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I have practiced law for 40 years, starting in Grand Rapids, and then returning to my home area in Southwest Michigan. Known primarily as a litigator in high conflict matters, I now exclusively handle contested divorce and probate disputes. My clients have been recognized as being very prepared at trial. It is the intensive preparation that enables my clients to settle their disputes in a satisfactory manner or to receive a favorable ruling from the Court.
With a background in education/coaching, entertainment/theater, and law enforcement, I feel I have unique qualities that make me a very successful trial attorney and effective legal counselor. Helping people fight back against manipulation and abuse by their spouse or other family members has been my passion and practice.
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Acquired: 1982
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2620 S Cleveland Ave Ste 202, Saint Joseph, MI, 49085
23 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by Shawn | December 24, 2021 | Divorce & Separation
Do not hire this man
Would not recommend this guy to represent you or anyone you know. He's dirty, manipulative, and leads his clients in a very childish way. He submits and creates inaccurate information that he presents to the court. Truly makes up preposterous information. The way he operates and practices law, I'm SH...
I appreciate the wonderful endorsement by Shawn. I had the pleasure of representing Shawn's wife in the divorce. I educated his spouse and helped her understand the terrible history of non-physical abuse she had been subjected to by Shawn during their marriage. I helped provide her with the power to fight back and protect her financial interests in the marital estate. I prepared her to present her testimony at trial in a professional, understandable, and successfully convincing manner. The division of the martial estate by the Court was very fair. Shawn remains very disappointed that no one supports his self-centered view of the world. It is telling that at the end of the case Shawn realized he may have been perceived as a criminal. Bottom line - my client was prepared to present her case in Court, was aware of how her testimony would be perceived by the Court, and worked hard to prepare herself for the ordeal. I will move on to help the next victim who needs such assistance. I sleep very well at night. Robert Puckett
Posted by Karen | June 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney
PROFESSIONAL
Positive: Professionalism Absolutely stellar representation and service! A ‘no nonsense’, ‘get down to business’ professional attorney. I noticed that Attorney Puckett is a well respected lawyer within the court, etc., system. Thorough and prompt! Always aware. Always concise. I never left his off...
Posted by Mo | November 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
Review of Attorney Robert Puckett
Mr. Puckett is real professional attorney, He is experienced family law & Landlord & Tenant practitioner, straight forward and very knowledgeable. He represented me in a case couple of years ago with great success. I referred to him again for consultation, He gave me all the time to explain and ask ...
Posted by Michael | October 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Robert Puckett is a great attorney!!!
Mr. Puckett is an experienced attorney who did a terrific job for me. Mr. Puckett is one the most knowledgeable and well-informed attorneys in Berrien County. I highly recommend this attorney.
Posted by Karla | May 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Mr. Puckett is a incredible attorney!
Mr. Puckett had helped me immensely with my two divorces. The first involved custody of my daughter, she was only 3 months old during the time of separation. He made a very tough situation much better. I can’t thank him enough for how he was able to help me get the custody and child support worked...
"Attorney Puckett is always prepared and professional in our cases against each other, and represents an extremely competent and knowledgeable colleague in multiple practice areas. I highly endorse his legal services to any litigant."
"Mr. Puckett is an experienced family law practitioner who does a great job for his clients. Mr. Puckett is one the most knowledgeable and well-informed attorneys in Berrien County. I endorse this lawyer."
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"Mr Puckett appears to have established a life long practice in St, Joseph, MI. His practice is serving those in need of competent legal advice. He has been able to sustain his practice , by dispensing quality advice to his clients. After reading his reviews, one can be assured, of his commitment to the best interests of his clients. I would endorse this lawyer, and should the opportunity arise, to have a matter on the west side of the state, refer to him without reservation."
"Robert is highly experience in several areas of civil and criminal law. As reflected by his client reviews his tenacious yet respectful handling of legal matters helps make him a very successful attorney."
"Mr. Puckett is well respected in the legal community as being knowledgeable and zealously representing his clients. Those in need of assistance with divorce, custody or other family law issues should certainly speak with Mr. Puckett."
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Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Featured Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction
2020
Top 10% of American's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry
2019
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Contributor - Divorce, AVVO
1983 - Present
Attorney and Counselor at Law, Robert Puckett Law Office
1982 - 1983
Associate Attorney, Sprik and Anderson PC
1983 - Present
Berrien County Bar AssociationMember
1982 - Present
US District Court - Western District of MichiganMember
1982 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
1982 - 1983
Kent County Bar AssociationMember
Favorable property settlement for client.
NOT GUILTY
Order in favor of client after contested hearing. Defendant denied joint custody and Defendant's child child support obligation increased.
Order in favor of client after contested hearing. Plaintiff denied joint custody. Plaintiff's parenting time reduced and child support obligation increased.
Motion denied after full-day hearing. Client acted reasonably.
All temporary, final, and post-judgment enforcement issues resolved in favor of client. Divorce filed in 2012. Modification hearing in 2016.
Jury found not guilty. Client's actions were justified.
Client retained full physical custody of children.
All temporary, final, and post-judgment enforcement issues resolved in favor of client. Divorce filed in 2014. Modification hearing in 2016.
Jury found not guilty. Client's actions were justified.
1982
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
MA - Masters with honors
1977
BS - Bachelor of Science with distinction
2002
Debt Collection
2001
Landlord Tenant Relations
2000
Landlord Tenant Relations
1999
Landlord Tenant Relations
1996
Garnishment
1986
Careers in Law
2017
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