Heather L. Bendure

Heather L. Bendure

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 25 years

Family Lawyer at Grosse Pointe, MI
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

15450 East Jefferson Avenue,, Suite 100, Grosse Pointe, MI

About Heather

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 45%

Client-focused representation in all aspects of family law, including appeals, child custody, child support, domestic violence, divorce, paternity, post-judgment issues and property division. Trained in collabotrative law.

45%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 25 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2000

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Grosse Pointe Law Center, PLLC

15450 East Jefferson Avenue,, Suite 100, Grosse Pointe, MI, 48230

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Heather L. Bendure's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Steady and Strategic

I am extremely grateful for my attorney’s professionalism, strategic thinking, and steady guidance throughout a very challenging divorce. She is thoughtful, responsive, and knowledgeable, with a clear ability to balance legal precision and practical judgment. I especially appreciated her calm, measur...ed approach under pressure and her commitment to protecting both my legal interests and the broader/long-term context of my situation. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a collaborative, skilled, ethical, and dependable advocate.

Posted by Jen | January 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

She WILL Have Your Back

I retained Heather for post-judgment custody matter. She was nothing short of incredible. Throughout my entire case, she answered all of my questions promptly, gave me the truth and did not sugarcoat anything, and truly made me feel safe and secure during an extremely difficult and emotional proces...s to keep my children safe and protected. I am so happy I had her by my side, and she obtained the end result I desired in a much easier way than I ever imagined possible. My children and I are on a much better path and road because of Heather's representation.

Posted by Matthew | February 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Humorous, humane, and effective

Heather is incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to family law and what's best for kids in divorce situations. She's also hilarious, and really humane and fair, which was so appreciated during this difficult time. Of course, she was on my side, but I was grateful that she didn't work in an antagon...istic way towards the other side, but rather kept her counsel balanced and thoughtful. Highly recommend her!

Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Thank goodness I found her !

My only regret is that I found Heather too late. I consulted and hired her over a period of several years when dealing with a custody matter. She is an expert in Wayne County family court and the mediators that the Wayne county judges utilize. The thought of the court making final decisions about our... children makes my heart sink and Heather was able to guide us through so extremely muddy waters. I recommend her to everyone that is looking for a lawyer for divorce and family matters.

Posted by Heidi | May 22, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Caring, knowledgable attorney

During my first meeting with Ms. Bendure I felt comfortable and in good hands. I felt that she always had my best interest at heart and worked diligently to obtain the results that were best for me and my daughter. My telephone calls and emails were answered in a timely matter. Ms. Bendure provid...ed me with all the options to make an informed decision during my entire divorce process. My divorce provided some unique circumstances in which Ms. Bendure researched and provided the best possible results.

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Heather L. Bendure's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Bendure

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. as a compassionate and highly competent attorney in her fields of expertise"

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Alan Reiter

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Compassionate and thorough."

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Marjory Cohen

Family lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I recently faced her as opposing counsel on a difficult and contentious case. She was a formidable opponent, well-prepared and well-versed in the law, and a vigorous advocate for her client. At the same time, she is willing to work collaboratively to the extent possible."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2005 - 2008

Senior Trial Attorney, Ernst Law Firm

2004 - 2005

Senior Staff Attorney, Women's Justice Centner

2000 - 2004

Associate, Constitutional Litigation Associates

Associations

2008 - Present

Michigan Bar Association Family Law Section

2005 - Present

Michigan Association for Justice

Sample of Legal Cases

U.S. v. Koubriti, et. al

not guilty

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Education

1999

Wayne State University

JD

1996

Michigan State University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2009

Coalition of Labor Union Women Board Meeting

Obstacles Women Face in Divorce Proceedings

Languages

English

Activity

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