$ 350-450 per hour
Robert C. Rutgers Jr.
also known as Rutgers Law
About Robert
Biography
I am extremely experienced in the areas of divorce and closely held business/corporate matters. My practice consists of business and corporate matters, litigation (commercial, contract, family law, real estate and sales representative), collaborative law, health care related issues and real estate matters. For almost 30 years, I have aggressively and skillfully represented my client's interests.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 33 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wisconsin for 33 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Rutgers Law
180 Monroe Avenue NW - Suite 400, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503
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Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
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Bob was my attorney. He juggles as many things as possible, doing very little for each, but billing a Kings' ransom. .He literally did nothing but bill and double bill. He often, couldn't make court dates but would "prep" his partners and charge me for his time to "prep" and for his partners' time (d...
Robert C. Rutgers Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I fully endorse Bob. I have personally worked with him on numerous occasions, on both business-related and divorce matters. Bob is an effective negotiator and advocate for his clients, always focused on finding the best resolution for those he represents. I highly recommend Bob as an attorney."
"I have worked with Bob on a few matters and I have found him to be a great litigator, pragmatic, and an attorney that clients like to work with. He is always working hard in the best interest of his clients while maintaining a level of professionalism with court staff, judges, and other attorneys that is second to none and respected throughout the West Michigan legal community."
"Bob is a great lawyer with the capacity to reasonably resolve complex issues to the benefit of his client, particularly if a business is involved. I would highly recommend."
Stephen Hulst
Lawsuits and disputes lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
Best Lawyers (Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law), The Best Lawyers In America®
2021
Best Lawyer (Family Law), The Best Lawyers In America®
2019
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Top Lawyer: Corporate Law and Family Law, Grand Rapids Magazine/Grand Rapids Business Journal
2017
Included as a Leading Lawyer in Real Estate Law: Commercial, Leading Lawyers
1992
Jurisprudence Award in Taxation of Estates and Trusts, Marquette University Law School
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Member, Rutgers Law
2014 - 2020
Partner, Varnum Riddering Schmidt & Howlett
2007 - 2014
Shareholder, Rhoades McKee
1998 - 2007
Partner, Rutgers & Mackraz PLC
1995 - 1998
Owner, Law Office of Robert Rutgers
1992 - 1995
Associate, Varnum Riddering Schmidt & Howlett
Associations
2018 - Present
State Bar of Michigan- Michigan Bar Journal Standing CommitteeMember
2018 - Present
Rotary ClubMember
2017 - Present
Executive Committee of Family Law Section - Grand Rapids Bar AssociationChair Elect
2017 - Present
Collaborative Practice Institute of MichiganMember
2017 - Present
Collaborative Divorce Professionals of West MichiganMember
2016 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Grand Rapids Bar Association, First Year Attorneys CommitteeMember
2014 - Present
Federal Bar Association (Western District of Michigan chapter)Member
2012 - Present
Association for Corporate GrowthMember
2010 - Present
Economic Club of Grand RapidsMember
2008 - Present
Michigan State Bar FoundationFellow
2008 - Present
Justice Foundation of West MichiganLife Member and Fellow
1992 - Present
Grand Rapids Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2016 - 2018
State Bar of Michigan - Membership Services CommitteeMember
2016 - 2018
State Bar of Michigan- Special Committee on Delivery of Legal ServicesMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Stock redemption
Sales representative matter
Arbitration award in favor of client
Sales representative matter
Settled
Defamation defense matter
Dismissal
Sales representative matter
Verdict in favor of client
Education
1992
Marquette U
law
Speaking Engagements
2020
GRBA Family Law Section COVID-19 Update
COVID Update
2013
MLive Chat: Cost of a divorce and can you really save money 'Doing It Yourself'?
Cost of Divorce
1995
n/a
Family Law
Publications
2016
Grand Rapids Business Journal
Gray Divorces and Silver Separations Present Special Challenges
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers