$ 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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535 S. Burdick Street, Suite 1, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007
32 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Child Custody
Posted by Nikki | October 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Colleen is professional, responsive, and delivers!
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 Andrew | August 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Perfect pick for us!
I personally used Colleen as a mediator for child custody with my son. Things went smoothly and we were able to stay out of court. I then referred my brother to her for a much more difficult custody case. His sons mom wasn't letting him see his son. Before court, Colleen was able to sit down with ...
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
more than happy
Colleen helped me in fighting for custody of my son when a previous lawyer told me we didn't have a case. She went above and beyond to make sure I had the time I deserved with my child. I couldn't be more pleased with what she has done for my family and would recommend her to anybody.
Posted by Clare | October 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
The Best Attorney
Attorney Markou has been there for me throughout numberous custody, parenting time issues, and child support changes. She is the only attorney that I will use because I believe that she cares about whats best for the kids. She is very supportive of the whats RIGHT! She always makes herself available ...
Posted by Maggie | August 19, 2014 | Child Custody
Colleen gets your job done!
After a complete lack of representation from my first attorney I hired Colleen and she willingly picked up the reins. She worked continuously to rebuild the lack of trust I felt towards attorneys in general. She returned calls, e-mails, and responded To legal correspondence immediately. My case was ...
"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