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125 Ottawa Ave. NW , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Family

I have lived in Michigan since 1989.  We moved our family to West Michigan because we were looking for a great place to raise our children.  We found what we were looking for and have never regretted it.  My wife and I have been married for 38 years and both of our children live right here in Michigan.  That’s great for us because it means our three beautiful grand daughters are close by.. I have always believed that a person cannot truly excel at what they do if their heart is not in it.   Generally, those people that rise to the top of their chosen vocations are those that go to work each morning because they love their job.    I have been blessed with a career that I love.  I am fascinated by the law and look forward every day to exploring some new aspect of it and when necessary, challenging its validity.. I am so grateful to have been born in a free land and to live under the guiding rules of our inspired Constitution.   I approach the practice of family and criminal defense law from that point of view.    The law must work for all of us or it does not work for any.   The most important promise that I can make to you is that when I go to work for you, my heart will be in it.

Firm: Kreis Enderle Hudgins & Borsos PC

40 Pearl Street NW , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: McKinney Vos PLLC

3940 Peninsular Dr. SE , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49546

Practice Areas: Family

I have exclusively practiced family law for the entirety of my legal career. I have successfully resolved hundreds of cases both in and out of court. I was raised primarily in West Michigan. I earned my Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice from Grand Valley State University and law degree from Western Michigan University-Cooley Law School. My legal career began in Colorado, helping families navigate divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements and spousal support matters. I moved back to Michigan in 2021 and now resides there with my husband, son, dog and cat. I continue to represent clients through all types of family law cases in Michigan. I am passionate about helping others navigate uncertain and challenging times in their lives. I believe the gateway to helping a client rewrite their story is to listen and understand their background and create goals to move forward.

Firm: Hansen Legal Services, PLLC

29 Pearl St., NW. , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Colletti & Mobilia PC

124 Fulton St E Ste 406 , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Family

190 Monroe Ave Nw Ste 3000 , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Family

Diane J. Wechter has 33 years experience handling family law cases in downtown Grand Rapids (Kent County), Grand Haven (Ottawa County), Hastings (Barry County), and Allegan (Allegan County).  We are known for our focus on exceptional customer/client services, our attention to detail, and our excellent work and work products.. Providing exceptional legal representation in:  Divorce, Separate Maintenance, Custody, Parenting Time, Child Support and Property Settlement matters; Modification of Judgments of Divorce regarding Parenting Time, Child Support, and Custody ; Modification of Orders for Parenting Time, Child Support and Custody; and Enforcement of Divorce Judgments, Orders of Separate Maintenance, Qualified Domestic Relations Orders, and all other family law Orders.

Firm: Shimmell Law Offices

161 Ottawa Avenue N West , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense , Family , Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Family

Firm: Gordon & Hess PLC

146 Monroe Center St NW Ste 1225 , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Debtor/Creditor, Divorce, Estate Planning, Family , Probate , Traffic Violations, Trusts, Wills, Family

Daniel B. Hess, JR. was raised in Grand Rapids, MI. Daniel went on to attend Michigan State University where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice in 1992. Daniel then attended California Western School of Law, where he graduated in 1995.. While obtaining his law degree, Daniel interned at the San Diego County Public Defender’s Office where he gained a tremendous amount of experience working within the criminal justice system. Daniel was admitted to the California Bar in 1997.. In 1999, Daniel accepted a position at Hess, Hess & Kmetz, PC along side his Father, the late Daniel B. Hess, Sr., and his Uncle, the late John H. Hess. Daniel was admitted to the Michigan Bar in 2000.. While with Hess, Hess & Kmetz, PC. , Daniel’s main areas of practice were bankruptcy law, criminal law and family law with a primary focus on protecting men’s rights through the firms affiliation with the American Divorce Association for Men (ADAM).. With the emergence of Gordon & Hess, PLC, Daniel now continues to seek justice for men and woman alike in both the family and criminal court systems and to carry on the legal family tradition of his late Father and Uncle. Daniel is a strong and savvy advocate and has obtained a significant amount of courtroom experience in his areas of practice.

40 Pearl Street NW , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Family

Dedicated to serving and helping others. Dan practices family law - including child neglect and abuse, criminal law, personal injury, landlord/tenant law, and contract disputes. His ingrained loyalty, integrity, and commitment to serving clients will leave a lasting impression. Dan takes the time needed to effectively represent each and every client. And he makes an effort to create a relationship that lasts.. Dan enjoys helping military veterans and, being a combat veteran himself, happily provides military discounts to those veterans in need of legal advice or representation.. Dan currently lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan and is an active member of the Grand Rapids Bar Association. Dan is also an active member in the Grand Rapids Veterans Bar Association. Dan serves on the Kent County Veteran’s Treatment Court team as an advisory defense attorney.

