Kurt E. Schnelz

My Ex-wife and I hired Mr. Schnelz in 2018 to help us with one remaining item on our divorce agreement. Prior to meeting with him, we had amicably and mutually agreed to all other terms and desired a fairness opinion on one last issue. We had an absolutely awful experience with Kurt Schnelz. I i...ntentionally did not write a negative review at that time because I am a very positive person and do not like to spend energy focusing on the negative aspects of life. I have now chosen to write this review because unfortunately one of my friends also hired Mr. Schnelz and had a very similar and extremely disappointing experience. I now realize that I have an important responsibility to share my experience to help prevent others from getting hurt by hiring Kurt. Mr. Schnelz did not listen to what we wanted and why we were hiring him, he acted as a bully, he intentionally did not tell the truth to both parties, and he certainly was not objective and impartial. I later learned that Mr. Schnelz was not included on the 2018 Oakland County Approved Civil Mediator List. Out of curiosity, I just checked and he is also not listed on the 2025 Oakland County Approved Civil Mediator List. Based on our experience (and my friends experience), I would strongly recommend that you NOT hire Mr. Kurt Schnelz.

We realize that everyone seems to love their attorney one moment and hate them the next; however, we went into this with the best of intentions and it was terrible. We have since hired other counsel after Mr. Schnelz, in our opinion, refused to represent our intentions as he did not want to be seen a...s that attorney who actually litigates and doesn't make side deals. We realize that, in our opinion, majority of all Oakland County attorneys are familiar with each other as it is a small community, but it was represented to us that he wasn't there to make friends he was there to see that our child's best interest was presented. He went on to make arrangements with opposing counsel without our blessing and when we confronted him about this, we were told if we didn't like what he was doing go elsewhere. In the meantime, without our knowledge, in our opinion, he inflated our billing to the point that it equated almost one year of services with our other firms in supposedly a few month period. Again, we had the highest hopes for this and always give the benefit of the doubt, but, in our opinion, it was time and money wasted on someone who just wanted, in our opinion, to take money from us knowing very well that he would not be the strongest player at bat for us as it would ruffle feathers and make him standout as that attorney, in our opinion.

When my ex unexpectedly filed for divorce and full custody of my young boys, I had no idea what to do. Thankfully, a friend of mine recommended I talk to Kurt. He said that Kurt was one of the best attorneys in the state. I went to Kurt and I’ve been thankful for that decision ever since. Kurt kn...ows the law inside and out, but just as importantly, he understands the process and how things work. He didn’t waste my time or money on insignificant items. He asked what was important to me and focused on making that happen. My priority was the well-being of my kids and I have no doubt that was Kurt’s priority as well. He cared about me and he cared about what happened to my kids. Kurt’s hard work resulted in me getting custody of my sons and they are happy, well-adjusted, young men today because of that outcome. I have no doubt that the outcome would have been different if Kurt had not been my attorney. It has been 7 years since Kurt settled my divorce and he has helped me countless times since and I have no doubt that my friend’s opinion of him was correct. Kurt is the best!

When I needed an attorney to help me through a divorce from an abusive marriage, my niece recommended Kurt Schnelz and I am very glad I chose to follow her recommendation. Right at the start, Kurt said he liked to handle situations like mine in the most gentlemanly way possible and he favored a perso...nal phone call from him to inform my husband of my filing rather than having him served. Kurt also told me I would be entitled to be recompensed for the monetary difference of our social security benefits going forward which was something I did not know I could ask for. My husband chose a young, budget-priced, inexperienced attorney, a choice he later told me he much regretted. Throughout the process, Kurt was supportive to my situation and encouraging to me. He was diligent in working through the delays caused by my husband and his attorney. The outcome was a settlement that was amiable to both parties. I feel Mr. Schnelz is thoroughly knowledgeable and did an excellent job in handling my case. He kept me informed and always responded to my calls or emails. He explained my options to me and made excellent recommendations. I could not have asked for a better attorney.

I was involved in a contentious divorce at no fault of my own. Kurt worked very hard to remove the emotions from the litigation and focus on a fair and equitable solution. Kurt’s mastery of the law, his reputation with his colleagues and his tenaciousness were advantageous. Kurt was especially artful... as a strategist. His thoughtful consideration of all legal matters allowed me the best defense possible. Kurt gets respect in the courtroom and also cares about his clients. I can recall getting a call from Kurt on Thanksgiving day, just checking on me to make sure I was managing the stress of the divorce. He cares. I am very appreciative that I had a highly competent, respected and caring attorney to manage my important legal matter.