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11 distinguished family and divorce law attorneys in Michigan, each reviewed by the Lawyers of Distinction Selection Committee.

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Alicia M. Meeker

Family and Divorce Law

48 Market St suite 2e, Mt Clemens, MI 48043, USA

Alicia M. Meeker is the founder of Meeker Law, PLLC. Alicia’s practice primarily focuses on providing affordable representation in family law matters involving divorce, child custody, parenting time, child support, alimony, and post-judgment domestic matters. From the initial consultation until the end of the case, Alicia personally works hand in hand with each of her clients. Alicia also believes in resolving family law matters through alternative dispute resolution when possible. Alicia obtained a Business degree from Michigan State University and Juris Doctor with a specialization in litigation from Western Michigan University, Thomas M. Cooley Law School. While attending law school, Alicia was actively involved in working for the Friend of the Court and a firm that solely specialized in family law, where her passion for family law derived. Collectively, Alicia has over 8 years of family law experience! Alicia is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, Oakland County Bar Association, Macomb County Bar Association, Women Lawyers Association of Michigan, and Michigan Inter-Professional Association on Marriage, Divorce, and the Family (MIPA).

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Andrew Kravis

Distinguished Lawyer

Family and Divorce Law

31275 Northwestern Hwy., Suite 145, Farmington Hills, MI 48334

Area of Practice: Corporate & Family Law

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Jennipher R. Martinez

Family and Divorce Law

1223 Turner Rd suite 200, Lansing, MI 48906, USA

Since 1995, Jennipher R. Martinez has focused her practice on family law, handling domestic relations issues, including divorce, child custody, parenting time, child support, and spousal support (formerly known as alimony) matters. She combines her vast experience with a compassionate, caring, yet aggressive approach to finding solutions for her clients. The decision to file for divorce is usually a difficult and emotional choice, which also affects a person’s finances, lifestyle, future, and their children. As such, Jennipher frequently uses mediation, collaboration, and negotiation to reach an agreement regarding division of property and issues related to the minor children. She has represented clients who are high-wealth individuals, including cases involving professional athletes, business owners, doctors, and lawyers. Divorces for these types of clients often involve investigation and evaluation of business interests and obligations to ensure assets are divided and distributed equitably. When a resolution cannot be achieved amicably, Jennipher is equally prepared to vigorously pursue her clients’ rights in the courtroom. Admitted to practice law in Michigan, she regularly appears before judges in the Family Divisions of Ingham, Clinton, and Eaton Circuit Courts. Jennipher earned her undergraduate degree from Michigan State University and her law degree from the University of Chicago Law School (ranked third in the country), where she was taught by then Professor Barack Obama. For three years, she served as a Guardian Ad Litem in the 30th Circuit Court in Ingham County, Michigan, protecting the rights of children. Jennipher’s goal in every divorce case is to handle the matter aggressively, yet with compassion. She also aims to provide straightforward advice and counsel that enables her clients to make the best decisions possible for themselves and their children.

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John F. Schaefer

Distinguished Lawyer

Family and Divorce Law

33 Bloomfield Hills Pkwy, Ste 242, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304

John F. Schaefer is a family law attorney with The Law Firm of John F. Schaefer in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. His office is listed at 33 Bloomfield Hills Parkway, Suite 242. The State Bar of Michigan identifies him as an active member in good standing. Schaefer earned his Juris Doctor from Detroit College of Law in 1969, the same year listed for his admission to practice. His professional service has included leadership positions in statewide, county and specialty bar organizations. He served as chair of the State Bar of Michigan’s Family Law Section in 1978–1979. He is also a past president of the Oakland County Bar Association and a past president of the Michigan Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. His other professional affiliations have included the Michigan State Bar Foundation Fellows and service as a trustee of Detroit College of Law. The Michigan Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers also lists his work as an arbitrator for the Attorney Grievance Commission and his association with the Committee on Character and Fitness. In addition to those organizational roles, Schaefer authored Divorce in Michigan: The Legal Process, Your Rights, and What to Expect, a book identified in his Michigan chapter biography.

