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Renee Lynn Wagenaar

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Avvo Rating9.7
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • Licensed for 10 years
  • Free consultation
Renee Lynn Wagenaar
Renee Lynn Wagenaar
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About Renee

Struggling with a legal issue? Need an attorney? Contact WN Law!

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English

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WN Law PLLC

29 Pearl Street NW, Suite 421
Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

Website
www.thewnlawfirm.com 

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      MIActive And In Good Standing201105/24/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers16
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers2019
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers2018
      Rated AttorneyLead Counsel2016
      Top 40 Under 40National Trial Lawyers2014
      Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2014
      Certificate of Merit Insurance LawThomas M. Cooley Law School2010
      Raymond Burr AwardThomas M. Cooley Law School2008
      Certificate of Merit Criminal LawThomas M. Cooley Law School2008
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      OwnerWN Law PLLC2011 - Present
      Advanced Impact TherapistLutheran Child & Family Service2004 - Present
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Women Lawyers Association of Michigan (WLAM)N/A2011 - Present
      Grand Rapids Bar Association, Family Law SectionN/A2011 - Present
      Grand Rapids Bar AssociationN/A2011 - Present
      Grand Rapids Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionN/A2011 - Present
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Thomas M. Cooley Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor2011
      Western Michigan UniversityMA - Masters2004
      Calvin CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts2000

      Reviews

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      Very Compassionate

      Posted by

      After meeting with several other lawyers, I choose to have Renee help me with my family court case. She is very prompt returning my emails, even on a holiday when an issue arose w/ my Ex. I greatly appreciate all she has done to advise me. She is sincere, and willing to help, in any way she can.

      ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL

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      I live in Franklin County Ohio, but have a FOC case in Kent County MI. My son's father has made my life a living hell since moving away. He's now interested in seeing our son since I moved to get a job and provide a life for us,w hen he refused to help when we lived in the same county. My experience dealing with the referee and jusge assigned to us on my own has been the worst. They have been rude and down right disrespectful to me in court, geranting him everythting that he request and even requiring me to travel with my son for his father's visits. i spent a whole month intermittently looking for a lawyer that a) I could afford b)would be willing to work a long distance case c) just listen to me. i sent my information to Renee's website and she promptly reponded. She spoke to me regarding my case and even went so far as to go to the court and pull our file and review it, and contact me again to tell me if she could help me. All of that before she asked for any retainer. Once we decided to work together, she made it so easy. She has been prompt with responding to my emails (even on the weekends) and she has kept me up to date on everything. im so truly thankful to have found her and she has been a joy to work with.

      Honest and Professional

      Posted by

      I would highly recommend Renee to anyone who needs representation. She does an amazing job and is helpful and honest. I can not thank her enough for all of her hard work and advice that she has given me even after helping me with my divorce case.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Honest and Comapssionate

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      Renee was amazing! I found her through all her good reviews, and she handled my interstate case with ease. She gave me an honest opinion even if it wasn't what I wanted to hear which was important to me. We won my custody case, and I will ALWAYS call Renee should any issues arise. If you are looking for an honest, compassionate, fair and knowledgeable lawyer Renee should be your first choice.
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      Criminal case

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      My fiancé and I had a misdemeanor case for controlled use of marijuana. This was our first offense. We met with Renee right before our pre trial and she gave us a run down of what she will go over with the prosecutor and what would happen if we stood in front of a judge. She gave us an inside about the judge and let us know what to expect. She was fairly certain we would have a different court date to actually be sentenced by the judge. After her talk with the prosecutor she was able to get us our sentencing in front of the judge. We were granted the 7411. She made us feel really comfortable and secure. I'm glad she talked with us before the trial and better yet she makes you feel important. I would definitely recommend her to anyone that needs help with any criminal offenses.
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      Very helpful

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      I spoke to Renee about a CPS allegation. We were clueless as to how to handle it. She gave us advice over the phone and didn't push for services that she could bill. She advised us on how to handle the first interview and what our rights and options are at this stage.
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      Attorney endorsements

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      Derek Jacques, Family Attorney on Oct 10, 2018
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Renee Lynn Wagenaar 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.

      Matthew Burns, Family Attorney on Oct 10, 2017
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. Renee has been my opposing counsel on a few matters and each time she has represented her clients vigorously and thoroughly. She has a real passion for helping her clients, which is an asset that not all attorneys possess, and is respected among her peers.

      William Weise, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 4, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Scott Grabel, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 4, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I have worked with Renee on several cases and have seen firsthand the amazing job she does for her clients.

      Michelle Mclean, Family Attorney on Nov 19, 2013
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. Renee is very knowledgable and works hard for her clients. She takes reasonable positions when it is in her client's best interests to do so. She is well-respected and highly ethical.

      Allison Sleight, Family Attorney on Jul 24, 2013
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I recently had the opportunity to work with Renee in a child custody dispute. She demonstrated an extensive knowledge of the law and her client's position, but did not let that get in the way of getting the matter resolved to benefit all of the parties - and especially the parties' child. I appreciated her willingness to work quickly and efficiently.

      Aaron Hamming

      I endorse this lawyer. I have consulted with Renee on several matters and have also referred several cases to her. She provides excellent representation and is very professional.

      Barry Poulson, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 8, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Atty Wagenaar has good insights into the legal system, and provides good advice to posters here on AVVO. If you are seeking help for criminal defense or a family law crisis, it would be worth your time to contact her.

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