galusky

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience

(231) 922-8028 107 Cass St Ste G
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family, Business, Estate Planning and Foreclosure Defense
Wayne State University Law School

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ReAnn Rose Gorton

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 11 years of experience

(231) 499-9591 502 Railroad Ave
Traverse City, MI 49686

Family, Criminal, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Michigan State University College of Law

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Marcelo Nazario Betti

Traverse City, MI Family Law Lawyer with 11 years of experience

(231) 620-1100 222 Cass St
Traverse City, MI 49684

Family and Immigration
Vermont Law School

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