Monika U. Holzer Sacks

Monika U. Holzer Sacks

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 46 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Ann Arbor, MI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Elder Law

121 W Washington St Ste 300, Ann Arbor, MI

About Monika

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 90%

Family law matters, including divorce/separation, child custody, child support, spousal support, property, non-traditional families are best handled using mediation or collaborative practice whenever possible. Families win when the parents can resolve their disputes without going to court. When necessary, I will litigate.

90%
Elder Law 10%

Elder law mediation helps seniors and their families reach peaceful resolutions without going to court. Older adults, their families and caregivers sometimes need help making difficult decisions related to long-term care, guardianship, medical treatment, living arrangements, and financial and estate planning. I help provide a safe, confidential setting to help families explore their options and informed choices.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 46 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1979

Emeritus

No misconduct found

Location

Nichols, Sacks, Slank, Sendelbach & Buiteweg

121 W Washington St Ste 300, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104

Nichols, Sacks, Slank, Sendelbach & Buiteweg, PC

40900 Woodward Ave., Ste. 111, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304

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Monika U. Holzer Sacks's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Gloria | February 10, 2015

I Needed a Strong Personality

Monika Sacks was recommended to me by a friend that had used her services for her divorce. She was also recommend by a mental health care professional. I wanted someone that would help me through the process and keep me from giving in to my abusive husband. She did that and more. I came away with... my dignity intact and a fair settlement. If you want a bulldog in your corner, higher Monika Sacks

Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2010

Trustworthy and Available

Clients need to trust their attorneys, and I felt that Monika had my bes interests in mind throughout my case. She and her staff were always reachable!

Posted by Kelli | June 10, 2010

Thankful for Monika Sacks!

Monika helped me through a very difficult time in my life. She was professional, worked very hard, and always kept me informed of what was going on. Her knowledge of the divorce process kept me calm during the storm. I would recommend Monika for anyone entering the difficult road of divorce.

Posted by Cathy | March 25, 2010

Knowledgeable, Resourceful and Compassionate

Monika skillfully led me through the divorce process for a little over a year, clearly keeping me informed every step of the way. She showed compassion and understanding, while keeping the process on track and meeting timelines. Monikia showed great resourcefulness by connecting me with various oth...er competent professionals such as a divorce coach and mediator. She helped me keep my legal costs down by using email communications when possible. Monika gave me great advice on how to effectively communicate with my very difficult and uncooperative ex-husband. She helped me make concessions in our settlement, while still ensuring a positive outcome for me. I highly recommend Monika Sacks as an outstanding attorney. I feel very lucky to have had her representing me and on my team!

Posted by anonymous | February 4, 2010

Competent, Honorable, Tough

My divorce started slow and Monica did everything she could to keep costs down, including encouraging me to make some concessions. After mediation failed and the other side escalated their demands, Monica responded by identifying case law to support my position. In the end, Monica kept the divorce fr...om going to trial. I retained what was mine under the law and split our marital assets evenly. That was all I wanted. The divorce was costly, but far less than if it had gone to trial. Monica's conduct was competent, honorable, and, when necessary, tough with the opposition.

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Monika U. Holzer Sacks's Lawyer Endorsements

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Denise Couling

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"Monika is a highly-regarded innovator and leader in Michigan family law. It is a privilege to work with her and to be able to offer my clients the vast knowledge-base that Monika and the other attorneys of NSSSB have gained through their years of excellent service to the firm's clients."

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Jamie O'Brien

Family lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Lori Buiteweg

Family lawyer

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Eileen Slank

Family lawyer

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Denise Couling

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jamie O'Brien

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michael Vincent

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Blaine B. Johnson Award, ICLE & Family Law Section of SBM

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2000

Lawyer of the Year, Ann Arbor North Rotary

1999

Volunteer of the Year, Saline Area Chamber of Commerce

1995

Civility and Professionalism Award, Washtenaw County Bar Association

1995

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1992

Athena Award, Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Shareholder, Nichols, Sacks, Slank, Sendelbach & Buiteweg, P.C.

1977 - 1994

Attorney, Barr, Anhut & Sacks

Associations

2004 - Present

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Member

2003 - Present

Collaborative Practice Institute of Michigan

Immediate Past President

2000 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Fellow

1996 - Present

Institute for Continuing Education Family Advisory Committee

Member

1984 - Present

Family Mediation Council

Member

1979 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Attorney Discipline Board, Fellow of Foundation

1979 - Present

Family Law Section of State Bar of Michigan

Member

1979 - Present

Washtenaw County Bar Association

Past President

2013 - 2014

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - Michigan Chapter

President

Education

1978

Wayne State University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1971

Michigan State University

A.B. with honors

Speaking Engagements

2015

Fundamentals of Divorce

Negotiations & Settlement

2013

Fundamentals of Divorce Practice

What to Expect in Court

2012

Seeking Change - August 6, 2012 Collaborative Practice

2011

Fundamentals of Handling Divorce Cases Negotiations, ADR and Settlement

2011

AAML Advanced Family Seminar

Traits of a Negotiation Super Star

2010

Reducing Hostility in Divorce Cases Defusing Conflict in Divorce

2010

Family Mediation Council Annual Meeting

Update of Collaborative Practice

2010

Advantages of Collaborative Practice Agreement

Disclaimer in Collaborative Practice Agreements

2010

3rd Annual Master Class Advanced Mediation Training

Advanced Mediation

2009

Practice Strategies for a Down Economy Rainmaking in Drought Conditions

2009

Handling Divorce Cases in Michigan

Divorce Systems for Lawyers

2008

ICLE Family Mediation Training

Mediation Coach

2008

Family Law Institute

Discovery of Mental Health Records

2008

AAML Advanced Family Law Seminar

Move-Aways in a Distressed Economy

2007

ICLE Advanced Negotiation Skills Institute

Domestic Relations Arbitration

Publications

2015

Michigan Lawyers Weekly New Collaborative Practice Act

2011

2011

ABA Commission on Women in The Road to Independence

2011

The Road to Independent - ABA Building Your Law Practice

2011

Institute of Continuing Education (Michigan) Divorce Cases in Michigan

2010

Collabortive Chronicles Providing Efficient and Economical Service using Collaborative Practice

2003

ABA Family Law Section Dividing the Property

2001

Lawyer's Weekly Why Lawyers Should mediate

Languages

English

Activity

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