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Kristina Lyke

Kristina Lyke

Distinguished Lawyer

Family and Divorce Law

200 Woodland Pass, 200, East Lansing, MI 48823

Kristina Lyke is a family law and criminal defense attorney at Lyke Law PLLC in East Lansing, Michigan. Her family law practice includes custody matters, divorce and referee hearings. She holds certifications as a mediator and parenting time coordinator, and her legal training included 40 hours of mediation instruction. Criminal defense is another part of her practice, with cases involving theft, embezzlement, domestic violence and attempted murder among those listed by the firm. Landlord-tenant disputes and estate planning are also part of her work. The estate matters described on her website include Medicaid planning as well as wills and trusts. Originally from Pinckney, Michigan, Lyke served two consecutive terms as an elected councilwoman. Her government experience also includes positions in the offices of Representative Paul DeWeese and Lieutenant Governor Dick Posthumus. She was DeWeese’s legislative assistant and an assistant to Posthumus. Lyke studied political science at Eastern Michigan University before obtaining her law degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. At Cooley, her concentration was international law and litigation. She was admitted to the Michigan bar in 2006. Her professional biography lists teaching domestic relations as a Cooley adjunct professor and speaking there about Michigan bar preparation. It also records presentations at two Eastern Michigan University symposiums concerning political science papers. The Ingham County Bar Association recognized her with its Young Lawyers Award in 2011.

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Rachael

Member

Family and Divorce Law

929 W University Dr, Rochester, MI 48307, USA

Rachael Lewandusky is an experienced attorney focusing her practice of law in Divorce and Family Law matters. Rachael is well respected by her clients and peers. She works to balance aggressive legal representation, based on years of experience and knowledge of family law, with professional courtesy and integrity. Rachael’s legal knowledge and experience in divorce and other family law issues will give her client’s the peace of mind they need to be assured that their case will be handled in a professional, efficient and skilled manner. Rachael is admitted to practice law in the State of New York (2011) and the State of Michigan (2018). Rachael has been recognized by the American Institute of Legal Advocates Elite Advocate and by Lawyers of Distinction for Excellence in Family and Divorce Law. Rachael earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Detroit Mercy in 2006 double majoring in Political Science and Criminal Justice. In 2010, she graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law with her Juris Doctorate. In addition to her legal experience, Rachael is involved in several legal organizations, including the Women’s Bar Association, Wayne County Family Law Bar Association and Oakland County Bar Association. Rachael resides in Oakland County with her husband and two young children.

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Renee Gucciardo

Renee Gucciardo

Distinguished Lawyer

Family and Divorce Law

30700 Telegraph Rd suite 1580, Franklin, MI 48025, USA

At The Gucciardo Law Firm, we understand that family legal matters are deeply personal and often overwhelming. That’s why we offer more than legal representation. We provide guidance, empathy, and unwavering support during life’s most difficult moments. As a trusted family law firm in Oakland County, we combine the strength of a large practice with the personalized care of a close-knit team. Every client matters here. We take the time to listen, understand your unique story, and fight for the outcome that’s right for you and your family.

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Shon Cook

Shon Cook

Distinguished Lawyer

Family and Divorce Law

3391 Merriam Street, Muskegon, MI 49444

Shon Cook has a passion for getting people through the toughest of times. She has been representing individuals for nearly 30 years, in nearly every area of the law. She now focuses on family law issues that include divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support, guardianships, adoption, pre-nuptial agreements, and mediations. She also mediates for small companies to reduce workplace conflict and maintain employees and business profit. Her philosophy is simple. Use the power of the law to do good things for the people she represents. Shon is not only sought after by her clients, but she is frequently a speaker on legal issues for the State Bar of Michigan and the Institute of Continuing Legal Education. She helps to train lawyers and Judges through the state on vital issues affecting families and mediation skills. Shon has also coached countless soccer, softball and basketball teams as her children grew up in the Whitehall area. She has three children, has held ownership interest in three law firms and has run three marathons. Shon considers these her trifecta of accomplishments.

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Timothy Ash

Family and Divorce Law

31872 Northwestern Hwy, Farmington Hills, MI 48334

Raised in a small town near East Lansing, Mr. Ash went to Michigan State University where he received a BA in Business Administration in 1985. He worked for Michigan National Corporation where he discovered a desire for the law. Mr. Ash graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 1993. During law school, he gained valuable experience clerking for three Circuit Court Judges: Honorable Alice Gilbert; Honorable Robert Anderson; and Honorable Rudy Nichols. Upon graduation, Mr. Ash started his firm which today is Ash & Ash Legal Group. His connection to the judges allowed continued service to the court as an appointed lawyer. Ash quickly gained litigation skills in and out of trial. These skills and his passion for strategic planning caused him to excel in family law and able to handle your divorce, or family law case with love, forgiveness, and integrity.

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