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4.7 /5.0
8 Client Reviews
$ 275-375 per hour
About Starla
Biography
I am an experienced Divorce Specialist offering legal services in the areas of divorce, custody, child support, alimony and spousal support, parenting time and review of post-judgment issues.
Family law issues create significant stress and anxiety.
Be sure you obtain your legal advice from a lawyer who specializes in this area and can offer both compassionate advice and aggressive representation to assure that your legal rights are protected.
Initial consultations are free in most new cases.
Consultations offer relief for anxiety that is often caused by those "unknown answers" that are created by wondering how and if to make a major change in your life.
If you need accurate family and divorce law legal advice, call today to schedule a consultation.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
40%
33 years
Child Custody
20%
33 years
Child Support
20%
33 years
Family
20%
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Michigan for 31 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 30 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Starla D. Zehr, P.C.
Sashabaw Law Center, 4345 Meigs Ave., Ste B, Waterford, MI, 48329
starlazehrdivorcespecialist.com/STARLA D ZEHR, PC
(248) 674-7570
Fax
4345 Meigs Ave Ste B, Waterford, MI, 48329
starlazehrdivorcespecialist.com/Online Presence
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Posted by anonymous | December 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
2016 Client - Divorce and Non-Trial Settlement for Mom of 2 Small Children
Starla Zehr helped me navigate the divorce process that included 2 small children within the Oakland County, Michigan court system. I was grateful to have had her expertise and ear when it came to representing me and my best interests. She always took into account my overall situation and presented m...
Posted by Steve | January 06, 2010 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Starla D. Zehr
Starla was informative, and knowledgeable. She give excellent advice and kepted me up to date on the case and the outcome. I felt like my voice was being heard and she took my worries away. I would call her first for any other mater that I would need legal assistance with.
Starla D. Zehr's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Attoreny Zehr is one of the finest family law attorneys in her state. I highly recommend her legal services."
"I endorse this lawyer. Starla is an excellent attorney who represents her client’s aggressively with zeal. I would recommend her to anyone seeking assistance in divorce and family law."
"Starla aggressively represents her clients, while maintaining the respect of both bench and bar. Her straightforward, no-nonsense style serves her clients well. Starla uses her extensive experience obtain favorable outcomes in her cases."
Alisa Peskin-Shepherd
Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 08
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Starla Zehr is a highly effective and knowledgable family law attorney. She is able to aggressively pursue her client's position while maintaining objectivity and respectfulness. Starla knows how to get the job done! Her qualities benefit both her clients as well as counsel with whom she works which is essential in the family law arena. I endorse Starla Zehr without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. Starla is an exceptional family law attorney that has earned the respect of her colleagues and the loyalty of her clients through years of hard work and dedication. She is an exceptional advocate for those that she represents and anyone needing assistance on a family law issue would be wise to consult with her."
"Starla Zehr has proven herself time and again in the Divorce arena. She is professional and dedicated to her clients well being. I have also referred clients to her when I have been presented with a conflict of interest and have not been able to proceed with a case."
"I have had two cases with Ms. Zehr. She is a very competent, zealous attorney who fights hard for her clients. It has been a pleasure to work with her. Anyone who is lucky enough to hire her will be please with their results!"
"Starla is an excellent attorney and I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Starla is top-notch. She energetically represents her clients with a rare blend of legal knowledge, courtroom skills and ethics."
"Recently, I worked on a divorce with Starla and had an opportunity to review her work product; in this case, a mediation summary. Her summary was well-organized, cogent and persuasive. I was impressed with how she presented her client's position. Although the marital estate in the matter was modest, Starla had put the time in to know her file; she was the most prepared attorney in the room. As a result, her client was well served. If I had a family member that needed excellent legal representation at a reasonable fee, this is the person I would contact."
"I endorse this lawyer's work without hesitation or reservation. I have know Ms. Zehr for in excess of 10 years, and am very familiar with the high quality of her legal work. She has earned, and is well deserving of, her excellent reputation as a highly competent and ethical practitioner in the legal community. I consider her to be extraordinarily effective in handling what are for her clients often highly emotional and very complicated personal and financial issues."
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Experience
Honors
2023
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1993
Certificate of Academic Excellence - Honors Convocation, Oakland University
1992
Certificate of Excellence in Oral Advocacy, Wayne State University Law School
1992
Certificate of Achievement Arthur Neef Moot Court Competition, Wayne State University Law School
1986
Certificate of Academic Excellence, Golden Key National Honor Society
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Owner/President, Starla D. Zehr P.C.
1989 - 2000
Associate, A. Lawrence Russell & Associates, P.C.
Associations
2001 - Present
Oakland County Bar AssociationMember
Education
1994
Wayne State University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Oakland University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Family Law Pro Bono Event
Family Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
At what age can a child decide who they wanna live with?
17 Mar 2017
Q&A
I'm curious about my legal rights at age 17 in the State of Michigan.
21 Mar 2017
Q&A
Can I sue my ex husband on legal fees?
19 Mar 2017