Susan F. Widenbaum

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Susan F. Widenbaum

also known as Susan F. Widenbaum

5.0
38 reviews
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Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 34 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Westland, MI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Probate, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense

33124 Warren Road, Westland, MI

About Susan

Biography

Aggressive, Experienced & Responsive Representation with Personal Attention

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 60%

36 years

60%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 15%

36 years

15%
Probate 15%

36 years

15%
Criminal Defense 10%

36 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 34 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1991

Active in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2012

Licensed in Illinois for 34 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1992

Voluntarily Inactive

Location

Law Offices of Susan F. Widenbaum, P.C.

33124 Warren Road, Westland, MI, 48185

michiganfamilylawpc.com/

Susan F. Widenbaum's Reviews

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Posted by Linda R. | September 10, 2013 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Great help with my Bankruptcy Case!

I am very pleased with the professional services I received from Mrs. Widenbaum and her legal staff. She handled my bankruptcy with compassion and understanding. She kept me informed of all matters involving my case, and took the time to explain and answer any questions. I look forward to contacti...ng Mrs. Widembaum for other legal matters in the future.

Posted by Brian | December 11, 2012

Fantastic Awsome 5 Star Lawyer

She told us step by step what we needed to do and what was going to happen. She helped us thru some hard time, gave great addvise and now were on the wright track again. You cant go wrong with Susan, she is the best at what she does!

Posted by Linda K | December 04, 2012 | Debt Collection

Very Personable!

I was very concerned about a financial dealing whereby I was owed a sum of money. Due to Mrs. Widenbaums Intelligent and caring approach I was able to resolve this issue. She has also helped me successfully, several times in the past. She was honest, and helpful, and understanding. I would refer h...er again to anyone. She's Great!

Posted by Colleen | November 04, 2012 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent Attorney

Ms. Widenbaum recently helped me with a traffic offense and I've consulted with her on many other matters. She was extremely efficient, professional, caring, knowledgeable, trustworthy, understanding and compassionate. She kept me informed about my case and explained things to me in a way that I cou...ld understand what was going on. She is very personable and seemed to know most people we came in contact with at the Courthouse. She is a diligent negotiator and very hard working. I'm glad she represented me and I don't think anyone could have done a better job then Ms. Widenbaum. I thank her for everything and I would highly recommend her to my friends and family.

Posted by Sean Swanson | May 13, 2012 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Bankruptcy Case Review

Susan Widenbaum is the best lawyer that has ever represented me. She is the most efficient, responsive and trustworthy lawyer and provides the best services to all of her clients. And she also kept me informed of everything I needed to do and what to expect with everything regarding my bankruptcy cas...e. I am VERY impressed with her services and I would definitely recommend her to everyone for any type of legal matters. I would definitely consider Ms. Susan Widenbaum as one of the BEST lawyers in the state of Michigan.

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James Frederick

Probate lawyer | May 13

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"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Susan for nearly 20 years and I have referred several clients to her. She is a skilled attorney that provides practical information for clients. I would recommend her services, and have done so for years."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2012.

Reprimand issued in MI, 2012

updated on 01/06/2013

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Work Experience

1991 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Susan F. Widenbaum, P.C.

1990 - 1991

Attorney, Lipson, Neilson, Jacobs & Cole, P.C.

1989 - 1990

Law Clerk, Hertz, Schram & Saretzski, P.C.

1987 - 1988

Law Clerk, Meklir, Schreier, Nolish & Freidman P.C.

Associations

Wayne County Family Law Bar Association

Member

Wayne County Probate Bar Association

Member

Women's Lawyer Bar Association

Member

Detroit Metropolitan Bar Association

Member

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

Wayne County Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

State Bar of Michigan

Member

Education

1990

Wayne State University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts Cum Laude

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