Gary A. Gardner

Gary A. Gardner

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 30 years

Family Lawyer at Traverse City, MI
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Support ... +2 more

735 S Garfield Ave Ste 202, Traverse City, MI

About Gary

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 185-225 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 30 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1995

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Gary A. Gardner

735 S Garfield Ave Ste 202, Traverse City, MI, 49686

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Gary A. Gardner's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by PJ | May 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Checkmate

Dealing with Landlords can be a scary thing. Your entire household is on the line. Gary was calming and patient and explained what could and could not be done; what my options were; the best course of action and WHY. Legalese can be very tricky and landlords have the upper hand and lawyers of their o...wn AND they have dealt with this kind of situation multiple times. So has Gary. He made the best of a very difficult situation and crafted a positive outcome. Money very, very well spent. Highly recommended and a great guy as well!

Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

legal

I was new to town and needed a lawyer to help me navigate some messy issues. Mr Gardner and his staff were reliable, kind, understanding and supportive. I felt they truly were looking out for me and helped me understand every step. I felt their expertise and support thru the whole process, both in of...fice and in court. In fact I sought their legal counsel again recently becausei truly trust and appreciate their service. I would highly recommend Mr Gardner and his staff.

Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney!

My company retained Mr. Gardner to pursue a breach of contract action and recover damages. Mr. Gardner was timely, professional and accomplished our objective in a cost-effective manner. I would highly recommend Gary Gardner and the Rosi & Gardner law firm.

Posted by Nancy | February 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Experienced, Professional, Compassionate and a Great Communicator

I hired Gary Gardner to handle my divorce after firing an incompetent attorney. Mr. Gardner is experienced and truly listens to your requests and needs, which is the support you need at such a difficult and emotional time. He is someone I trust and I feel secure in trusting his advice. Mr.Gardner ...has always been quick to respond to my phone calls and emails. When there is an update regarding my case, he is quick to inform me. No need to chase him down! I find him to be compassionate and truthful. The support staff in his office is Professional, Friendly and Competent. At our first meeting I felt such a relief that he was going to take over my case. Sometimes you just know when someone is the right fit for you. I certainly did not feel this way with my first attorney and I feel lucky to have him representing me. Gary has and continues to present me with multiple options to every situation that arises, in addition to fully explaining the advantages and disadvantages of each option before my decision. This has made it easier for me to choose my direction. In short, I would recommend Gary Gardner to anyone in need of a Professional, Experienced and Efficient Attorney that has his client's best interests at heart.

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Gary A. Gardner's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Saffell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Gary is a smart, hard working and trusted attorney. Over many years and many cases I have found him to be strong advocate for his clients and to be reasonable in reaching solutions to difficult issues."

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Shelley Kester

Family lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have opposed Gary Gardner on a number of cases throughout the years. Gary knows the law; is even tempered, is mindful of his client's objectives and is pragmatic in his approach on the cases we have had together. Gary is trained in Collaborative law and has been an effective collaborative lawyer on our mutual cases. I respect Gary Gardner and endorse his capabilities as a family law attorney."

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James Saffell

Litigation lawyer

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Shelley Kester

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1997

Pro Bono Attorney "Gold Club", Saginaw County Bar Association

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Attorney & President, Rosi & Gardner, P.C.

1999 - 2001

Associate, Smith & Johnson Attorneys, PC

1996 - 1999

Staff Attorney, Uaw Gm Legal Services Plan

1995 - 1996

Staff Attorney, Legal Services Of Eastern Michigan

Associations

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Family Law Section Member

2002 - Present

Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

Kiwanis Club of Traverse City

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Kares v Kares & E-Z Erectors, Inc.

Successfully enforced child & spousal support and attorney fee awards from New Jersey

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Education

1995

Washington University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Beloit College

Certificate

1992

Monmouth College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Divorce Series Receivership in Divorce

2016

The Corner of Income St. & Asset Avenue: Michigan Debt Collection Michigan Collection Law & Processes

2001

Creditors Rights Institute

Post-Judgment Collection

Publications

2017

1999

Michigan Bar Journal The Fair Credit Reporting Act: Implications for 1999 and Beyond

Languages

English

Activity

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