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Atty. Laurie Schmitt, Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, USA


Summary

I am a graduate of Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and a Michigan State Bar and U.S. Western District Court licensed attorney specializing in family law.Since establishing my own practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan, I have represented clients with their family law-related cases including divorce, collaborative divorce, child custody, visitation, paternity, change of domicile, child support, spousal support, and post-judgment issues.I focused my practice on family law after spending over two decades immersed in the court system as a paralegal. I assisted attorneys and their clients in navigating the difficult, and often painful process that came with changes in family structure and responsibilities. Because I understand how difficult family law issues can be, I am committed to educating my clients on all of their options available to them and their families, as well as on the process.I always begin each case with the intent and hope that we can settle your case without the need for delayed and expensive litigation. I am a certified civil mediator, certified domestic relations mediator, and have been certified in the practice of collaborative divorce. Collaborative divorce can provide fair and reasonable outcomes for everyone involved in the divorce, including the children, and reduce unnecessary conflict in the process.However, I have a track record of providing aggressive representation in Michigan's family court system if a settlement cannot be reached. Regardless of the road your case takes, I will always provide you with personalized, quality, and affordable representation. Serving the following counties: Kent, Allegan, Newaygo, Ionia, Ottawa, Montcalm, Muskegon and Barry View More ?

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Fees

  • Free Consultation
    One-half hour free
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    Visa and Mastercard
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    LIMITED SCOPE SERVICES There are times when you simply do not require the services of an attorney throughout your entire case. It may be that you need to know the relevant law regarding a specific subject matter, or simply need assistance with drafting documents. With Limited Scope Services, you are contracting for specific services, rather than hiring me to take over the entire case. And you pay for only those services you need. These services are offered on an hourly basis, and are paid when the legal assistance is provided. Therefore, there are no future invoices or hefty retainers to be paid up front. You simply pay as you go, and only pay for the services you really need.
  • Education

    Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
    J.D. (2012)
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    Experience

    8 years of experience

    Address

    Family Law Attorney
    401 Hall Street SW
    Suite 112D
    Grand Rapids, MI 49503
    Telephone: (616) 608-4634