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    Grand Traverse County Has 527 Attorneys with 750 Reviews

    Shelley A. Kester

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    Shelley A. Kester

    4.968 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody and more
    Wilson Kester is a premier family law firm in Northern Michigan.
    Rating:  10
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    Melissa Baumgartner Umulis

    Melissa Baumgartner Umulis

    4.815 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation
    Bio: Melissa received her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in 2006 and graduated cum laude from Pace University School of Law in 2010. Melissa’s practice includes representation of individuals in divorce, post-divorce, custody, pate...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Jennifer Lamay Whitten

    Jennifer Lamay Whitten

    4.79 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Divorce & Separation, Family, Estate Planning and more
    Bio: Jennifer earned her undergraduate degree from Alma College, where she graduated Suma Cum Laude. Jennifer graduated Suma Cum Laude, in the top ten percent of her class, from Michigan State University College of Law in May of 2011. While in law scho...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Gerald F. Chefalo

    Gerald F. Chefalo

    4.628 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: On the first day of law school, they asked why were there. I replied that "I've always wanted to find out what was behind the wizard's curtain." Since that day, I have continued in my pursuit of knowledge and have been fascinated to learn that the...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Torree J. Breen

    Torree J. Breen

    4.69 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Bio: Torree J. Breen is a shareholder and has practiced law for over 20 years. She is the chair of the Estate Planning and Family Law Practice Groups and a member of the firm’s Hospitality and Alcohol Law Practice Group. Ms. Breen drafts wills, trusts,...
    Rating:  10
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    James W. Saffell

    James W. Saffell

    4.58 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family
    Bio: A graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder, James Saffell earned his law degree at the University of Denver College of Law in 1986. Mr. Saffell earned membership to the University of Denver Law Review and the National Moot Court Team for ...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Eric W. Phelps

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    Eric W. Phelps

    4.47 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Litigation, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    We serve individuals and families in issues of utmost importance--each with wisdom, courage & heart.
    Rating:  9.6
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    Robert S. Whims

    Robert S. Whims

    4.47 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Construction & Development, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: I am a dedicated husband and father. We live on a small farm where we raise livestock and crops. We supply our own organic beef, chicken, lamb, turkey, pork, eggs, and milk, in addition to making things like bio-diesel and even our own soap. Our f...
    Rating:  10
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    Jennifer R. Berry

    Jennifer R. Berry

    4.04 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Family
    Review: "Through my life and extended family we have hired many lawyers, Jennifer is the best I have ever known . She stands apart from the rest with her honesty, down to earth personality, hard working. She puts forth all efforts to make a solid case. Lov..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Michael Horowitz

    Michael Horowitz

    4.04 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, General Practice
    Bio: Michael Horowitz is a trial and appellate lawyer in Northern Michigan. He is licensed in Michigan, Alaska, and New York. He primarily practices criminal defense.
    Rating:  7.9
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    Dena Horvath

    Dena Horvath

    4.04 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense, Expungement and more
    Review: "Dena assisted me in getting my drivers license back after It was previously suspended from too many DUI charges. She kept me informed of what was going on in my case and treated me with the up most respect during this process."
    Rating:  6.4
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    Patrick J. McDonald

    Patrick J. McDonald

    4.01 review
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 37 years
    Review: "Back in 1998. I separated from my ex-husband. I was living in Tennessee and came back to Michigan due to irreconcilable differences and other reasons. I decided to get a divorce instead of going back to everything that I felt no person should have..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Michael J Dunn

    Michael J Dunn

    3.912 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Divorce and Separation
    Review: "Michael Dunn is an amazing lawyer. He believed me, believed in me, hoped with me, and fought for me. I am thankful to him for his genuine care, sincere empathy, and transparent honesty. He listens and truly hears, he understands the details and..."
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    Craig W. Elhart

    Craig W. Elhart

    3.826 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "Craig is my go to lawyer. I have hired him several times for both criminal and civil issues. Each time Craig has helped to calm my nerves and taken control of the situation. He fights to get you the best outcome and does not stop until he does. He..."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Sandra Jo Franklin

    Sandra Jo Franklin

    3.73 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 42 years
    Review: "I have hired Sandy to handle over 20 Trademark applications over the last 10 years. Here expertise has been especially helpful in wording our applications properly so that they have a better chance of clearing. She has delivered on 3 projects ..."
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    Michael J Swogger

    Michael J Swogger

    3.73 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning
    Review: "Mike was hired to be the stern Adult with a back bone re a family issue…and he didn’t disappoint. Highly recommend. "
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    James Kyle Sherbin

    James Kyle Sherbin

    3.06 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 3 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "Persistence, passionate, gets the job done highly recommend both for business and personal related issues "
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    Lori B. Schmeltzer

    Lori B. Schmeltzer

    3.04 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Divorce & Separation, Appeals and more
    Bio: Drawing upon life and work experiences, I seek to serve clients by providing practical legal solutions to life's complex problems. I will work with you to understand your needs, goals and legal objectives to determine the best plan of action to he...
    Rating:  6.4
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    Steven R Fox

    Steven R Fox

    3.02 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 31 years
    Review: "I hired Mr. Fox for several years to research and advise me on a real estate matter involving nuisance neighbors who were interfering with my efforts to sell property. Steve was professional, efficient, and thorough in his explanations of my optio..."
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    Norman K. Droste

    Norman K. Droste

    3.02 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Attorney
    Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  General Practice, Real Estate
    Review: "Norm was excellent in handling our prenup and wills. His assistant Julie was also excellent. I have used this firm in the past and have been very happy."
    Rating:  6.5
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