Kayleen P. Hendler

Kayleen P. Hendler

4.8
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lapeer, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

PO Box 476, Lapeer, MI

About Kayleen

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 20%

Divorce, child custody,child support, parenting time complaints

23 years

20%
DUI and DWI 12%

29 years

12%
Estate Planning 5%

Wills, living wills, trusts, Power of attorney

31 years

5%
Probate 3%

Probate administration, Guardianship/conservatorship, Neglect/Abuse cases

29 years

3%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 32 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1993

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Kayleen P Hendler

PO Box 476, Lapeer, MI, 48446

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Kayleen P. Hendler's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

5 star (4) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
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Posted by STEVEN | February 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney!

Highly satisfied with my experience. Kayleen did everything she could to ensure the best possible outcome on my behalf. Very professional all around, and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone needing a criminal defense lawyer!

Posted by Michelle | February 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent attorney

Kayleen Hendler is thorough and tough! She gets the job done and comes highly recommended!!!!

Posted by Garrett | February 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wonderful Experience

Kayleen was a constant comfort throughout my dealings with the court (and afterwards during my probation). She was able to convince the judge to reduce my charges to the minimum level and fought for permission to allow me to leave the state (during my probation) on official school-related and career-...development trips. She was always prompt and responsive through phone and email. Her services as an attorney are invaluable, but what puts her head and shoulders above others was her ability to reassure me and ensure my peace of mind at every turn. Her legal expertise and comforting nature were and still are things that I am incredibly grateful for. She took a potentially-terrifying situation and turned it into a surprisingly wonderful experience.

Posted by Grateful | August 7, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Took felony charge down too first offense misdemeanor.

Miss Hendler took the time to understand the situations leading up to my drunk driving crime against public safety and took the facts and instead of the system destroying me found away for it to help me. i am sure this was no easy task. she let me know what i needed to do and took the time with the p...rosecutors until she could get me the best deal. i was very impressed with miss Hendlers organizational skills and her great communication in and around the court room. i am very grateful for all she did in my case. she stayed in contact with me thru out the proceedings. When Miss Hendler came to me after speaking with the prosecutors office and explained what she had done i was overwhelmed with great relief. I am not sure but Her work done was of divine intervention. I was blessed to have had her for a Lawyer. Miss Hendler was court appointed to me. This was about the Law and Miss Hendler held nothing back in my case and am sure anyone hiring Her will be totally satisfied.I was in a position to watch her work more than just my case as i sat in court room waiting my turn. sincerely Grateful

Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2014

BEST OF THE BEST

Kayleen Hendler has represented me many times. I have had numerous criminal cases including habitual felony charges ,probation violations and a CPS Foster Case. Recently I retained Mrs. Hendler to represent my case for drivers license restoration in which I am excited to say was a success. I have ...never been so confident in a lawyer. She knows exactly what shes doing. It is not Mrs. Hendlers style to take your money and cross her fingers in court. She will take the time to get to know you, your background and the person that you really are, not the person that you are on paper. She will gather more information and facts than the average lawyer to strengthen your defense. (I've had many many lawyers. Many, many cases.) Mrs. Hendler makes communication a priority. She returns calls, emails and is always willing to meet in person to discuss the case and/or collect information. Best quality of Kayleen Hendler is that she doesn't "talk the talk". This lawyer actually "walks the walk". I've had overconfident lawyers attempt to represent me and it was the worst thing ever. Nobody needs a lawyer that makes the case about them and take it as a personal challenge. Mrs. Hendler cares deeply about her clients and their families. Kayleen Hendler is the one and only lawyer that I recommend. To give you a slight insight on how or why I needed Kayleen Hendler so many times I will tell you that I was a severe alcoholic for a handful of years. I was also on prescription medication which does not mesh well together. I've had many scary felony cases including one with a maximum sentence of LIFE in prison if convicted on ALL charges. Mrs. Hendler was always at my side. Giving me guidance along the way. Keeping me informed. Answering all my repetitive questions. Doing her best to keep me calm and collected while going through all the processes of my cases. I was scared but very confident in Mrs. Hendler. Everyone has different circumstances involved in their cases. Everyone is different. Anyone with a criminal case should expect some form of consequence. From my experiences with Mrs. Hendler I can honestly say that I have been granted bond when I didn't think it was possible. I have had sentencings that I should not have returned home to afterwards. Mrs. Hendler was amazing in my CPS/Foster case. My daughter was returned to me. It was a neglect case due to my drinking and my criminal charges and record. I have never felt failed by Kayleen Hendler in any way. She has always gone above and beyond. I know that she will do the same for you.

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Kayleen P. Hendler's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joshua Hadley

Family lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kayleen is dedicated to fighting for her clients while striving to achieve a fair and just outcome."

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Geoffrey Stuart

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kayleen is always well prepared, cordial and trustworthy in representation of clients. She is a good litigator who goes the extra mile for her clients."

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Shannon Price

Family lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Kayleen for nearly 10 years,working both together and as opposing counsel in criminal, family, and probate matters. She approaches each case intelligently and with a clear sense of her clients needs. She has a strong understanding of the interplay between different areas of law and uses it to exact the results that are best for her clients. She is professional towards and cooperative with the courts and other attorneys. She is always responsive and willing to work together to come to a beneficial solution for all parties. Her preparedness and work ethic are why I have looked to her for advice and guidance in many types of cases. She takes the reputation of the legal profession seriously, and is an asset to the local community."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

1993

American Jurisprudence Award for Trial Practice, University of Detroit Law School

Work Experience

1996 - Present

owner, Law Office of Kayleen P Hendler

Associations

2015 - Present

Lapeer County Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

1993 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

2015 - 2016

Lapeer County Bar Association

President

2015 - 2017

National Association of Professional Wormen

Member

2014 - 2015

Lapeer County Bar Association

Vice President

Education

1993

University of Detroit School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Mercy College of Detroit

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Speaking Engagements

2019

Career Day

Criminal Defense Issues

Languages

English

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