Marian L. Faupel

Marian L. Faupel

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Ann Arbor, MI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Adoption ... +4 more

2232 S. Main #355, Ann Arbor, MI

About Marian

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Family 25%

Divorce, Property and Debt Division, Spousal support, Child Support, Child Custody and Parenting Time, Adoptions, Same Sex Issues, Prenuptial Agreements

43 years

25%
Adoption 15%

43 years

15%
Contracts and Agreements 10%

Transactional Law, Business start-ups, Employment Law

43 years

10%
Litigation 10%

General Civil Litigation, including business and contractual disputes and contested Estate Plans

43 years

10%
Appeals 5%

43 years

5%
Real Estate 5%

Construction law and Liens

43 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 42 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1983

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Marian Faupel, Attorney at Law

2232 S. Main #355, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103

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Marian L. Faupel's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lisa | March 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Marian and her firm were amazing during a difficult time

Marian and her firm are wonderful and compassionate attorneys with a lot of patience. During my divorce, they clearly communicated my options and provided direction, which allowed me to make thoughtful decisions. I truly feel blessed that Marian was my attorney. It cannot be easy practicing Family... Law but this firms knows their stuff! I would highly recommend them.

Posted by Annette | January 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Marian Faulpel

Marian is more knowledgeable than most attorneys. I was going through a third party custody battle with an aunt and her husband in regards to my child and thanks to her knowing the standing laws we won the case. I interviewed other attorneys before I found Marian, and they knew nothing about third pa...rty. She knows her stuff, and she will fight for you.

Posted by James | April 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Marian gets the job done

Marian was very helpful in my Divorce, she guided me threw the process and was very considerate in those difficult personal times when you loose your direction. Marian helped me to gain custody of our Three Sons. Everything about Faupel Law was very professional. She is Kind, Caring and very knowled...geable. Truly a wonderful lady.

Posted by Michelle | June 22, 2014

Marian Faupel is a highly competent attorney who has an extreme gift and I will recommend her to all my friends!

Marian is highly recommended and knows how to present a case and extremely detailed in her investigation with each case that we have had her represent. She is personable and communicative beyond what we have experienced in the past. She is well seasoned attorney and it shows!! She won each of our... cases and I am thankful that we chose her. She is also highly respected in her field.

Posted by Jill | April 24, 2014

An attorney who consistently works tirelessly for her clients.

Marian Faupel has tireless energy, compassion for her clients, attention to detail and a vast knowledge of family law. She has an ability to recall the smallest detail from our meetings. Going through a very long, emotional divorce and custody case, Marian continues to keep us on track with a positiv...e and professional attitude. Cannot give enough accolades to this wonderful attorney!

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Marian L. Faupel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Homer Jordan

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brandon Biggs

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As opposing counsel, Marian didn't always make my days easy, as she is a champion for her clients and will fight tooth and nail for them. At the same time, there is no one I could write a more glowing recommendation for. Marian is extremely knowledgeable, a zealous advocate, and a pleasure to work with and be around as a fellow attorney. I am proud to endorse this lawyer as a master in her field."

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Sara Young

Family lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marian Faupel is one of the most well known attorneys in the Washtenaw County community. Her love and passion for the law shows in her work. She is an excellent lawyer that has the ability to handle complex family law related cases. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Baber

Family lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I normally don't take the time to write reviews but I am happy to endorse Marian Faupel. Marian truly loves what she does and it shows. Anyone who has seen Marian arguing on behalf of her clients in court know that she cares. Marian is one of the hardest working attorneys I know. Day after day she puts in long hours and gets real results. I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to work under her at Faupel law. If you're in need of a family law attorney, her office is one office you need to call."

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Robert Sedler

Family lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Faupel was a student of mine many years ago. We have worked together on a number of cases, including the high profile Baby Jessica cases. I have referred students to her for employment and have referred persons in need of an outstanding family lawyer to her. I give her the strongest endorsement."

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Steven Tramontin

Family lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Marian Faupel is a passionate and tireless advocate who gets results. Her level of knowledge and experience is second to none."

