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Donald E. Mcginnis Jr.

Divorce and separation Attorney at Troy, MI

5.0   18 reviews
  • Licensed for 50 years
    State MI
    Acquired 1973
    Status
    Active in Good Standing No misconduct found

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About Donald

Learn Donald’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Divorce and separation
    50%
    Many people find that as they go through the divorce process, they are faced with insurmountable problems, both psychologically and legally. Attorney McGinnis is a tireless advocate for you through the process, call him today.

  2. Family
    50%
    Donald E. McGinnis, Jr., J.D., P.C. was established in 1973 as a general practice firm to serve clients with a need for all types of representation. The firm evolved over the years to offer specialized service in family and divorce.

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Don McGinnis has extensive experience in the practice of family law. He has practiced in this area for over 3 decades. During that time he has represented numerous clients in various facets of family law, including divorce, custody, child support, parenting time, spousal support, asset and debt division, paternity, mediation and other post-judgment issues.

Awards

Client's Choice 2019,2018
Client's Choice
2019 2018

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Client's Choice 2019
Client's Choice
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Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2015
Excellent Attorney
Don and his team were exceptional regarding my divorce proceedings; consistently going above and beyond. I didn't know what to expect having never gone through anything like this before. Don was patient and provided the highest level of service. He was available day or night. I knew that Don had my best interest and my children's as we proceeded through the process. He has the high level of integrity and trust. He really cared about me as a person, not just a client. I would recommend Don to anyone going through a difficult divorce. He is the best of the best!
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Posted by Harvey | September 24, 2013
Amazing
Amazing lawyer. He and his office staff were kind and courteous. He answered my questions quickly and helped speed things up! 2nd Divorce, this was the best lawyer in Metro Detroit. PERIOD.
Posted by anonymous | August 7, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent attorney!!
I hired Don for a custody case. He walked me through the whole process and always made me feel that my child’s well-being was top priority! This is a busy practice but I never felt like a number. I also want to say that his paralegal Tammy is the best! ~ Stellar team, grateful.
Posted by Sophia | April 6, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent care and thoughtfulness
Don picked up my case mid way through a less than pleasant mediation. He eased my nerves, answered all my questions and always had my best interest in mind. He was upfront, honest and open with me at all times. He was always available, even during the holiday season and made getting a divorce during a pandemic the easiest process I could imagine. He was even available the day I was moving out of my home to make sure everything went smoothly and I always knew he had my back no matter what decision I made. I came out on top in more ways than I can even have imagined. Not that I want to go through a divorce again, but if I do, Don will be right there with me every step of the way. Don McGinnis is a phenominal lawyer! He makes himself available at all hours and makes you feel like you are the only client he has.
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Posted by anonymous | March 1, 2021
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Strong divorce attorney
Don McGinnis was my divorce attorney for a very complicated case during the pandemic. My case involved many other issues in other courts and Don kept up with everything and gave me counsel. Don is a wealth of knowledge in all areas of divorce and family law and he was always well respected in court by the Judges and the Mediator. Don and his office staff treated me with kindness and respect at all times and they were always available to assist me. I would recommend Don McGinnis to anyone looking for a strong divorce attorney.
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Posted by Cherie | November 4, 2019
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Great Attorney
Don was a great attorney to have by my side during a very difficult divorce. The outcome in all areas was amazing.
Posted by Susan | October 8, 2019
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Extremely Professional & Experienced Divorce Lawyer
Donald was my divorce attorney, which I thought I would never need, after 25 years of marriage. I knew nothing about divorce and suffered from health issues making it very difficult for me to understand and go through the divorce process. Donald, Lise and their office staff were simply extraordinary. They were always kind and patient with me. They gave me as much detail as I wanted and were also willing to let me work out anything I wanted with my exhusband without involving them. Their knowledge, skills and experience was outstanding. I would recommend them to anyone.
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Posted by anonymous | May 2, 2019
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Exceptional Family Law Attorney with Unparalleled Experience
Don gave me a great deal of time when I first visited him and listened carefully to my situation. He put me at ease and handled my divorce case with unparalleled expertise and care, at a time when I was very busy finishing my last year of professional school. It was clear to me from the beginning that Don had the experience necessary to resolve my case as quickly as possible with the desired outcome. Both he and his colleague, Lise Spresser, worked to resolve my case in the most amicable way possible. Don always focused on the issue at hand in his correspondence with opposing counsel, in a manner that was firm yet respectful. He always took the time to handle my case with care, giving due attention to the many issues involved in a divorce case. I will be eternally grateful to Don for working hard to protect and secure my future, as I look forward to my future career. Due to the caring manner in which they handled my case, I view both Don and Lise not only as my attorneys, but also as friends.
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Posted by SW | March 25, 2019
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The best, PERIOD.
Don is absolutely amazing as an attorney. He and his team are dedicated, care and are always available. I came to Don 5 months into a divorce filling and he knocked it out of the park, accomplishing more in the next month that the prior 5 months. He cared, was always accessible and guided me through a very tenuous divorce and I never questioned whether or not he cared. If you are looking for a family practice attorney, there is no one better than Don.
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Posted by Joe | March 5, 2019
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Great Lawyer, Hard Worker!
Don helped me with a tough divorce case. He protected my property and financial assets. His team was friendly and always treated me with respect.
Posted by Patrick | September 25, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Attention to Detail
I retained Don to handle a very tricky case for me. His amount of experience and knowledge cannot be matched. His staff was always courteous and friendly when taking calls or questions. He was always Honest in every aspect. I couldn't be happier with the outcome! f
Posted by Matt | September 25, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
10/10 Very Thorough
Don protected my investments and hard earned money in a tight case. He returned all my calls and treated my case with diligence and cunning. Highly recommend him and his team at MCS.
Posted by Sydney | March 16, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent family lawyer
The mark of any good attorney is one that will tell you the truth, even if it's not what you want to hear. As an attorney myself, it was also important to me that my attorney be polished and well known in his field. Don exceeded my expectations in this regard. Lastly, it was great to know that although I was in a contentious situation that I was not being taken advantage of with respect to time and billing. Don is responsive, promptly relays information and if there are any communication gaps he remedies it.
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Posted by Mindy | February 3, 2018
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Exceptional Lawyer!
I hired Don McGinnis to represent me during my divorce. I was scared and confused upon being served with divorce papers. Don eased my mind and immediately went to work on my case; enabling me to concentrate on my children and our future. He and his office always quickly answered my questions and concerns. My case was complex since one of my children has autism and requires special needs. There were also complicated financial issues such as a family owned business and rental properties. Don effectively managed these matters and called upon his network of highly qualified professionals to assist when necessary. Don proved to be a skilled negotiator during mediation. I could not imagine anyone else representing me during this difficult time. I highly recommend him and his office!
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Posted by Mike | February 3, 2018
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Represented me during my divorce
Don did an excellent job representing me in all aspects of my divorce. He was available during and off hours to answer my questions and consult. Years of experience. Approachable and honest to a fault. I felt very well represented. We didn't miss anything.
Posted by Lindy | February 27, 2015
He really helped me ...
When my husband asked me for a divorce, I was totally blindsided! I was really scared and didn't know what to expect. This was my first divorce and Don answered all of my questions. When we went to court, it was evident that he knew what he was doing which made me feel at ease. I would recommend his firm to all of my friends or family.
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Posted by Tina | January 28, 2015
Great Guy
I hired Don to represent me in a child support case with my ex-husband. I waited until the last minute to hire an attorney. Don and his staff hustled to get the paperwork done to be filed with the court because my court date was the next day! He was able to go to court with me and my case went very well!
Posted by Marlene | March 9, 2013
Excellent Attorney
Excellent attorney. Paid attention to detail. I highly recommend him.
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Resume

