Joseph L. Hohler III

Joseph L. Hohler III

also known as Hohler Law P.C.

4.9
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 19 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Kalamazoo, MI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Juvenile, Family ... +4 more

137 N Park St., Kalamazoo, MI

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Government Attorney

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 20%

20 years | 135 cases

20%
Juvenile Law 20%

Handling all manner of neglect an abuse cases, either as an attorney for the parents, or the children. Also representing juveniles in criminal matters before the court.

20%
Child Custody 15%

Deals with all aspects of child custody -- legal, physical and even parenting time issues.

20 years | 55 cases

15%
Family 15%

Encompasses the full range of family law related activities, including divorce, custody, parenting time, child support issues, spousal support issues, post-judgment actions, etc.

20 years | 300 cases

15%
Mediation 15%

11 years | 35 cases

15%
Uncontested Divorce 10%

Uncontested divorces are typically those where the parties have little assets and no disagreements with children. Invariably, when the parties have significant assets, these cases are not fit for an uncontested divorce -- somebody always wants more than the other will give.

20 years | 75 cases

10%
Appeals 5%

Both civil and federal appeals, but primarily those limited to family law.

10 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 175-225 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 19 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2006

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Joseph Hohler III

137 N Park St., Kalamazoo, MI, 49007

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Joseph L. Hohler III's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

5 star (11) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Tangaline | April 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Pleased

He was very upfront with all information. He answered all questions and addressed all of my concerns. He was very knowledgeable about all aspects of my case. He was very respectful to all parties involved. I have recommended him to others and I will continue to do so.

Posted by Selina | April 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

He is very knowledgeable with the court system and informed me of what my chances were for the decisions I made with my divorce. He's honest and up front about things even if the chances of things going my way were slim. He's friendly and very down to earth and did a great job as my divorce lawye...r.

Posted by Jesusita | January 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He was very helpful.

Me. Hohler was an excellent lawyer during my divorce, he was always able to get a hold of if I had any questions or concerns. I highly recommend him. Thank you Mr. Hohler

Posted by Brian | December 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Executive

Mr. Hohler did an excellent job representing me during my mediation & divorce process. He has a very broad understanding of today's divorce courts, their processes & laws, and how to positively support you through this challenge! Thanks Joe!

Posted by anonymous | September 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great communication and fair price

Joseph was responsive and helpful throughout the process. Would highly recommend.

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Joseph L. Hohler III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bert Whitehead

Family lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Joseph has appeared at hearings for my clients, and they were extremely satisfied at his representation. Joseph is helping provide affordable legal care to lower- and middle-income people in Michigan, and is a highly effective lawyer."

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Alicia Storm

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Certificate of Completion Advanced Mediation Training, Dispute Resolution Center of Gryphon PLace

2015

Certificate of Completion in Domestic Mediator Training, Dispute Resolution Center of West Michigan

2013

Certificate of Completion - Family Law Program, Institute of Continuing Legal Education

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Principal, Joseph Hohler III, Attorney at Law

2005 - 2006

Law Clerk, Legal Services Of South Central Michigan

2003 - 2003

Intern, Judy Ostrander and Associates

Associations

2018 - Present

Family Law Section, State Bar of Michigan -- Family Law Council

Council Member

2015 - Present

Kalamazoo County Family Law Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Kalamazoo Family Law Assistance Clinic

Volunteer Family Law Attorney

2012 - Present

State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section

Member

2018 - 2019

Kalamazoo Area Runners

Board Member

2017 - 2018

State Bar of Michigan, Client Protection Fund Committee

Member

2015 - 2017

State Bar of Michigan Membership Services Committee

Committee Member

2014 - 2017

Kalamazoo County Municipal Planning Commission

Vice Chair

2004 - 2010

American Youth Soccer Association

Volunteer Coach

Sample of Legal Cases

Neglect and Abuse -- Kalamazoo County

Dismissed

Family Law Appeal

Reversed and Remanded

Van Buren County Divorce

Settled

Divorce without children

Settled

Divorce with Children, Kalamazoo County

Settled

Same Sex Divorce Mediation

Mediated Resolution

Custody and Parenting Time -- Kalamazoo County

Successfully defended against motion

Divorce with Children, Kalamazoo County

Settled at mediation

Contested Custody -- Kalamazoo County

Successful resolution following hearing.

Mediation -- Kalamazoo County

Partial Resolution

Mediation -- Kalamazoo County

Peacefully Resolved

Mediation -- Van Buren County

Peacefully Resolved

Divorce -- Kalamazoo County

Peacefully Resolved

Default Divorce -- Kalamazoo County

Judgment Granted

Van Buren County Divorce

Peacefully settled

Child Support Modification

FOC investigation ordered

Contested Custody

Peacefully settled

Mediation -- Parenting Time/Kalamazoo

Successful Mediation

Contested Custody

Favorable Decision After Hearing

Divorce Van Buren County -- Divorce

Divorce granted

Kalamazoo Custody/Parenting Time

Settled

Custody -- Kalamazoo County

Settled

Contested Divorce -- Kalamazoo

Peacefully Settled

Divoce, with Children -- Van Buren County

Peacefully Settled

Divorce -- Kalamazoo County

Peacefully resolved

Custody and Parenting Time -- Kalamazoo County

Prevailed on motion after hearing

Same Sex Divorce -- Kalamazoo County

Peacefully Resolved

Judgment of Separate Maintenance -- Allegan County

Peacefully resolved

Parenting Time Dispute -- Kalamazoo County

Peacefully resolved

Mediation -- Kalamazoo County

Peacefully settled

Mediation

Peacefully settled

Divorce -- Berrien County

Peacefully settled

Custody and Parenting Time

Peacefully settled

Mediation -- Custody

Settled

Mediation -- Divorce w/ Custody

Settled

Mediation -- Divorce w/ Custody

Peacefully settled

Custody -- Kalamazoo County

Peacefully settled

Default Divorce -- Mecosta County

Resolved through Default

Parenting Time DIspute

Peacefully settled

Uncontested Divorce -- Kalamazoo County

Peacefully settled

Mediation -- Kalamazoo County Custody

Peacefully settled

Mediation -- Calhoun County Divorce

Partial Settlement as to Property.Real Property

Mediation -- Kalamazoo County Divorce

Peacefully settled

Mediation -- Kalamazoo County Divorce

Negotiated Resolution

Mediation -- Kalamazoo County Divorce

Resolved

Mediation -- Kalamazoo County County

Resolved

Kalamazoo County Custody Case

Settled

Mediation -- Kalamazoo County County

Resolved

Mediation -- Kalamazoo County Divorce

Settled

Kalamazoo County Divorce

Peacefully Negotiated Settlement

Divorce -- Kalamazoo County

Judgment Entered

Mediation -- Divorce/Kalamazoo County

Successful Mediation

Divorce -- Van Buren County

Peacefully Settled

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Education

2006

Michigan State University College of Law

J.D.

2003

Western Michigan University

Bachelor's

Publications

2018

Michigan Family Law Journal Post-Judgment Mediation

2017

The Michigan Dispute Resolution Journal Crossing The Divide (Reprinted)

2016

Michigan Family Law Journal Failure Is Always an Option

Languages

English

Activity

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