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Brandon Biggs

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Steven Reed

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Karen Valvo

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2008

Richard J. Barber Distinguished Alumni Award, Wayne Law Review

1994

Michiganian of the year, Detroit News

1986

Certificate of Achievemnet, Washtenaw County Bar Association

1982

William D Traitel Scholarship, Wayne State University Law School

1982

Survey Editor, Wayne Law Review

1981

Junior Member, Wayne Law Review

1975

Nominated for Distinguished Service Award and Woman of the Year, Saline Area Jaycees

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Wayne State University Law School

1990 - Present

Shareholder and President, Faupel Law, P.C.

1988 - 1990

Of Counsel, Schlussel, Lifton, Simon, Rands, Galvin &Jackier, P.C.

1986 - 1988

Associate Attorney, Burnham, Connolly, Oesterle & Henry

1984 - 1986

Associate Attorney, Hill, Lewis, Adams, Goodrich & Tait

1983 - 1984

Associate Attorney, Smith, Hirsch, Brody, & Weingarden

Associations

2003 - Present

Wayne State Univeristy Law School

Adjunct Professor

Washtenaw County Bar Association

Washtenaw School Officers Association

Director

Industrial Business Development Commission

Chairman

Tax Board of Review

Member

United Fund

Past Vice President

Friends of the Library

President

1987 - 1993

Michigan Bar Association

Elected member of Representative Assembly

1985 - 1995

Washtenaw County Bar Association

Editor, Res Ipsa Loquitor

1978 - 1990

Saline Area Board of Education

Trustee

Sample of Legal Cases

Davison v. Van Wert

Client awarded $1,200,000

In re Clausen ("Baby Jessica Case")

Prevailed on appeal to Michigan Court of Appeals, Michigan Supreme Court, and United States Supreme Court, biological parents regained custody

Coster v. Booras

Clients awarded $782,000

In re MKK

Client awarded custody of Child

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Education

1983

Wayne State Univeristy Law School

Juris Doctor

1964

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1993

Oakland County Bar Association

"AIDS in the Workplace"

1993

Detroit Hellenic Bar Association

DeBoer v. Schmidt

1989

Deeds Convention

Sheriff's Deeds

1986

Fall Conference

"How to Negotiate Your Exit"

N/A

University of Michigan Retirement Seminars

Frequent Presenter

N/A

A Weekly Television show from 1989-1995

Originator and Host of "Ask The Attorney"

Publications

2010

Washtenaw County Bar magazine Jurisdictional Issues in a Divorce

2000

Michigan Family Law Journal Using Experts in Domestic Cases

1996

Wayne Law Review Annual Survey of Michigan Law

1996

Wayne law Review Family Law,1995 Annual Survey of Michigan Law, 42

1995

Wayne Law Review Family Law,1994 Annual Survey of Michigan law, 41

1994

Wayne Law Review Family Law, 1993 Annual Survey of Michigan Law

1994

Wayne Law Review The "Baby Jessica Case" and the Claimed Conflict Between Children's and Parents' Rights

1992

Wayne Law Review Real Property, 1991 Annual Survey of Michigan law

1991

Wayne Law Review Family Law, 1990 Annual Survey or Michigan law

1990

Wayne Law Review Family Law, 1989 Annual Survey of Michigan Law

1989

Wayne Law Review Commercial Transactions and Contracts, 1988 Annual Survey of Michigan Law

1988

Wayne Law Review Taxation, 1987 Annual Survey of Michigan law

1987

Wayne Law Review Real Property Law, 1986 Annual Survey of Michigan law

1986

Wayne Law Review Trusts, 1985 Annual Survey of Michigan law

1986

Wayne Law Review Real Property Law, 1985 Annual Survey of Michigan Law

1985

Wayne Law Review Family Law, 1984 Annual Survey of Michigan law

1983

Wayne Law Review History of the Annual Survey of Michigan Law and a Statistical Analysis of the Supreme Court of Michigan During the Survey Period

Languages

English

Activity

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