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Nancy Loukus Ballast

also known as Nancy L. Ballast, Nancy Loukus
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Avvo Rating8.5
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • Licensed for 6 years
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About Nancy

I'm thrilled to go to work in the morning to help people with their legal problems. It's really what I was meant to do. In my free time I like to lift weights, read, and do crafts. I'm also a parent to a high school student with special needs who is the light of my life.

Practice areas

OtherReal estateEstate planningCriminal defenseFamily
  1. Family: 30%

    divorce, separate maintenance, custody, child support, spousal support, parenting time, paternity, equitable parent doctrine, change of domicile,

    6 years

  2. Criminal defense: 20%

    misdemeanors, felonies, driving offenses, driver's license restoration,

    3 years

  3. Estate planning: 15%

    trusts, wills, power of attorney, living trust, testamentary trusts, living wills.

    3 years

  4. Real estate: 10%

    purchase agreements, land contracts, transactions.

    3 years

  1. DUI and DWI: 10%

  2. Adoption: 10%

    Adoption for traditional couples, same-gender couples, and single parents.

  3. Contracts and agreements: 5%

    Employment and leasing contracts, corporate formation documents, grant writing,

    3 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

80 Ottawa Ave. NW, Suite 301
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The Law Office of Nancy L. Ballast PLLC

80 Ottawa Ave. NW, Suite 301
Grand Rapids, MI, 49503-2713

Grand Rapids Family Law Attorney - Nancy Ballast

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Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
MIActive And In Good Standing201310/31/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Atticus Finch (Ethics) AwardThomas M. Cooley Law School2012
Participation - Associate EditorThomas M. Cooley Journal or Practical and Clinical Law2012
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Research AttorneyGary Segatti and Associates2013 - 2013
ClerkKent County Circuit Court2013 - 2013
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
West Michigan Solo and Small Firm Practice NetworkSecretary2014 - Present
West Michigan Special Hockey AssociationBoard member2014 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMemberN/A
Grand Rapids Bar AssociationN/AN/A
State Bar of MichiganCommittee for Libraries, Legal Research and Legal Publications2014 - 2015
Family CrossroadsBoard member2012 - 2013
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Michigan Bar JournalMarijuana Law Update2016
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Thomas M. Cooley Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor2013
Western Michigan UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1994
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Estate Planning and Special Needs childrenEstate Planning and Special Needs children2013
Constitutional DaySeparation of Powers - Constitutional Law2013
Legal cases
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Reviews

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5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
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Awesome Experience

Posted by MichaelWed Dec 06 2017

I discovered Nancy after researching online for local real estate attorneys. Nancy was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable about all facets of the process involved in the sale of my personal residence. I would highly recommend Nancy to anyone who is in need of a real estate attorney.
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Hired attorney
Nancy Ballast's response: Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure to work with you.

Awesome attorney

Posted by ClydeTue Feb 28 2017

Nancy did a great job representing me as an out of state landlord on an eviction case I had. She was detailed and kept the lines of communication open. She followed up with the judgement & provided a much needed service.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney
Nancy Ballast's response: Thank you for your kind words! It really means a lot to me. I am very glad I was able to get the result you were seeking for this case! Yours, Nancy.
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Attorney endorsements

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Eliot Sasson, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Nov 13, 2013
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Nancy is a bright, ethical, and caring attorney. I highly recommend her.

Michael Hanrahan, Business Attorney on Nov 22, 2013
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Nancy Ballast is a very driven and motivated attorney. In the time I have known Nancy, she consistently demonstrates her advanced knowledge of the law as well as an empathy that is essential to the practice of family law. I would be pleased to endorse her as a reputable attorney in the area.

Derek Jacques, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 10, 2018
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Nancy Loukus Ballast is a great family law attorney. I had the distinct pleasure of seeing her legal expertise in action and I would not hesitate to recommend this lawyer to any client in need.

Mark Caldwell, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 29, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer. Nancy is a pleasure to work with and and an excellent attorney.

Robert Puckett, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 17, 2017
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Nancy Ballast is on my attorney referral list for anyone who needs legal assistance in the Kent County Area. She is accomplished in several legal disciplines and her clients find her very personable. I can recommend with confidence the legal services of Atty. Ballast.

Channika Desilva, Mesothelioma and asbestos Attorney on Mar 26, 2017
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I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Ms. Ballast is a well-regarded and driven attorney who has provided exceptional legal representation to numerous clients throughout the U.S. With her extensive knowledge, broad experience and impressive professional skills, she is bound to invest her time and energy into achieving the best outcome for each case, regardless of its level of complexity.

Carri Briseno, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 6, 2017
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Nancy is caring, compassionate and committed to her clients. She models the highest standards of ethics and advocacy. I am proud and blessed to know her. She has my strongest endorsement!

Christine Cameron, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Feb 6, 2017
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Nancy is intelligent, compassionate, and has a way of making complex issues simple. Beyond her skills as an attorney, Nancy is one of my favorite people to see around. She is always so positive and pleasant. I happily endorse this attorney!

Audra McClure, Juvenile law Attorney on Feb 6, 2017
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I worked with Nancy in a custody case, and I know her from organizations that we're both part of. She is an excellent attorney and a wonderful person. I wholeheartedly endorse her.

Matthew Berry, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 1, 2017
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Nancy is a brilliant, hard-working attorney who truly cares about her client's needs and gets them results. I highly endorse her.

Brent Geers, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 11, 2017
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Nancy is a consummate professional, dedicated to the practice of law. While many other younger attorneys spend a lot of time chasing after the next client, Nancy is more likely spending time honing her practice, learning from more experienced colleagues, or seeking continuing legal education (where I met her) - all to her clients' benefit. As someone who finds himself in family court on Friday Morning Motion Days, I can tell you Nancy is above-average, and will continue to distinguish herself among local family law practitioners.

Alicia Storm, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 5, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer - she's a dedicated and hardworking individual who brings experience to the table.

David Szostek, Real estate Attorney on Aug 9, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Erol Gulistan, Insurance Attorney on Mar 24, 2016
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Nancy is a top-notch hard working attorney. I endorse this lawyer.

Ravi Gurumurthy, Family Attorney on Jan 20, 2016
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Nancy is a hard working and intelligent attorney who strives to get positive results for her clients. I endorse this lawyer.

Michael Cronkright, Criminal defense Attorney on May 4, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Howard Lewis, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 3, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Ballast is an outstanding attorney, I highly recommend her legal services.

Phillip Reed, Business Attorney on Jan 31, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Joel Helder, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 29, 2014
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Nancy Ballast is an effective advocate and an excellent attorney. She is dedicated to her clients and delivers high quality legal services.

Alfred Pandl, Family Attorney on Dec 18, 2013
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I endorse highly this lawyer. Nancy is a very sharp attorney and very knowledgable about Family Law issues.

Michael Hanrahan, Business Attorney on Nov 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Nancy Ballast is a very driven and motivated attorney. In the time I have known Nancy, she consistently demonstrates her advanced knowledge of the law as well as an empathy that is essential to the practice of family law. I would be pleased to endorse her as a reputable attorney in the area.

Ryan McKnight, Business Attorney on Nov 13, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

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