$ 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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State: Illinois
Acquired: 1994
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535 S. Burdick Street, Suite 1, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007
32 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Strong, intelligent, and no BD
Colleen was amazing during my court duration. Always available and on time, she handled everything and was blunt and honest throughout each step. It was nice having someone in her profession who I felt I could have an open conversation with no matter how nitty gritty the details were. She is always p...
Posted by TJ | April 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Got the Job done
I hired Colleen to do an adoption for me and it was completed successfully, couple of sloppy staff paperwork issues that I had to pay for but hey it is what it is and I understand that. She did a good job. Since that time I have referred multiple people over, with one that I know for sure that wen...
TJ I apologize for any poor treatment you received. I value very much the relationships I have with my clients. Although there was obviously behavior that offended you, I hope you know that I wish you the best and hope that you and your family successfully get through what ever is before you at this time. Good luck.
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 ...
Posted by Michael | February 15, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Colleen Markou was amazing!
Attorney Markou handeled my divorce case and did an amazing job! Colleen was tasked with a situation where there was a conflict of interest with my case and the judge in the county where my divorce case was to be heard. Ms. Markou, immediatly contacted the SCAO (State Court Administrative Office) a...
Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Do Not Hire
I hired this attorney to file my divorce papers, things got messy and she basically let things slide after that. Her process server got assaulted by my ex and the process server was mad and she rather keep her process server than work on my custody case. She also did not file papers to freeze speci...
I have combed through my files to try to figure out who you are, to no avail. I have asked my process server if he was ever assaulted while serving papers for me, he has told me no. I can not determine who you might be. I would like to have the opportunity to speak with you relative to your complaints. I fear you have me confused with someone else.
"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