Steven A. Reed

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Steven A. Reed

also known as Steve Reed

4.6
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 33 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Ann Arbor, MI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Mediation, Child Custody ... +2 more

2178 S. State Street, Suite A, Ann Arbor, MI

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About Steven

Biography

Ann Arbor lawyer focusing on divorce, custody, child/spousal support, property division & mediation.

Ann Arbor lawyer focusing on divorce, custody, child/spousal support, property division & mediation.

Ann Arbor lawyer focusing on divorce, custody, child/spousal support, property division & mediation.

Ann Arbor lawyer focusing on divorce, custody, child/spousal support, property division & mediation.

Ann Arbor lawyer focusing on divorce, custody, child/spousal support, property division & mediation.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 65%

65%
Child Custody 10%

10%
Child Support 10%

10%
Mediation 10%

10%
Litigation 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 33 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1992

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Reed Law Group, P.C.

2178 S. State Street, Suite A, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104

reedlawgrouppc.com/family-law/divorce/

Online Presence

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Steven A. Reed's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by "Charles" | February 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Outstanding representation

I retained Mr. Reed several years back in a child custody dispute. I was very impressed with Mr. Reed's responsiveness and effectiveness. He was tough as nails when he needed to be and offered honest opinion on how to resolve the dispute in the best interest of the child. I would recommend him to an...yone, especially for fathers. His rates were also very reasonable.

Posted by Sadie | August 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Amazing

I met Steve at one of the lowest and hardest times in my life. My ex-husband was trying to take my daughter from me and I thought I had no hope. Steve gave me hope. He was willing to tackle every barrier we had. He wasn't willing to sit back and watch my daughter suffer. He didn't just fight for me b...ut my daughter. Thank you!

Posted by Kristen | December 02, 2012 | Child Custody

AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING LAWYER!!!!!

I hired Steven Reed to help me with some post judgement matters. My father was my atty., but he does plaintiff's personal injury, and the opposing party did not take my father seriously as my attorney. He would return things and title them "response to Plaintiff's father's request," and he would addr...ess all of his correspondance to "the grandfather" My father is great at what he does, but he couldn't continue to take time away from his own practice to play these silly games. My child is everything to me, so I knew I needed to call in the "big guns." I have used Steven several times throughout the years, and this man is an amazing advocate. At first, I didn't get why he was doing things (I am a third year law student and we think we know everything); he told me to be patient to get the results that I want. The opposing party constantly hararssed me, and it was so hard for me to keep my mouth shut. Steven reminded me that when I become a lawyer, I will face this type of behaivor all the time, and he taught me how to practice restraint. I have gotten all the results I have asked for and more. He is aggressive, he doesn't take any crap, and he tries to handle matters in a cost effective way. I was worried that my school schedule was not going to allow me to be present for a very important hearing, and I emailed Steven with my concern. I barely hit send, and there was a response from him already. I couldn't believe it. He sent me a notice of hearing so that I could show the dean, and he offered to appear for me if I was not allowed to attend. Erin Mash, his associate, is a wonderful attorney who will take the time to speak with you, explain things, and her friendly dispostion calmed me down several times. I am a third year law student, and I think I know everything, so I gave her a hard time about one of the motions she drafted. She made the corrections, Steve examined it, and they made sure it was drafted to my satisfaction. His associate, Erin, never appeared resentful because of my comments, and she took what I had to say and acted accordingly. He is expensive, but he tries to cut down costs where he can. You get what you pay for, and you get a great lawyer!!!!! I can't say enough about Mr. Reed, he is a great advocate. He will listen to your objective, and he will do everything he can to achieve that goal for you. If you want a bulldog who will get results, you want Steven Reed. If his prices scare you, think of it as an investment. He will get you results that will be life changing. He is worth every penny!

Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2012 | Child Custody

Well-recommended

Mr. Reed practices family law. I came to him during my custody battle and was very satisfied with his services.

Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2026 | Child Custody

Do BETTER

So you specialize more so in the divorce situations. And I also see that you do children court stuff as well. Not as much as divorce by your lil stat wheel you have. But here is what I want to know. Do you believe in reunification for the mother? From what I see through the eyes of a mother that you ...took her babies from. If she didn't have mental illness then, she certainly does now. I hope you do your complete evaluations before deciding with the father in this. So many of you lawyers don't see the WHOLE Picture. You see only WHAT you want to see, even if it isn't true, you still side with father I see. Do better. HOW BOUT THAT! Stop ripping babies from their mothers you goofys, especially if she WANTS to be a mother. Instead maybe put resources out to that mother. So she could DO BETTER for her babies!! Not lawyers though, they are all about flipping worlds upside-down. SHAME ON YOU ALL

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Steven A. Reed's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rachel Kelley

Mediation lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I recently used Attorney Reed to mediate a child custody matter. I am not an Ann Arbor lawyer. There is always a bit of anxiety when you choose a mediator that you are not personally familiar with, but I must say, my anxiety was wholly misplaced. Mediator Reed did an excellent job working with both parties and aide them in making an agreement. This was not a simple case to resolve, and he did it! I would highly recommend him to any attorney seeking a domestic relations mediator in the Ann Arbor area and beyond!"

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John Kline

Litigation lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Steve. I have frequently been opposing counsel to Steve and I respect Steve’s trial skills. I know that Steve will be prepared, ethical, make well-reasoned legal arguments, and not waste the Judge’s time with trivial matters. Although having Steve as opposing counsel is always an intellectual challenge, I look forward to having him as opposing counsel because he knows what he is doing and makes the trial process work smooth and efficiently by closely following the Court Rules and Rules of Evidence."

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Gregory Dodd

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve Reed is one of the lawyers I respect the most. He is diligent and has helped many people. He is also an excellent manager of his firm. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Steven. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Marian Faupel

Family lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve Reed is one of the premiere attorneys in Washtenaw County. He understands family dynamics and family law. Steve also has strong ties to various experts in the field from psychologists and evaluators to accountants and private investigators. Every case seems to get the same level of careful attention from Steve. In fact, while an attorney may have a very busy practice, a client's case is the "only" case to that client (and Steve knows that). Steve constantly tracks appellate decisions and is always current on the law. Because of this, we often have animated discussions about cutting line issues. While he is a zealous advocate for his clients, Steve also does mediation. In the midst of high conflict, he sees solutions. I recommend Steve highly."

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Karen Sendelbach

Family lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is thorough, compassionate, prepared, honest and reasonable."

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Kaylon Wilson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Cameron Miller

Family lawyer

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John Kline

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer - Family Law, Super Lawyers

2019

Recognizing Excellence in Family and Divorce Law, Lawyers of Distinction

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

20 Best Attorneys - Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

BV, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Family Law certificate program, Family Law Certificate Program, Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Owner, Reed Law Group, PC

2009 - 2011

General Counsel, Cephalon, Inc

Associations

2016 - Present

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Collaborative Practice Institute of Michigan

Member

State Bar of Michigan

Member

Washtenaw County Bar Association

Member

State Bar of Michigan, Appellate Practice Section

Member

United States Supreme Court

Admitted to Practice

United States Court of Appeals Sixth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

United States Eastern District of Michigan

Admitted to Practice

United States Western District of Michigan

Admitted to Practice

State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section

Member

2014 - 2019

Tri-County Sportsman League

President

Education

1991

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

Eastern Michigan University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Refuse to be a Victim Seminar

Refuse to be a Victim

2013

Divorce in Michigan

Divorce in Michigan

2012

Free Seminar

Divorce in Michigan

2011

Divorce in Michigan 2011

Divorce Information

Languages

English

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