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The attorneys at the Law Offices of Richard S. Victor, PLLC, a Bloomfield Hills based Divorce and Family Law firm, believe that all parties to Divorce - divorcing couples, Lawyers, and Judges - must realize divorce is an emotionally draining experience, born from loss. Because of that fact, for over four decades, our Family Law attorneys, through Mr. Victor's guidance, have led parties through this difficult process and helped individuals to think and act logically even while they faced such emotionally driven issues. By creating the concept of a more honest, personalized and direct way to practice Divorce, Child Custody and Family Law, the Law Offices of Richard S. Victor, PLLC instilled a new philosophy, which they practice throughout the state of Michigan. They bring integrity to the practice of Family Law. They believe that lawyers who handle divorce, child custody and parenting time cases have a higher duty to their clients than in other areas of law. They know that the work they do will not only affect their clients and their business and financial interests, but will most probably affect their children and future generations of their family. Based in Oakland County, they represent clients throughout Metropolitan Detroit, including Macomb, Wayne, Genesee, and Ingham Counties. U.S. News and World Report has ranked them with a tier one rating, as one of the top Family Law firms in Bloomfield Hills and Metropolitan Detroit. Richard is listed as a Diplomate of the American College of Family Trial Lawyers and listed in Best Lawyers in America; and has been named a Super Lawyer by Michigan Super Lawyers Magazine every year, since its inception and was featured on the cover of Super Lawyers publication with a special feature story in 2008. He has served as President of the Michigan chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and was elected to the National Board of Governors of the Academy, receiving its coveted National Fellow of the Year award in 2006. He was elected Chairperson of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan and received its highest honor, the Lifetime Achievement Award. In 2000 upon his 25th anniversary from graduating Michigan State University College of Law he was honored with the National Alumni of the Year Award. In 2004 the State Bar of Michigan presented him with one of its most prestigious awards, the Champion Of Justice Award, honoring him for his work on behalf of families and children. He was named as one of the top ten lawyers in Michigan by Michigan Lawyers Weekly and was awarded the Meritorious Service to the Children of America Award by the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges. Richard is the national founder and has served, pro bono as the Executive Director of the national nonprofit Grandparents Rights Organization, since 1982. He also founded the national nonprofit Victor Smile Foundation, providing benefits to children of divorce. He, along with Judge Edward Sosnick of the Oakland County Family Court, created the SMILE (Start Making It Livable for Everyone) program (an educational program for divorcing parents) for both the state of Michigan and around the United States, as well as for the country of Australia.

Sherri L. Bono has specialized in the area of family law since 1990.  First as a paralegal and then as an attorney. Ms. Bono is a graduate of the University of Michigan and received her Juris Doctor from Western Michigan University - Thomas M. Cooley School of Law, where she graduated Cum Laude. Ms. Bono has also been recognized by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers ("AAML"), Michigan Chapter, for her efforts in organizing its annual Advanced Family Law Seminar from 1995 through 2008. Ms. Bono is a former member of the Board of Directors for Paralegal Studies through Baker College and has also been a guest lecturer on ethics.

My practice focuses exclusively on Family Law in Oakland, Wayne, Macomb, and Genesee Counties.  I represent clients in all aspects of Family Law and work with each client in a personal and honest manner.  I provide professional representation and work hard to assist clients in achieving their desired goals, balanced with a realistic expectation based upon the unique circumstances of their particular case.

Michael A. Robbins is past chairperson of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan,past president of the Michigan Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers 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 on the subject of family law in Michigan. He has appeared as a guest on such television programs as "Good Morning America", "The Today Show" and "CBS Good Morning". He has taught family law and has authored numerous articles on the subject of family law. Based upon Mr. Robbins' extensive experience in family law, he often assists the courts as a mediator and arbitrator in the resolution of family law disputes.. Mr. Robbins has a unique philosophy in handling family law matters. He believes that every client deserves individual attention and the best representation possible. Based upon this philosophy, he has developed a successful family law practice. He also recognizes the emotional trauma and pain individuals suffer when going through a divorce. As a result, he offers his clients the time and the experience necessary to guide them through one of the most difficult experiences in their life. In every case, Mr. Robbins first attempts to bring about a quick, civilized, fair and inexpensive resolution. However, if that cannot be accomplished, Mr. Robbins offers aggressive professional representation. Mr. Robbins has developed a reputation not only as an expert in the area of family law, but also in attending to the individual needs of his clients.. With over 30 years of experience working with families in Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Farmington Hills and in your community, Mr. Robbins is eminently qualified to represent you during one of the most difficult times of your life.

