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4.9 /5.0
43 Client Reviews
$ 450-495 per hour
About Lorne
Biography
Lorne B. Gold’s law firm, in Bloomfield Hills, focuses on divorce and other matrimonial law matters. He is in his second term as President of the Michigan chapter of the prestigious American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). Every year since 2010, Superlawyers® magazine has recognized him as one of the state’s Top 100 lawyers. He is also recognized as a Best Lawyers in America as well as by US News &World Report, Crain’s Detroit Weekly, DBusiness and Law & Politics magazine as one of the region’s top divorce attorneys and top divorce law firms.
The Gold Law Firm differentiates itself through handling and resolving the most financially and emotionally complex divorces and family law matters. The state wide practice includes representation in the areas ofDivorce, Property Division, Child Custody, Parenting Time, Business Valuation, and Spousal and Child Support. Frequently, he is sought out to serve as a mediator in divorce cases.
Mr. Gold has been published both nationally and statewide. He is a frequent lecturer and commentator on family law and divorce . Gold served three terms as a Council Member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan. He was chair of its Family Law Journal,co-chair of its’Mid Summer Conference, and past chair of its’Continuing Legal Education committee. He is similarly active with many local and state bar, bench and interdisciplinary activities, including the Michigan Inter-Professional Associationon Marriage,Divorce and the Family and the Michigan Council for Divorce and Family Mediation. He also servesonthe planning committee for both the statewide Family Law Institute and the annual Family Law Forum.
Compassion & Experience In The Most Challenging Family Cases.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
29 years | 500 cases
Child Custody
25%
29 years | 500 cases
Family
25%
29 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2014 2012
Licenses
Licensed in Michigan for 31 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
The Gold Law Firm, PLLC
40900 Woodward Avenue, Suite 100, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304
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Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Attorney and Counselor
Lorne is a great attorney. He is tough when necessary, but also reasonable and fair. He won't drag out a case just to make more money. He discusses options and costs every step of the way, and he allows you to make sound decisions based on his advice. He is very knowledgeable of the law, and is smar...
Posted by Scott | February 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
Best Family Law Attorney in Michigan
I hired Lorne to handle a very complex family law matter when another attorney had failed. Lorne was not only able to understand and handle my case, he did so with tenacity and compassion. He is very well respected by both judges and mediators and he is respected and feared by opposing counsel. I...
Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Provides perfect responses to difficult situations
I first hired Lorne seven years ago for some post judgment matters after my original attorney retired, and I have been consulting with him about parenting time and custody matters ever since. Lorne always provides the perfect tone in response to a difficult, contentious, and often bitter ex-spouse....
Posted by ten | September 03, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Simply amazing
I was lucky to have Mr. Gold fight my divorce case. I was dealing with someone who was abusive and made threats to get me in trouble. Mr. Gold is the perfect lawyer to protect your interests. He got me out of an abusive situation and really protected my interests brilliantly. He will look after ...
Posted by Samantha | October 28, 2013 | Child Custody
Your Biggest Fan!
There are few people that I would entrust with the outcome of my child custody case - especially one originating from beyond US borders. This lawsuit presented unique challenges for myself and Mr. Gold, but he was the ever-present 'voice of reason' that keep me grounded and sane throughout. Lorne was...
Lorne B. Gold's Lawyer Endorsements
"Lorne is an outstanding lawyer. He is tenacious on his clients' behalf and achieves excellent results. He is the kind of attorney you want by your side when the chips are down."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Whenever I need to refer someone for an Oakland County Divorce, I do not hesitate to recommend Lorne B. Gold. He has that rare quality of the ability to listen. You will be well served by his services."
"Lorne is an intelligent, thoughtful person who brings these attributes to his practice of family law. He is highly knowledgeable in this area of practice. Lorne has excellent interpersonal skills enabling him to effectively serve the interests of his clients while maintaining strong, respectful relationships with other lawyers. He is well thought of by Family Court judges."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lorne Gold is one of the finest Family Law attorneys in the State of Michigan. He is highly respected for his knowledge of Family Law by both practitioners and judges in this area of the law. I have referred clients to Lorne in the past and I have always received very positive feedback. I have also selected Lorne to be co-counsel on prior occasions and he was a significant contributor in each of those cases. Lorne is not only a fine attorney, but he is also a tremendous individual. I give him my very highest endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lorne is an incredibly competent and compassionate attorney."
Laura Eisenberg
Family lawyer
Experience
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, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Lawyers in Michigan, Superlawers
2013
Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2013
Top Lawyers in Michigan, DBusiness
2013
Best Lawyers, Crain's Detroit Business
2013
Best Law Firms, US News & World Report
2013
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
N/A
Mark Family Leadership Award, Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner, The Gold Law Firm, PLLC
1994 - 2000
Assistant District Attorney, Oakland County Prosecutor's Office
Associations
2012 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Michigan chapter)Fellow
American Bar Association
Member
Oakland County Bar Association
Member
State Bar of Michigan
Member
Jewish Family Service of Metropolitan Detroit
Past Vice President & Board Member
Education
1994
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Michigan State University ,James Madison College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Michigan organizations (state)
Current Child Support Issues
N/A
Michigan organizations (state)
Fundamentals of Divorce Practice, Procedure and Discovery
N/A
Michigan organizations (state)
Annual Child Custody, Support & Parenting Time Update
N/A
Family Law Update
Unlocking the Secrets of the Parties' Computers
N/A
Family Law Institute
Electronic Discovery and Electronic Evidence in Family Law Matters
N/A
Family Law Institute
Electronic Discovery Issues in Family Law
N/A
Family Law Institute
Unique Issues Relating to the Admissibility of Electronically Stored Information in Family Law Matters
Publications
N/A
American Bar Association, The Family Advocate
Motions to Compel Electronic Discovery
N/A
American Bar Association, The Family Advocate
Anti Spoliation Letters to Opposing Counsel
N/A
Michigan Family Law Journal
Revised MCR 2.107
Languages
English
Activity
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