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Michelle Louise Steffen
About Michelle
Biography
I help parents understand and navigate Michigan's child support system. I also write legal blog articles for other attorneys.
All law schools are not created equal, and I graduated from top-tier Southern Methodist University's Dedman School of Law, with honors and a member of the SMU International Law Review. I scored at the 99th percentile on the ACT, the 90th percentile on the LSAT and about the 94th percentile on the bar exam. In high school, I won awards for achievement in math, and I'm proud to be in the minority of attorneys who enjoy number crunching. I can help you understand Michigan's child support system, or help you write a fun and informative article for your legal blog.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Family
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18 years | 300 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 225-250 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 18 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2007
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Location
Law Offices of Michelle Louise Steffen
1004 E Eighth St, Traverse City, MI, 49686-2626
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Posted by Danielle | March 09, 2015 | Child Support
Professional and Personable
I had zero experience with the child support system of Michigan or what to expect from working with an attorney to determine the rights of my child’s father and myself. Michelle went above and beyond to answer all of my questions in detail. She was efficient and professional, and personable enough to...
Michelle Louise Steffen's Lawyer Endorsements
"If I have any questions regarding child support and family law, I always talk to Michelle first. Her knowledge of child support law is superb. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"If you are looking for a determined, experienced and knowledgeable attorney to defend you in a criminal matter, please call Michelle."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Top 1% of Attorneys Nationwide, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Top Lawyer, The Global Directory of Who's Who
2015
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2015
Top 10 Under 40 - Family Law - Nominated, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, Inc.
2015
Criminal Law "10 Best" Attorneys - Nominated, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2014
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, Razavi Law, PLLC
2009 - 2013
Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Benzie County Prosecutor's Office
2007 - 2009
Ordinance Prosecutor, City of Holland
2006 - 2006
Intern - Legal Department, City of Grand Rapids
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, Cummings McClorey Davis & Acho
Associations
2016 - Present
CPR, AED and First Aid CertifiedAmerican Heart Association
2016 - Present
Traverse City Area Public SchoolsEast Middle School - Cheerleading Coach
2016 - Present
Traverse City Area Public SchoolsPiano Accompanist - Central High School, East Middle School
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Vanderberg
Court found in our favor, reversing the lower court's decision
Education
2007
Southern Methodist University
J.D., cum laude
2004
Hillsdale College
B.A., magna cum laude
2000
Grand Rapids Baptist High School
High School Diploma, summa cum laude
N/A
Georgetown University
n/a
Speaking Engagements
2015
Local News
Defamation and Social Media
2014
WTCM Radio
Media and the Law
2013
Paternity and Child Support Conference
Michigan Child Support Calculations
2012
Council on Aging
Consumer Fraud and Elder Care
2012
Benzie County Law Day
Criminal Prosecution
Publications
2014
2014 - Updates
Michigan Child Support Calculator
2012
www.miestimator.com
Michigan Child Support Calculator
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
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11 Nov 2014
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18 year old caught smoking pot, what happens next?
31 Oct 2014
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Can a traffic citation be dismissed if wrong make, model, year, plate number, and plate state are entered on the ticket?
23 Oct 2014