Mekel S. Miller graduated with departmental honors from Albion College in 1997. In 2000, she received her law degree cum laude from Catholic University's Columbus School of Law in Washington, DC, where she served as a research attorney for Fr. Raymond O'Brien, professor of family law and a law clerk for the Inspector General of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.. Ms. Miller has practiced exclusively in the area of family law since 2005. She is a member of the State Bar of Michigan and the Oakland County Bar Association, Family Law Section. She is admitted to practice law in the State Courts of Michigan, and Federal Courts for both the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan and Bankruptcy Court.

Matthew H. Licavoli is a Founding Partner of Robbins and Licavoli, PLLC. Mr. Licavoli’s practice focuses on the area of Family Law with an emphasis on divorce and child custody matters. Mr. Licavoli represents both men and women throughout Michigan, including the metro Detroit areas of Oakland, Macomb and Wayne counties.. Mr. Licavoli is a licensed member of the State Bar of Michigan, State Bar of Illinois and the United States District Court, Eastern District of Michigan. Mr. Licavoli received a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and an undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan. He is a member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan and the Oakland County Bar Association.. Mr. Licavoli takes great pride in providing a high level of individualized attention to each of his clients by helping find the best legal solution possible. Mr. Licavoli has extensive knowledge of divorce, child custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support and division of marital assets. His experience includes settlement negotiations, mediation as well as all phases of trial proceedings.. Mr. Licavoli has been selected for the 2019 Michigan Super Lawyers Rising Stars list, an honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state of Michigan are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this distinction. Mr. Licavoli has also been recognized as a Top 10 Best Attorney in Client Satisfaction in the State of Michigan by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys.

Gerald P. Cavellier is a Shareholder and the head of the Domestic Relations/Family Law Section at Hertz Schram PC. He is a graduate of Michigan State University College of Law (formerly known as the Detroit College of Law). His entire practice focuses on Family Law matters. Mr. Cavellier is a litigator at heart, but he is also trained in Mediation and is a member in good standing with the Family Mediation Counsel of is a past Chair of the Oakland County Family Law Committee, a member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan and is currently a Professor of Law at Western Michigan University, Thomas Cooley Law School teaching Family Law.. His practice involves all aspects of family law including Custody, Child Support, Parenting Time, Spousal Support, and Property Division. He is also very familiar with more complex issues including marital tort litigation, division of closely held businesses, alienation of children and interstate custody and support issues. Mr. Cavellier is that special type of lawyer who is capable of handling very personal, emotional matters, yet he knows when to zealously advocate or aggressively negotiate.

Erin C. Mash is the founder of Mash Law, PLLC. Erin's practice primarily focuses on family law issues including divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support, post-judgment domestic matters, personal protection orders, adoption and estate planning. After working for other family law firms, Erin decided to form Mash Law, PLLC. so she could offer affordable representation. Erin believes in resolving family law matters through alternative dispute resolution when possible.. Erin graduated from the University of Toledo- College of Law. While attending the University of Toledo, Erin was actively involved on the William C. Vis Moot Court that took place in Vienna, Austria as both a competitor and coach. While in law school, Erin worked as an intern clerk for Chief judge Carr of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, clerked for an Ohio based firm assisting in domestic and general litigation and worked as a student attorney at the University of Toledo's Domestic Violence and Juvenile Law Clinic. Through these experiences, Erin developed a passion for family law matters, and developed the necessary skills to successfully advocate for her clients. Prior to attending law school Erin worked as a photojournalist for such publications as The Jackson Citizen-Patriot, The Grand Rapids Press and Pioneer Press in Chicago.

Born in Detroit, Michigan in the 60's.  My parents taught me the value of a strong work ethic, humility, gratitude and family.  I love learning and am fascinated with the intersection of law, psychology, medicine and justice.  I love to cook, sail, travel, ski and laugh.  I am a hockey mom, a softball mom, a baseball mom, and a mentor to as many young lawyers as ask.  I enjoy teaching and making a difference.  Do one thing every day that makes you smile.  I do.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Rochester and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Rochester and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Rochester and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Rochester and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Rochester and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Rochester and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Rochester and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Rochester and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Rochester and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Rochester and surrounding areas.