I provide a highly personalized and attentive approach to the law found only in a small office. Because family law can be complex and frustrating for you and your family, I will be there to guide you through the entire process. I will take the time to get to know you and your situation, and provide you with legal advice to meet your personal needs. I will be right there with you during the entire process, protecting your rights. Your goals will be my mission.
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401 Hall Street, Suite 112D, P.O. Box 35, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503
5 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Terrible Lawyer
Laurie was my divorce lawyer and did a terrible job. She didn’t read through things from the other lawyer and expected me to do it. She did not listen to me at all and ended up screwing me over! Then, instead of handling the QDRO, which is part of a divorce settlement, she tells me she doesn’t handle...
Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2014 | Child Custody
Outstanding service! Amazing results!
I highly recommend Laurie. She's incredibly knowledgable, driven, and professional while being very friendly and compassionate. I liked that she is direct, timely in returning calls and filing paperwork. She is understanding and willing to answer any questions or concerns. She helped me through a ve...
Posted by Laurie B | February 14, 2014 | Family
Someone who will fight for your rights.
Laurie has been working very hard for me on my very difficult Divorce case. She is extremely knowledgeable in Family Law. She has kept me informed every step of the way. She is professional and trustworthy. At the same time she is caring and compassionate. If you are a women struggling with the ...
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a true professional. It is clear from working with Laurie that she advocates for her clients and strives to educate her clients about the process and their options. Laurie treats her colleagues with respect and courtesy and is a pleasure to work with."
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
2014
Family Law Certificate, ICLE
2014
Certificate of Completion, Collaborative Practice Institute of MI
2012 - Present
Attorney, Schmitt Law, PLLC
2011 - 2011
Clerk, Conroy Law Office
2004 - 2009
Paralegal, Rector Law Office
2002 - 2004
Paralegal, Sterns, Weaver, Miller, Weissler, Alhadeff & Sitterson
1996 - 1999
Paralegal, Scruggs & Charmichael
1996 - 1996
Paralegal, Warren Law Office
2014 - Present
Collaborative Practice Institute of Michigan
2014 - Present
Collaborative Divorce Professionals of West Michigan
2012 - Present
Grand Rapids Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
The Elks ClubMember
Successfully defended Mother
Succesffuly defended Mother and she was granted custody
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BS - Bachelor of Science
English
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