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I empower my clients to resolve their disputes and keep conflict at a miniumum during this traumatic time when they are reconfiguring their families.
My goal is to make each client satisfied that the best possible outcome was reached, using the most appropriate process for their situation. I believe that understanding, effective communication and compassion can create a path for resolution.
My professional activities reflect my commitment to conflict resolution without going to court, whenever possible. I have authored a textbook, "Divorce Cases in Michigan; A Systems Approach" for the Institute for Continuing Legal Education. I lecture frequently for ICLE and serve on their Family Law Advisory Board.
I am a founding member and vice president of the Collaborative Practice Institute of Michigan. I participate in the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, the Association for Conflict Resolution and The Association of Family and Conciliation Courts.
I am a Super Lawyer and a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. I serve as treasurer of the AAML - Michigan chapter. I am AV rated by Martindale Hubbell.
I am past president of the Ypsilanti Rotary Club, a Paul Harris Fellow and was named Lawyer of the Year in 2000 by the Ann Arbor North Rotary.
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Acquired: 1979
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121 W Washington St Ste 300, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104
40900 Woodward Ave., Ste. 111, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304
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Posted by Gloria | February 10, 2015
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...
Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2010
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
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
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...
Posted by anonymous | February 4, 2010
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...
"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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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
1994 - Present
Shareholder, Nichols, Sacks, Slank, Sendelbach & Buiteweg, P.C.
1977 - 1994
Attorney, Barr, Anhut & Sacks
2004 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2003 - Present
Collaborative Practice Institute of MichiganImmediate Past President
2000 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
1996 - Present
Institute for Continuing Education Family Advisory CommitteeMember
1984 - Present
Family Mediation CouncilMember
1979 - Present
State Bar of MichiganAttorney Discipline Board, Fellow of Foundation
1979 - Present
Family Law Section of State Bar of MichiganMember
1979 - Present
Washtenaw County Bar AssociationPast President
2013 - 2014
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - Michigan ChapterPresident
1978
JD - Juris Doctor
1971
A.B. with honors
2015
Negotiations & Settlement
2013
What to Expect in Court
2012
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2011
Traits of a Negotiation Super Star
2010
2010
Update of Collaborative Practice
2010
Disclaimer in Collaborative Practice Agreements
2010
2010
Advanced Mediation
2009
2009
Divorce Systems for Lawyers
2008
Mediation Coach
2008
Discovery of Mental Health Records
2008
Move-Aways in a Distressed Economy
2007
Domestic Relations Arbitration
2015
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