Dennis M. Germain

Dennis M. Germain

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 13 years

Family Lawyer at Shelby Township, MI
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation

48639 Hayes Rd Ste 9, Shelby Township, MI

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Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 325-325 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 13 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2013

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Dennis M Germain PLLC

48639 Hayes Rd Ste 9, Shelby Township, MI, 48315

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Dennis M. Germain's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

42 Client Reviews

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Posted by Cindy | June 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

10 STARS

Mr. Germain made my divorce almost look easy. I wondered why I hadn't done it years ago. He walked me through every step of the process, was extremely knowledgeable, reassuring and quick to follow up. He is very perceptive and compassionate. It was almost like having a big brother handle my case.... Have no reservations. If you are looking into any Family Law case, this is the attorney to call.

Posted by anonymous | May 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

5 Star Divorce Lawyer

Dennis went above and beyond in handling my divorce case. He was knowledgeable, professional, and executed all matters at a high level. I knew I could rely on him my entire case, he really made an effort to fight for me as a client. I would recommend him to anyone!

Posted by Michael | August 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thank you Dennis

Dennis from the first phone call on was great, made a difficult task of going through a divorce as comfortable as possible, highly recommend his services, he was extremely detailed, hard working and compassionate.

Posted by Frank | July 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Mr.

I retained Mr. Dennis M. Germain to represent me during divorce proceedings. In a few words, Dennis proved to be an honest, hard working family lawyer who made every effort to explain the intricacies of the divorce procedures. He did his best to minimize the difficulties and his advice proved to be... invaluable. He coordinated the necessary experts and tried to expedite the process avoiding additional costs and delays. Dennis is a gentleman and executed his professional responsibilities flawlessly. I am very pleased with the advice and direction he gave me resulting in a fair and equitable settlement.

Posted by anonymous | July 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thank Goodness I found him!!

I am a mother of three children.  Before I hired attorney Dennis Germain in my divorce case, I was stuck in a hole of which I thought there was no way out.   My ex-husband had strong armed himself into control over all of the marital finances, essentially destroying my credit, and placing me at his m...ercy with regard to basic financial needs; he had carried out a long complicated plan where he tricked me out of the marital home under the guise that he was selling it (yet he never actually did); he gained control over my involvement with our children (the same children that I raised as the primary homemaker); and he carefully coordinated a scenario that caused me to look crazy and helpless, by most objective observers on initial review, who did not know me.   In other words, he set the stage for me to be fighting with my hands tied behind my back.  He had ALL of the cards, ALL of the power, ALL of the finances, and a very believable story on his side.  I had NOTHING … only who I knew who I was but had lost somewhere in the process. When I made it to Dennis, I was scared, actually petrified and worried for the future, mostly when it came to my children and how I was possibly going to make it financially, having not worked outside the home or have anything to fall back on. I was at an all-time low. But Dennis stepped in and took over. He was upfront and honest. He told me the process was going to be a grueling and that I could not expect overnight results. He went through the facts piece by piece and began to unravel my ex-husband’s elaborate plan.  Dennis got in touch with witnesses (police officers, the real estate agent, military retirement experts, expert custody and mental health professionals, neighbors, etc.).  Dennis obtained affidavits, sent out subpoenas, sent out endless piles of discovery requests, and WOULD NOT STOP until my ex-husband provided every single document, and answered every single question under oath that Dennis requested.  Dennis filed document after document with the Court, gradually moving me to a better position.  He was able to get me an acceptable temporary monthly spousal support while the case was pending.   Ultimately he was able to organize the facts and financial data in organized spreadsheets to where I could make a better educated financial decision in the matter (something I was previously unable to do, because I was blocked access to such information from an ex-spouse being a bully). In the end, I was awarded a good custody arrangement where I am now again involved in our children’s lives like I am supposed to be and want to be, I was awarded spousal support, I was awarded child support that will increase as time goes on. I was awarded substantial portions of my ex-husband’s military pension, his federal pension, and virtually all of his federal thrift savings plan.  Dennis drafted an impenetrable judgment of divorce, of which I have had to enforce on multiple occasions, as my ex has had a difficult time letting go of his bullying tactics, and with Dennis’s consistent help and knowledge of the law, helped me fight and win consistently.  Dennis helped me out from under a miserable, hopeless, oppressive financial arrangement, to where I gained financial independence, am working, and going to school. I am in my children’s lives, moving forward in my future, and even getting a new home! You would probably not believe my story and it would take hours for you to fully understand it ... But Dennis took it on, weeded through the mess, and the soon to be ex-spouse who was being a complete bully. I cannot fully explain what Dennis did for me, except to say this, he literally helped bring me from that dark day when I first came into his office, to where I am today. I strongly recommend Dennis Germain’s divorce services. KS - Mother, Customer Service Rep, & Medical Assistant Student

