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Matthew Francis Burns
also known as Matthew F. Burns, Matt Burns
About Matthew
Biography
I am a litigation based attorney in the greater Grand Rapids area handling matters for businesses and individuals both in and out of the courtroom. I am always interested and willing to help anyone out and enjoy facing new challenges in the legal field.
After spending my childhood growing up in the suburbs outside of Chicago, I initially moved to the West Michigan area to attend undergrad at Grand Valley State University and fell in love the the area.
I want my practice of law to mean something to my clients. I don't just want to help them get through a situation, I want a client to feel like I cared about their case and tried to help that specific client the best I could given their circumstances.
My diverse background of experience before coming to Bolhouse, Hofstee & McLean, I have interned at the Kent county Defender's Office, the personal injury firm of Drew, Cooper, and Anding, running my own general practice, being the managin associate at DAWN, and practicing at Kraayeveld Law, helps me understand and navigate each case with my own style and with a wide range of experience to help guide your matter.
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Licensed in Michigan for 14 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2011
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Location
Bolhouse, Hofstee & McLean, P.C.
3996 Chicago Drive SW, Grandville, MI, 49418
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Matthew Francis Burns's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Child Custody and Parenting Time
Matt and his team have been amazing to work with. I live out of state and the mother of my child has made it very difficult for me to see my daughter. My child's mother was also collecting benefits from the state and the state came after me claiming I had not been paying child support. (I had been ...
Posted by Cara | August 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Custody Case
Matthew did a great job with my case that was causing me so much stress and anxiety. It was a relief to find him to help me.
Matthew Burns
Replied last August 21, 2018Thank you for your kind words, Cara. It was a pleasure working with you!
Posted by Paul | March 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
5 STARS!!
Matt took over my divorce at a point where he was basically 'thrown under the bus'. Due to my originals lawyers inability to do her job, I had to fire her weeks before it was supposed to go to court. Matt not only was willing to step in and help me, he did a spectacular job! His representation was pr...
Posted by Ericka | October 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Very thorough and attentive
Matt did a great job with my complicated, multi-state case. He was mainly involved with the issues of court jurisdiction. He was very knowledgeable, responsive, and I appreciated the attentiveness he gave my case. He was very good at looking at my case from all angles and revealing the potential poss...
Posted by Chris | February 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Good job
Matt is a good part of the Kraayeveld law team. Matt did a good job of working on my QRDO along with keeping me informed.
Matthew Francis Burns's Lawyer Endorsements
"Matt is a great attorney who is not only knowledgeable and passionate about the law, but is also respectful and easy to work with. I definitely endorse Matt Burns."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Burns is an excellent lawyer, committed to his clients and very knowledgeable about the law. Mr. Burns is very reasonable and always enjoyable to work with on cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Burns is not only a great friend and colleague, but a serious advocate for his clients. He works with compassion and integrity! Traits difficult to find among the field!"
"I had the opportunity to start my law career working with Mr. Burns at a small, family law firm. Working with Mr. Burns, I was able to witness his hard work ethic, knowledge of the law, and more importantly, his compassion displayed while advocating for his clients. I never think twice about referring clients his way."
"Matt is a great attorney who knows Michigan law. His clients appreciate his work and he is well respected in the community."
"Matt and I met during law school. If even a small portion of his friendly nature, studiousness and hard work translated into the working world, you would have an amazing attorney. Thankfully, more than just a small portion has translated and he has proven to be a more than capable attorney, colleague, and friend."
"I endorse Matt without reservation. In addition to his obvious innate intelligence, Matt possess those rare qualities of good common sense and absolute professionalism. Please, do yourself a favor and do not consider any other family law attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is knowledgeable and hard working. He puts his best foot forward when representing his clients and is highly professional and courteous with fellow attorneys."
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Experience
Honors
2009
Moot Court Competition Semi Finalist, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2009
Moot Court Top Ten Advocate, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Associate, Bolhouse, Hofstee & McLean
2016 - 2019
Associate, Kraayeveld Law Offices, P.C.
2016 - 2018
Adjunct Professor, Davenport University
2015 - 2017
Assistant Women's Hockey Coach, Grand Valley State University
2012 - 2016
Managing Associate, Kenneth T. Saukas, PC (DAWN)
2011 - 2011
Student Intern, Drew Cooper & Anding
2011 - 2011
Intern, 17th Judicial Circuit Court
2010 - 2010
Student Intern, Kent County Public Defender Office
2009 - 2009
Student Intern, 17th Judicial Circuit Court
Associations
2019 - Present
Grand Valley Amateur Hockey AssociationPresident
2016 - Present
Grand Rapids Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2016 - 2017
AYSOCoach
Sample of Legal Cases
Annulment Case
Successful
Education
2011
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Grand Valley State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
GRPS Constitution Day
US Constitution
2013
GRPS Constitution Day
US Constitution
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I file a law suit against my husband of 21yrs he had been involved with a woman for 8 or 9 yrs?
03 Jan 2018
Q&A
Can my ex husband refuse to drop my child off with my new boyfriend ?
20 Dec 2017
Q&A
In Michigan if I ha physical custody and joint legal Can I take my child out of state to go on vacation
01 Dec 2017