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Michael Richard Toburen
also known as Mike Toburen
About Michael
Biography
I was born and raised in West Michigan, and I take great pride in being a part of this community. I graduated from Hope College in Holland, began my professional career in Kalamazoo, and attended law school in Grand Rapids. My mission as an attorney is to provide my clients with outstanding legal representation, to do so with honesty and integrity and with a focus on my clients' goals, and to make our community a better place to work and live in the process.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
40%
13 years | 35 cases
Family
40%
13 years | 58 cases
Estate Planning
10%
13 years | 105 cases
Trusts
5%
13 years | 40 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Michigan for 12 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Toburen Law PLC
230 Fulton St E, Ste 7, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503-1079
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Michael Richard Toburen's Reviews
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Posted by Alison | November 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Divorce Lawyer
Mike isn't your typical Lawyer. He helped me with my divorce and I found him to be personable and compassionate (though he does have a firm, aggressive undertone to his work - which I appreciated). I left my marriage well taken care of and was able to avoid the harsh legal battle that other lawyers w...
Posted by Kim | August 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Knowledgable, Patient with Integrity
We thought that we were all set as we had wills and medical advocates in place however learned that what we thought would happen when we were no longer here and what would happen were not the same. We were not as prepared as we thought that we were. Michael Toburen easily helped us navigate the diffi...
Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Very good attorney
Michael helped me with a divorce. He was understanding, helpful, ethical and reasonably priced. Michael made a very difficult event as smooth as possible. I highly recommend him.
Michael Richard Toburen's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mike is the consummate professional. I personally used him to setup my will, a trust, and an LLC. Mike is knowledgeable, patient, personable, and highly organized. He takes the time to listen and learn what the client needs and provides expert legal advice. I have referred people to Mike many times and have heard nothing but rave reviews about his work. I trust him without hesitation."
"Mike has been detail oriented and passionate since law school. He has all the qualities you need in a family lawyer: his work is head and shoulders above the crowd and he puts people first. You have found the right lawyer."
"I have seen first hand Mike's work with clients and in the courtroom. The confidence and ease his clients display is a direct reflection of the work Mike puts in to every case - from the "open-and-shut" to the complex. He is a rising star among local family law practitioners, and should be on your short list to hire for any family law matter."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Michael was professional and a strong advocate for his client. We were able to successfully resolve our case efficiently."
"Mike is a very professional and honest attorney. I highly recommend him."
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"Michael Toburen is a skillful attorney. He is strongly committed to seeing his clients meet their individual goals."
"Michael is honest and trustworthy. He is a hard-worker and takes the extra step to ensure he is giving sound legal advice. I would recommend this attorney."
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"I have had the honor of knowing Michael of about 5 years, at which time I have had the opportunity to work closely on legal issues, and coming to a sound solution. I would recommend Mr. Toburen for any of your estate or family law matters, he is a great individual."
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Experience
Honors
2020
2020 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
2020 Up and Coming Award, Michigan Lawyers Weekly
2019
2019 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
2018 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Certificate of Merit - Pre-Trial Skills, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2011
Certificate of Merit - Research and Writing, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner, Toburen Law PLC
Associations
2013 - Present
State Bar of MichiganAttorney Member
2013 - Present
Grand Rapids Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2013 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of MichiganAttorney Member
2013 - Present
Andrew Elliott Rusticus FoundationDirector
2013 - Present
Mel Trotter Ministries-Grand RapidsVolunteer Attorney
2013 - Present
Legal Aid of Western MichiganVolunteer Attorney
2019 - 2019
Mel Trotter Ministries-Grand RapidsChair, Season of Hope Planning Committee
2016 - 2018
Mel Trotter Ministries-Grand RapidsSeason of Hope Planning Committee
2012 - 2020
YMCA of Greater Grand RapidsVolunteer
2011 - 2020
First Tee of West MichiganVolunteer
Sample of Legal Cases
Family Law - Divorce
Consent Judgment of Divorce entered
Estate Planning - Multiple Pieces of Real Property
Fully Funded Joint Revocable Living Trust
Estate Planning - Review and Update
Up-to-date Estate Plan
Estate Planning - Durable Power of Attorney-Healthcare
Completed Durable Power of Attorney-Healthcare
Estate Planning - Custom Plan for Blended Family
Created custom, blended family estate plan
Divorce - Settled without Trial
Judgment of Divorce entered
Parenting Time - Vacation in Kenya with Minor Child
Ex-husband's Petition to Vacation in Kenya with Child Denied
Divorce - Settled through Mediation
Judgment of Divorce entered
Custody - Change of Domicile
Ex-husband's Motion to Change Minor Child's Domicile was denied.
Education
2013
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Hope College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Workshop
Estate Planning Basics: Do I Need a Will or Trust?
Publications
2021
The Grand Rapids Lawyer
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Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my ex wife request to not receive child support anymore?
28 Jan 2021
Q&A
What consequence happens if a court order is not followed?
04 May 2017
Q&A
Do i have to give my child to his father for visitation if he doesn't have the proper car seat for the child?
12 Mar 2017