Dana M. Constand

Dana M. Constand

4.1
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 11 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Grosse Point Farms, MI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Estate Planning ... +3 more

21 Kerchval Avenue Suite 260, Grosse Point Farms, MI

About Dana

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

Attorney Constand will help resolve all manner of divorce and separation issues including parenting, complex property issues and spousal/child support.

30%
Estate Planning 20%

Guardianship | Estate planning & administration | Probate | Trusts | Wills | Power of Attorneys | Medical Power of Attorneys

20%
Family 20%

Attorney Constand a is knowledgeable and compassionate family law attorney handling all types of family law cases, including divorce, asset division, child custody and support, and parenting time.

20%
Child Custody 10%

Child Custody cases Attorney Constand is determined to hear you out while she is successful in achieving the results you are looking for. I will help put the child's needs first

10%
Child Support 10%

I will help with achieving fair and equitable support for children whether you are the one filing, or you are the one owing.

10%
Guardianship 10%

When your loved one needs help managing money or making medical decisions and residential tasks, I'm happy to join the team and take care of the legal needs so you can take care of your family.

10%

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 11 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2014

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Family Focus Law

21 Kerchval Avenue Suite 260, Grosse Point Farms, MI, 48236

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Dana M. Constand's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

5 star (10)
4 star (0)
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1 star (3)

Posted by anonymous | January 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Biased

I talked to her and hired her for a child custody issue but I believe she cared less to do her job and truly protect myself as a father. She was saying that it is the best she can do. After all was done and said I believe she was bias with the mother and against me... even thou she was my attorney,... and she was paid well. Be aware!

Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I was very disappointed

She promised me something and told me how she will achieve that, but after I hired her, she did little to nothing and she let me down a lot. Be advised!

Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She agreed on a plan, she promise to try certain things and once hired she cared less.

Hired her for a child support issue. We talked and she told me how she sees my situation (not an easy one), I shared with her my plan and what I want to accomplish, and she told me that she would try to accomplish most of it. She said that she has the experience and that it will not be easy but she... can try to deliver (she also shared some of her plan to accomplish those things). Once hired her efforts were late and minimal, in the end, I had to settle because almost nothing of what she initially agreed on was done (but she did one decent discovery/motion). She helped me with the calculation but not to my benefit either and overall it is my opinion that she did not have my best interest in mind but she billed me excessively. The bills were not detailed and according to my calculations, she spent more time on the phone with the opposing counselor than with me.... Overall I do not recommend her at all!

Posted by Jennifer | October 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thorough, responsive, empathetic - would highly recommend

We were referred to Dana when seeking guardianship of our grandson. She listened patiently to our story, and was very responsive throughout the process. We appreciated her thoroughness in explaining the various steps involved in guardianship, and her empathy in answering not only our questions but ...our daughter's questions as well. At the actual guardianship hearing, Dana was very professional and helped put us at ease. We would highly recommend Dana for family legal matters.

Posted by Elizabeth | May 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She helped me make sound decisions.

I am forever grateful for the help I received from Ms. Constand during my divorce. It was not an easy divorce, but she helped me to make decisions that looked at the future for my children and myself. She has continued to lend helpful advice through the years and most of all helped me bring a long pe...riod of my life to a close with the ability to start new. She provided all the support I needed during court appearances, on time and always prepared. Thank you for everything Ms. Constand!

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Dana M. Constand's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Underwood

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse Ms. Constand without reservation. She is knowledgeable, compassionate and effective. She is a strong advocate for her clients."

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S. Compton

Family lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had the pleasure of opposing Ms. Constand in a very complex divorce case between our two clients. I was extremely impressed with Ms. Constand's tenacity, professionalism, and empathy for her client. In the end, the case was amicable to the parties as to all issues, but I sincerely felt Ms. Constand was relentless as to her client's rights, and was exceptional to work with. As a fellow practitioner, I would recommend Ms. Constand to anybody looking for stern advocacy and tremendous client-empathy. She is a credit to our profession as well as a wonderful human being. Any client will have a true advocate and winner in choosing to hire Dana Constand in their divorce/custody litigation"

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Natalia Sarraf

Family lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dana is a hardworking, passionate woman who will do right by her clients. I had the privilege of working with her during law school and she was a strong advocate for her clients."

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Jennifer Norman

Family lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Demey is an exceptional attorney. I have had the pleasure of working with her on both family law cases as well as requests for personal protection orders. She provides the perfect balance of intelligence and compassion. She is dedicated to obtaining the best possible outcomes for her clients, but she never loses sight of the person behind the case. Ms. Demey is not only a skilled and effective litigator in the courtroom; she is also an excellent negotiator. Her professional, yet approachable demeanor allows her to work well with her clients as well as opposing counsel. I endorse Ms. Demey, with no reservations."

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Gregory Klich

Family lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dana is an intelligent attorney that always has her client's best interest in mind. She has handled the toughest of situations. I highly recommend Dana as your attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Dana M. Constand, PLLC (dba Family Focus Law)

2014 - 2015

Associate, Pitler Family Law & Mediation

1994 - 2015

Artist/Owner, Wishing Bear Studio

Associations

2017 - Present

K-9 Rescue League

Board of Directors

2014 - Present

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Macomb County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Grosse Pointe South Choir Boosters

Volunteer Team Leader

Education

2014

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Fine Arts

Languages

English

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