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 Loren | May 22, 2011

Very pleased with her services

We are very pleased with Susan Widenbaum’s services. We have been using her for many years. She has been very honest with us, saved us money, and explained everything to us.

Posted by Jeff | May 03, 2011 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce client

Ms. Widenbaum was very professional and direct in all matters of my divorce. She will definitely be referred by me in the future. She was always prepared, and always there when I had questions about anything.

Posted by Mark W. | January 26, 2011 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Happy with results

I came to Ms. Widenbaum regarding traffic tickets. She was very understanding to my kissues, and fought very agressively for my rights. She had a great deal of concern for my situation.

Posted by Ruthann | January 17, 2011

Bankruptcy Review

Susan explained everything in regards to my situation and how she would tend to it. Everything she stated that would happn, did happen. I couldnt have been more pleased with Susan and the outcome. I would highly recommend Susan with any issue.

Posted by Sharon | September 26, 2010 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Very Satisfied

I first retained Susan in 2004, and, again in 2009 for bankruptcy. She worked diligently on my case, even finding her at her office late a night working hard. Susan always returned my calls, and, answered all my questions. This was a devastating experience for me, and, she alleviated my fears. S...he never let me down in anyway, she is honest, and, tells you like it is, not what you just want to hear. Her professionalism is beyond compare. I needed her assistance again recently, and, if needed in the future, she will be the lawyer of my choice. I highly recommend her.

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James Frederick

Probate lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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