Stephanie L. Judd

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Stephanie L. Judd

also known as Formerly Stephanie Newton

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 17 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family ... +4 more

40 Pearl Street NW, Ste 800, Grand Rapids, MI

About Stephanie

Biography

Compassionate Michigan lawyer with years of experience & giving you the representation you deserve.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

Included in this area is both pre and post-judgment divorce related matters. Stop worrying, call today to discuss your case further. Divorce can be an emotional time even when the divorce is amicable. Call today to talk further.

30%
Child Custody 25%

Included in this area are both child custody cases as well as divorce cases involving minor children. Both cases contain components of child support and parenting time; including pre and post-judgment matters.

25%
Family 20%

This area encompasses the remaining areas in Family Law; including Paternity Matters, and both Prenuptial and Postnuptial agreements

20%
Child Support 10%

Child support cases, whether it's a new or amendment to an existing support plan, can be examined by Attorney Newton. Call her today to discuss further.

10%
Adoption 5%

Adoption cases; both interstate and intrastate. Included among my adoption practice are direct placement adoptions, agency placements, and step-parent adoptions.

5%
Alimony 5%

Attorney Newton can handle all spousal support cases. Call her today to discuss your existing or potential spousal support, or to review the amount you're currently paying.

5%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

Prenuptial & post nuptial issues.

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 17 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2008

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Newton Plont PLLC

40 Pearl Street NW, Ste 800, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503-2701

juddandfricke.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Stephanie online.

Stephanie L. Judd's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

63 Client Reviews

Showing 46 - 50 of 63 reviews

Posted by Riley | April 17, 2015 | Child Custody

Highly recommend

Stephanie was super nice & hard working. She understood exactly what I wanted during my custody battle. She listened to everything I said & fought to make sure I got exactly what I wanted, and sure enough I walked out of the courtroom 110% happy. I would HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend her

Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Stephanie delivered on her promises, was level headed, and a very crafty negotiator!

Stephanie helped me navigate through a very difficult divorce. My divorce involved a custody dispute in which I was trying to get additional time with my children. Stephanie was results driven. We started with a strategy that we stuck with throughout the entire case and in the end accomplished exa...ctly what we had set out to accomplish. On multiple occasions Stephanie saved me thousands of dollars by not biting on the opposing counsels attempts to drag out the process and muddy the waters over details that were irrelevant to my goals and objectives. It all came down to the final trial date at which time she was extreme poised and helpful in creatively structuring a solution that helped me get more time with my children. I'm very grateful that I went with her and would recommend her to anyone going through the ugly process of a divorce!

Posted by Lindsey | July 30, 2014

Lindsey

Stephanie was to quick to respond to my questions/concerns via text, email, and phone calls.

Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2014 | Marriage & Prenuptials

Prenup

Stephanie was very attentive and easy to talk with.. She was always easily reachable by telephone or email. Stephanie helped prepare a prenuptial agreement for my husband and me. She was thorough, professional, and well written.

Posted by Marc | October 16, 2013 | Real Estate

Review of my expirience with S. Newton regardng Divorce/Marital Home dispute

I have worked with multiple attorneys in my professional career. I was referred to Stephanie from a close, highly respected local attorney and friend concerning an ongoing situation with my ex-wife. Upon meeting Stephanie I was immediately impressed with how she carried herself and quickly retained... her to represent me. The dispute was in regards to the possession and ownership rights of the marital home. Our divorce was finalized three years prior to this event. After numerous negotiation attempts, followed by unfounded and unnecessary slanderous statements and mudslinging from the opposing party, both Stephanie and I decided that we had to go to Court. At our hearing, Stephanie was better prepared, poised and succinctly expressed the facts compared to the opposing party’s representation who appeared flustered and foolish even though the ex-wife’s attorney had been affiliated with the dispute for a year longer. A follow-up hearing was scheduled, but before either Stephanie or I returned to our respective offices, the ex-wife’s attorney had submitted an offer. Throughout this experience, I found Stephanie to be personable, understanding, composed, and thorough. Her communication skills and attention to detail give an advantage to her clients. Stephanie is an excellent attorney and I will continue to recommend Newton Law to family and friends.

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Stephanie L. Judd's Lawyer Endorsements

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Derek Jacques

Family lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stephanie Lynn Newton 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."

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Joshua Kosmerick

Family lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I first came to know of Ms. Newton while I was in law school. She took time out of her day to speak to our class on professional ethics. Ms. Newton conducts herself with the utmost professionalism; she truly cares about her clients and their success. I highly recommend this attorney."

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Matthew Delange

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stephanie is a hard working attorney and is very passionate about her work for her clients"

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Callista Gloss

Family lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Newton is a wonderful asset to the West Michigan Legal community. She is extremely knowledgeable, caring, and always goes the extra mile for her clients. I highly recommend her to anyone experiencing a family law issue."

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Horia Neagos

Family lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Outstanding attention to detail and genuine interest to help her clients."

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Michael Toburen

Family lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Kulas

Family lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stephanie Newton is a highly skilled attorney who fights hard for her clients, while always conducting herself in a professional manner. Because of this, she has earned the respect of judges and attorneys throughout Western Michigan. Her reputation as a top-flight family law attorney is well-deserved."

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Timothy Alles

Family lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stephanie always operates with the larger picture in mind when dealing with client matters. I have referred several clients to her; and will continue to do so. She takes a realistic and sensible approach to matters, even when opposing counsel does not. Highly recommended!"

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James Oppenhuizen

Unknown lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stephanie is a very skilled and knowledgeable attorney, with whom I have worked in the past. I recommend Stephanie to anyone seeking strong advocacy and efficient, personal service."

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Edward Sternisha

Unknown lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Newton. Ms. Newton not only cares about her clients but is quick to offer assistance or mentor new attorneys without hesitation. She is most kind and I am proud to endorse her and call her a colleague."

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Matthew Delange

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Timothy Alles

Estate planning lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Newton Law Offices PLC

2009 - 2011

Attorney, Kuiper Orlebeke PC

Associations

2012 - Present

Grand Rapids Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Chair

2008 - 2012

Grand Rapids Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Member

Education

2008

Michigan State University College of Law

JD

2005

Hope College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Grand Rapids Bar Association

Child Support and Friend of the Court Overview

2013

Grand Rapids Bar Association

Divorce and Custody Procedure and Overview

2012

GRBA Ask the Lawyer

Friend of the Court

2012

GRBA Ask the Lawyer

Child Custody and Parenting Time

Publications

Languages

English

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