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Dennis M. Germain's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Ricciardello

Family lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"My practice is in close proximity to Mr. Germain's. I have seen first hand how diligent he is in fighting for his clients. He leaves no stone unturned. I would not hesitate to send any of my clients to speak with Mr. Germain about their family law issues. He is a great attorney and I am happy to have him as a colleague."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney, who provides so generously to the AVVO community and gives sound legal advice."

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Randy Babi

Family lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Not only do I endorse this attorney, but I personally send my clients with family and divorce law issues to him. I know I can trust Dennis to get them the best possible outcome and they RAVE about his services."

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J. Catchick

Family lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Mr. Germain. He is an extremely well-respected, dedicated lawyer who holds that rare gift of actually caring about his clients."

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Shyler Engel

Family lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Dennis was on the other side in a very contentious matter. I was impressed by both his firm commitment to his client's goals and his varied legal knowledge. Further, I found that he offered meaningful creative suggestions that assisted in resolving our case quickly, saving both his client and mine significant attorney's fees."

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Kiel Roeschke

Family lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Germain is highly recommended!"

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Pamela Sossi

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Such a hard working attorney! Dennis really cares about his clients. A great quality that is hard to find these days."

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Sierra Koch

Family lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I recently met Dennis working on a case together. He did an excellent job. His pleadings were in great and he really cared about his client. I would recommend him to anyone in the area looking for a family law attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Michigan Rising Star - Family Law, Super Lawyers

2010

Cali Law Excellence for the Future Award, Family Law, Cali

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Owner, Best Inteterest Law (Family Law & Divorce)

2011 - 2013

Law Clerk, Attorney, Lady4Justice, PLLC (Family Law, Divorce)

2011 - 2011

Extern, Legal Aid & Defender Of Detroit (Divorce Clinic)

2011 - 2011

Student General Civil Mediator, Wayne Mediation Center

2010 - 2011

Law Clerk, Stillman Law Office

2009 - 2009

Extern, Wayne County Circuit Court (Family Division) - Judge Richard Halloran

2008 - 2010

Research Assistant, UDM Kresge Law Library

2008 - 2008

Legal Assistant, Stillman Law Office

2007 - 2007

Intern, Hoffman, Wartell, Bowyer & Midtgard (American Divorce Assoc. for Men)

Associations

2013 - Present

Macomb County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Macomb County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Member

2013 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

2008 - Present

State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section

Member

2013 - 2015

Oakland County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2013 - 2015

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2014

State Bar of Michigan, Appellate Practice Section

Member

2013 - 2014

State Bar of Michigan, Taxation Section

Member

2009 - 2011

University of Detroit Mercy, Student Family Law Organization

President, Founder

Sample of Legal Cases

2014 Mich COA No.317983

Succesfully Affirmed.

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Education

2011

University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

Juris Doctor

2008

Oakland Community College

Post Bachelor Paralegal

2005

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

Publications

Languages

English

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