Jennifer Michelle Paine

Jennifer Michelle Paine

4.3
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at Novi, MI
Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning, General Practice

39555 Orchard Hill Place, Suite 600, Novi, MI

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023
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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 17 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2008

Discipline suspension

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

Pinnacle Family Law

39555 Orchard Hill Place, Suite 600, Novi, MI, 48375

Pinnacle Family Law

250 Monroe Avenue NW, Suite 400, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504

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Jennifer Michelle Paine's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

58 Client Reviews

Showing 46 - 50 of 58 reviews

Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Jennifer is Amazing!

I hired Jennifer for my parenting time case. She actually takes time out of her day if I have any questions. She is a wonderful person who truly cares about her clients. Very professional!

Posted by Karen | February 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Awesome

Jennifer is a wonderful lawyer. What she had don't for me and my family is beyond what a lawyer will do. She takes the time to get to know you and then is there for you whenever. Jennifer will not stop fighting for your case. Jennifer is honest and will explain every step she is doing. I was recommen...ded to her by a friend and from the first time I talked with her she has been fabulous. To her when she takes you on as a client you become family to her.

Posted by Ashley | February 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

Jennifer represented me throughout my divorce. She was nothing less than exceptional! She listened, answered questions and gave sound advice throughout the process. She made the process a lot easier and I was pleased with the outcome! I would highly recommend Jennifer to friends and family!

Posted by James | February 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best Lawyer Around

Jennifer was referred to us by a family friend who is also an attorney. We are so glad she was! I have never had a better experience (currently ongoing) with anyone in my life. She is always up to date with our case.. always willing to take time out of her VERY busy day to answer questions in a timel...y manner. I would recommend Jennifer to anyone looking for a family law attorney.

Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing

Jennifer was a very professional lawyer, interested in helping me through a difficult divorce. She did her research and knew exactly what needed to be done. She made a very stressful situation less stressful for me. She was available anytime I needed her and always responded with answers to my questi...ons very quickly. Thanks for all your help.

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Jennifer Michelle Paine's Lawyer Endorsements

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Olivia Sheppard

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jennifer and I worked closely on a custody case together in which the client filed the case in my state and the opposing filed against the client in Jennifer's state. Jennifer works hard for her clients. Without hesitation, I endorse this lawyer."

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Milica Filipovic

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Paine is passionate, witty, and zealous. She is outspoken and truly appears to care about her clients. There is no better advocate than one that invests in her clients, and Ms. Paine does so with every case she takes on."

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Laura Gabel

Family lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She goes above and beyond for her clients."

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Dion Roddy

Family lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer is a great family lawyer. She knows the law well and has a keen eye toward her client's interests. I recommend her for any and all family matters."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Disbarment issued in MI, 2023

updated on 10/31/2023

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the State Bar of Michigan to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Interim Suspension issued in MI, 2022

updated on 01/11/2023

Interim suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.

Interim Suspension issued in MI, 2022

updated on 04/27/2023

Interim suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.

Interim Suspension issued in MI, 2022

updated on 01/11/2023

Interim suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.

Honors

2020

Michigan Rising Star, FindLaw

2020

Top Women Attorneys in Michigan, Hour Detroit Magazine

2019

Michigan Rising Star, FindLaw

2019

Top Women Attorneys in Michigan, Hour Detroit Magazine

2018

Michigan Rising Star, FindLaw

2017

Michigan Rising Star, FindLaw

2016

Michigan Rising Star, FindLaw

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner, Pinnacle Law Group

2009 - 2016

Senior Litigator, Cordell & Cordell

2008 - 2009

Attorney, Abood Law Firm, PA

Associations

2009 - Present

Women Lawyers Association of Michigan (WLAM)

Member

2009 - Present

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section

Member

Education

2008

Michigan State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Albion College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2020

IICLE Handbook Family Law Causes of Action

2019

IICLE Handbook Grandparenting Time

2018

IICLE Handbook Attorney Fee Agreements

Languages

English

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