Jennifer Michelle Paine

Jennifer Michelle Paine

4.2
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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4.2 /5.0

60 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 29 reviews | Advocacy

Posted by Ebony | January 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney

She is Great! I strongly recommend!

Jennifer is great at what she does. Her compassion and knowledge of her craft helped ease my mind in a custody situation that could've and would've been otherwise overwhelming and stressful. I would recommend her to anyone in a situation similar to mine, but especially for the person who isn't famili...ar with the court process and that may be intimidated by the court process/experience. She'll help ease all of your cares and worries. I didnt even have to speak. She came in and handled everything in a professional and knowledgeable manner. She responded to my text messages and calls! It wouldn't have been the same without her. Thank you Jennifer! You're Great!

Posted by K.S. | September 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney

CAME HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Pinnacle Family Law was highly recommended to me by a family friend, who said Jennifer Paine is a fierce and dedicated attorney who will work hard for your case. That's exactly what I needed.  Jennifer went above and beyond my expectations from the very first meeting, taking time on a Saturday to me...et with me to discuss the details of my case, and construct a plan going forward. She is available any time I have a question, no matter how small it may seem, she is always there with either a legal answer, or a special encouragement.  My case has been a mess since day one, but it never intimidates Ms. Paine. She has a wealth of legal knowledge, that she freely shares whenever I have a concern or question, and her true compassion for my family and our situation shines through every time we talk.  Ms. Paine is the type of attorney you need on your side when you feel like you have no hope. We are still working together for my case, and I have full confidence that she will see me through these issues. When you're dealing with issues in Family Court, not only do you need an attorney who knows the law, and can fight for you, you need someone with empathy and compassion. You get that, and more with Jennifer Paine.  I highly recommend Jennifer Paine at Pinnacle Family Law, and encourage anyone who needs legal assistance to contact her.  Thank you Jennifer, for everything you've done and everything you continue to do for my family

Posted by Jarres | September 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney

A GEM

I am a client of Ms. Jennifer Paine. I had the pleasure to experience a dedicated, accurate, considerate, pleasant, caring, lawyer who help me gain custody of my three sons whom were getting abuse and before I was bless to hire Ms. Jennifer Paine services  I wasn't being heard at all in court! So Pin...nacle family law firm you guys have a jewel on y'all team and she's invaluable!! I RATE THE SERVICE I RECEIVED A 5 ACROSS THE BOARD! THANK YOU PINNACLE FAMILY LAW FIRM!

Posted by anonymous | April 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Very Poor

Jennifer M Paine represented me in my divorce. Jennifer was timid and appeard afraid to challenge my spouses attorney. she failed to respond to many of the outrageous claims my ex wife made. Ultimately i ended up losing my house half of my retirement all home furnishing and most importantly i lost cu...stody of my children. My ex got to keep her retirement and the house and furnishings. Jennifer talks a good game but actual results were disappointing, she also failed to allow anything about my wife’s affair to be brought up in court although my wife called me everything she could dream up. My suggestion is to stay away from this attorney find someone with confidence and the ability to win a case.

Jennifer Paine

Replied last April 04, 2018

Dear Anonymous: We are sorry to see your review. It is unclear to us that you are a client of the firm or, if you are, which client you are. However, if you contact our office, we will be happy to set aside time to discuss your case with you at no cost to you. This would include the outcome, options you have going forward, and the typical "offset" method for retirement account divisions in a divorce,which is something you raise here. Do not hesitate to reach out to us!

Posted by Jason | April 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney

She has been great so far in my case

So far in my case Jennifer has been amazing. She has listened to all my request and has followed thru on a timely manner. I feel that by the end of my case I will have everything I wanted and will be able to look back on an amazing attorney that helped me get what I want with my child.

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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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