Firm: Wheeler Upham PC

Suite 100 , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Thacker Sleight PC

445 Cherry St SE , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Family

Divorce, Family Law, Custody, Support, and Appeals.. While adept at negotiating successful resolutions to complex litigation matters, Allison is equally proficient in effective trial advocacy handling all aspects of litigation through and including numerous hearings, trials, and post-judgment issues in the state and federal courts.. Allison’s unique experience in general business litigation and family law provides an invaluable element of efficient attorney representation when the issues to be resolved or litigated include complicated compensation issues, accounting and business valuation issues, a need for income tracing, or result in collection efforts.. Allison has recently contributed to published works in the Michigan Family Law Journal related to electronic privacy, social media, and complex stock option issues in divorce litigation. Allison has also been nominated by her peers to serve a three-year term on the State Bar of Michigan Family Law Council.. Allison volunteers with the Women’s Resource Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan, , and provides a divorce seminar the second Tuesday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. devoted to unveiling myths and providing answers to women contemplating divorce, in the process of their divorce, or dealing with post-judgment issues.

Firm: THACKER SLEIGHT PC

601 5th Street , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49504

Practice Areas: Corporate , Estate Planning, Family , Probate , Family

Connie was named “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyer in 2016 for Grand Rapids in the area of Collaborative Divorce Practice, as well as “Lawyer of the Year” in 2011, 2015, and 2017 in the area of Family Law. She is named by the organization “The Best Lawyers in America” for family law, collaborative practice, and family law mediation in Grand Rapids.. Connie is a Fellow in the prestigious American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). Only 1,600 Attorneys across the entire country are members of this prestigious organization. To become a member, Ms. Thacker completed the intensive interview, anonymous peer review both by judges and other attorneys as well as successfully completed a four-hour exam-related entirely to family law. She has received formal training and certification from the AAML Matrimonial Arbitration Training Institute and is only one of few Attorneys in Western Michigan certified by the AALM as an arbitrator.. Ms. Thacker is the only Attorney in Western Michigan who is designated as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) by the Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts, (IDFA). To obtain the designation, Ms. Thacker was required to complete a series of exams testing her understand and proficiency in complex financial, tax, and business valuation issues related to Divorce. The IDFA is the most established and recognized organization in the country related to the financial aspects of the divorce process.. Connie has been licensed to practice law in Michigan since 1994; she is active and in good standing. Connie also successfully passed the Bar Exams in Colorado, Maryland, and the District of Columbia; however, she is inactive in these states.. Connie is also a Michigan real estate Broker. She and Allison are the owners of Esquire Realty LLC. Connie also practices in the area of estate planning, business, and real estate.

146 Monroe Center St Nw Ste 1110 , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Gordon & Hess, PLC

146 Monroe Center NW. , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Debtor/Creditor, Divorce, Estate Planning, Family , Probate , Trusts, Wills, Family

Brian Gordon was raised in East Lansing area where he attended and graduated from Okemos High School in 1989. Brian attended and graduated from Michigan State University in 1994 and Michigan State University College of Law in 1999 (formerly known as the Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University).

2810 East Beltline Lane NE , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49525

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial,Civil ,Corporate ,Family ,Personal Injury

Firm: Law Office of Beth Striegle

400 Ann St. NW , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49504

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Perry & Stuursma, LLP

15 Ionia Southwest   510 , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Adoption,Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Divorce,Family

Firm: Rademaker Law PC

2920 Fuller Ave NE Ste 209 , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49505

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Amanda Sterkenburg PLC

2401 Camelot Court, Ste M , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49546

Practice Areas: Family

If you unexpectedly find yourself facing the Courts, you'll need quick and competent representation. And if you're like the majority of people you'll need a way to pay for it and still put food on the dinner table.. Legal assistance does not have to be out of reach. I can help you with services ranging from document interpretation to full case representation. I offer free consultations and pride myself on helping all people who come to me, no matter their resources, find access to justice.. Michigan has been my home since I moved from Indiana in 2003. I've learned to love, or at least tolerate, the winters and I enjoy living so close to Lake Michigan. My family and I enjoy all the delights that Grand Rapids has to offer including museums and Art Prize and we regularly volunteer at church and community events.. My family, like yours, is unique. If you and your family are struggling with divorce, custody, or parenting time matters, please call me to begin working towards the solution.

29 Pearl St Nw Ste 414 , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49503

Practice Areas: Family

Originally from the east side of the state, I moved to Grand Rapids after graduating from law school. I received my Bachelor's Degree from the University of Michigan in 2000 and my Juris Doctor from Wayne State University in 2004. I began my legal career at a small family law practice, opening my own firm with Jennifer Johnsen in 2006. We expanded our firm in 2010, adding Randall Velzen to our team. Our firm specializes in family law, including divorce, child custody and collaborative divorce cases. We also assist our clients with their estate plans and handle various probate matters. I am a loyal advocate, always offering ethical and honest advice. I truly love my job and enjoy helping families going through often difficult life changes. In my spare time, I enjoy running, traveling, watching my Michigan Wolverines and spending time with my family.