$ 300-350 per hour
I received my Juris Doctor degree from Cooley Law School in May 1986 with cum laude honors. I was hired by a firm in private practice in October 1987 and I am now a partner in the same firm. I specialize in Domestic Relations matters. In 2007 I completed the 40-hour class through the Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) to serve as a mediator. I have maintained classes to continue my status on the court list, with my most recent class in October 2020. I practice primarily in Genesee and Shiawassee Counties. I have previously served as the as chairperson of the Family Court Committee of the Genesee County Bar Association. I was also be the President of the Shiawassee County Bar Association for 2013-14.
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2377 South Linden Road, Ste. B, Flint, MI, 48532
18 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Family
Posted by Kimberly | June 30, 2015 | Family
Amazing
Mrs Dawes has recently represented me in a custody and change of domicle case. I was very pleased with her performance in the way she handled not only my case but the way she handled herself in the court room when my character as a mom came under attack. She was always in constant contact with me as ...
Posted by Sarabeth | February 15, 2015 | Family
HIGHLY RECOMMEND ATTORNEY DAWES
An attorney with experience,integrity, with a commitment to fight for what is fair and follows the laws to pursue justice for her clients. Attorney Dawes came highly recommended to me due to her diligent thorough works as a GAL and her detail and commitments to providing the utmost professional repr...
Posted by Mike | February 13, 2015 | Family
Great Attorney
I think Barb Dawes is a excellent attorney she is very caring and understanding, She maintains a professional manner and had myself and my childs best interest at hand. I thank you Ms Dawes for your time and advice.
Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2014 | Family
Professional and Caring Attorney
I am very thankful for Attorney Dawes. She not only had my best interest interests at heart, but also the interests of my child. She came to represent me in the middle of a very long child custody matter that started years ago with other attorneys representing me. Her balance of knowledge and car...
"I endorse this lawyer. Barbara is hard working and dedicated to her practice. She is also an excellent mediator."
"Barb and I worked on a tough case together a few years ago. Although issues popped-up post-judgment, Barb always brought a professional perspective to the problem-solving that is a big part of our industry. A solid and tough lawyer in Genesee County."
"Attorney Dawes is an excellent advocate for her clients. I know she pays special attention to the details of particular case and often times the details are the difference between a successful outcome and leaving court bitter."
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Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
2016 Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
1988
Pro Bono Publico Award, Legal Services of Eastern Michigan
2013 - Present
Partner, Henneke, Fraim & Dawes, P.C.
2000 - 2013
Partner, Henneke, McKone, Fraim & Dawes
1987 - 2000
Associate, Henneke, McKone, & Fraim
1986 - 1987
Judicial Clerk, City of Lansing
2017 - Present
Women's Lawyer's Association of MichiganMember
Member
Member
Member
1986 - 1986
State Bar of MichiganMember
Michigan Court of Appeals reversed the Circuit Court Judge
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
BS - Bachelor of Science
1981
A.A.S
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Family Law
2017
Crossroads of Divorce and Estates
2012
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