AVVO RATING 9.8 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • President
  • Donald E McGinnis JD PC
  • 1973 - Present

Education

  • University of Colorado
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • N/A
  • Detroit College of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • N/A

Associations

  • Oakland County Bar Association, Family Law Section
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Oakland County Bar Association, Criminal Law Committee
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Oakland County Bar Association
  • President
  • 2005 - 2006
  • State Bar of Michigan
  • Board of Directors
  • 2005 - 2011
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Honors and Awards

  • Best Lawyers in America
  • Best Lawyers in America
  • 2016
  • Super Lawyer
  • Super Lawyers Magazine
  • 2015
  • Oakland County Bar Association
  • N/A
  • AV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • N/A
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Publications

  • Oakland County Bar Association
  • Laches
  • 2005
  • Oakland County Bar Association
  • Laches
  • 2005

Speaking Engagements

  • Hot topics
  • Family Law
  • 2007

Attorney endorsements

Received (3)
Given (2)
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Family Attorney | Nov 19
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Don McGinnis is a very well respected family law practitioner. He is also an effective mediator, who looks for creative solutions to difficult family law problems. I can attest to his extensive knowledge of the law and his talent for negotiating. Don is ethical and he zealously advocates on behalf of his clients. I give Don my unqualified endorsement."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Mar 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Don is very hard working and does a great job for his clients. He is well prepared, honest, respected, dedicated, and a pleasure to work with."
Child custody Attorney | Jan 28
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I've known Don as both opposing counsel on a matter and as a fellow lawyer in the community for many years. Don is well versed in his areas of practice and does an excellent job for his clients. He is well liked and respected by judges, court staff and his colleagues. Don possesses what seems to be an all too rare ability to fight hard for his clients while doing so with professionalism and courtesy."
Divorce and separation