$ 250-325 per hour
I focus on assisting families that are stuggling with various family law matters. I not only vigilanty represent individuals while navigating the emotional and legal processes they face, but I assist parties in mediating their disputes. My experience permits me to guide parties through the process of: divorce, separate maintenance, custody disputes, paternity actions, child support disputes, spousal support requests, property division, adoptions, marital settlement agreements, pre-nuptial agreements, and neglect proceedings.
$ 250-325 per hour
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Acquired: 1996
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Acquired: 1994
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535 S. Burdick Street, Suite 1, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007
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Posted by Steven | April 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Colleen has been there for me since day one of my family court matter and has gone way above and beyond for me.
Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Colleen is very professional and extremely knowledgeable in the area of family law. I highly recommend Colleen Markou!
Posted by Nikki | October 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Several months ago, I hired Colleen to represent me as I dealt with post divorce issues and parenting time disputes. Colleen and Catie have been exceptional from day one. They have been extremely professional by listening to my concerns, providing exceptional communication, and delivering me counsel ...
Thank you, Nikki. I am glad we are here you during this difficult time.
Posted by Niambi | May 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I hired Colleen Markou after my husband hired legal counsel for our divorce in 2019. She was very professional and listened during our consultation. She was very forthcoming and honest. She fought very hard for what was best for me in my marital situation. I believe she is worth every dime and th...
Posted by anonymous | April 5, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I didn't want to get a divorce, but when faced with it, I knew I needed a good attorney. Colleen and her staff were friendly and honest. They understood it wasn't an easy thing to do and gave fair counsel and answered questions as they came up. I never had to worry about them getting things done. Th...
"Colleen Markou is not only a zealous advocate and efficient litigator, she is also a highly effective mediator. She comes up with very unique resolutions and has a no nonsense approach. I endorse this lawyer fully."
"I endorse this lawyer. Colleen does a great job for her clients and I enjoy working with her on behalf of our clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Colleen is professional, diligent and highly competent. She does a wonderful job for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Colleen is a great advocate for her clients and always represents their interests passionately."
Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 26
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"I endorse this lawyer. Colleen is an impassioned advocate for her clients and is always well prepared."
"I endorse this lawyer. Colleen is a remarkable family law attorney. Colleen is able to balance passionate advocacy for her clients with reason and understanding in an area of law that is so emotionally fueled. Colleen is extremely knowledgable, thoughtful, strong and compassionate. I highly recommend Colleen."
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2015 - Present
Attorney, Colleen Markou Law PC
1997 - Present
Attorney, Stancati & Assoc, PLC
1994 - 1997
Law Clerk, Kalamazoo County Circuit Court
1988 - 1992
Credit Analyst, Gainer Bank
1997 - Present
Kalamazoo County Family Law Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Kalamazoo County Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2014 - 2016
Character and Fitness Committee, State Bar of MichiganMember
2013 - 2015
State Bar of Michigan Family Law CouncilMember
1998 - 2003
Kalamazoo Zoning Board of Appeals
1995 - 2000
Kalamazoo County Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Court awards father temporary custody
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BBA
2016
Social Media and Divorce
2016
English
Legal Answers
Does anyone know the total cost to file for father's rights to be terminated and my husband to adopt my child?
06 Jul 2017
If my wife and I agree on a set amount of child support, will the courts change it if it is less than what they calculate it as?
10 Apr 2017
I have been married for less than 2 years, she wants a divorce, what is she entitled to?
20 May 2013