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Jodi J. Doak
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Biography
Mrs. Doak graduated from Thomas Cooley Law School in 2001 as the most decorated student in the school’s history, tying for 5thhighest GPA in the schools history. She was awarded the designation “Summa Cum Laude” student (highest GPA in her class which started with over 500 students). Mrs. Doak received multiple awards, including 11 of the coveted “book awards” also called certificates of merit, representing the top grade in 11 courses. She describes her time in law school as one of the most fulfilling and challenging experiences of her life.
Ms. Doak graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic’s special Supper Honor’s Program Magna Cum Laude, which she credits with much of her later success in law school. She has a Bachelor of Arts in English and History.
Mrs. Doak loved moving into her practice which was more rewarding, as she loves to help real people and solve real problems. In November of 2003, the Emmet County Circuit Court swore her in, and she then established the Doak Law Firm, PC, being the first female attorney in to open an office in Boyne City, Michigan.
For a short time (about a year), Mrs. Doak worked part time for the Schraw & Associates, PC, where she worked with attorney Thomas Schraw. While there and while working for the Doak Law Firm for the last 13 years, she has actively handled cases in the areas of Custody, Child Support, and Family Law, Business, Criminal Defense and Personal Injury.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Child Custody
25%
22 years | 250 cases
Criminal Defense
25%
22 years | 1,000 cases
Divorce and Separation
25%
22 years | 300 cases
Probate
25%
22 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Michigan for 23 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Doak Law Firm, PC
219 E Main St #1, Boyne City, MI, 49712
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Jodi J. Doak's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 22 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Heather | August 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Top Notch Lawyer
Jodi is an excellent lawyer!! She was my lawyer for a divorce custody case. She walked me through each step & made a tough situation easier with her guidance. She's got your back & will do what needs to be done. I can't recommend her enough!! Thank you Jodi
Posted by Ginger | June 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent attorney
I have had the pleasure of being represented by Jodi Doak, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. As a psychologist in Michigan, I value qualities such as trustworthiness, honesty, and diligence, all of which Jodi embodies perfectly. She is a relentless advocate who fights to the end for her clien...
Posted by Traci | February 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Attorney ever!
I wanna say that Jodi is a Great lawyer! She did everything and more! She is amazing! She gave me my life back and for that I can’t thank her enough! You want a lawyer that will fight for you.. she is the lawyer you want!
Posted by Desiree | January 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best lawyer in town
This is the best intelligent knowledgeable attorney I know. She is caring,honest and 100 percent up front. She will walk you through answering questions so you feel comfortable.
Posted by Barry Fisher | August 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding Attorney
Jodi J. Doak , is very understanding, honest, walked me through each step of my divorce. At the short notice I gave her before my hearings. If I could give 10 star rating I would. Jodi did what she told me and got me more then I thought I would in my settlement. Thank you again.. Hands up
Jodi J. Doak's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I began working with Mrs. Doak in December of 2015 when I joined her office. I have found her to be extremely intelligent, compassionate, hard working, and of the upmost integrity. She never runs from a fight. As an attorney with over 30 years of my own experience, I can confidently say that anyone who is in need of an attorney would be fortunate to have Jodi in their corner."
"I have known Jodi since we were Law Students together. I have never met a person with as much professionalism and ability to make sure she gets the job done right. I can give her no higher recommendation then saying if I had a family member who needed legal work done, Jodi would be the one to do it."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jodi is one the most dedicated individuals I have ever met. She will go the extra step to achieve the highest result!!!"
"Jodi is one of the best, if not THE best family law attorney in the area. She really cares about the outcome for her clients and does her best to get the job done."
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Experience
Honors
2001
James E. Burns Memorial Award, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2000
Certificate of Merit (Book Award) Family Law, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2000
Certificate of Merit (Book Award) Research and Writing, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1999
Certificate of Merit (Book Award) Civil Proceedure I, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1999
Certificate of Merit (Book Award) Property II, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1999
Certificate of Merit (Book Award) Contracts II, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1999
Certificate of Merit (Book Award) Torts II, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1999
Certificate of Merit (Book Award) Constitutional Law II, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1999
Certificate of Merit (Book Award) Constitutional Law I, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1999
Raymond Burr Award in Criminal Law, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1999
Shane Joseph Johnson Award, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1998
Certificate of Merit (Book Award) Torts I, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1998
Certificate of Merit (Book Award) Criminal Law, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1998
Certificate of Merit (Book Award) Property I, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Owner, Doak Law Firm, PC
2012 - 2014
Prosecuting Attorney, Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians
2003 - 2005
Associate Attorney, Schraw & Associates, PC
2001 - 2003
Assistant, Bruce Cochran
2001 - 2002
Intern, Schraw & Associates, PC
1995 - 1996
Assitant, West Palm Beach Public Defender's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorneys of MichiganMember
2007 - Present
SBM Children's Law SectionMember
2003 - Present
State Bar of MichiganAdmitted
2009 - 2013
American Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2009
Emmet-Charlevoix Bar AssociationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Naravaez v. Rittely
client's award of support and finding of paternity upheld; $23,000 in attorney fees awarded against the opposing party
People v. Anonymous
Dismissed by Agreement
Susana Naravez Terran v. Rittley
Client awarded support and paternity established
People v. Anonymous
Found Not Guilty
In Re S.G.
Dismissed after appeal
Education
2012
SCAO
Certificate
2012
SCAO
Certificate
2001
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Juris Doctor
1997
Palm Beach Atlantic University
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2009
Charlevoix Emmet Bar Association Moderator / Announcer
Electronic Filing in Michigan Courts
2009
Charlevoix Emmet Bar Association Meeting - Law Day Moderator
Law Day
Publications
2016
Doak Law Firm Website
Should I Have A Will Or Trust? Lesson 1. What is Probate?
2012
Petoskey News Review
Jodi Doak looks to take fear out of talking to an attorney
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can daughter in law evict her father in law nephew from home after uncle dies ?
01 Jun 2024
Q&A
Will the property go to myself and sibling since grandmother is gone and mother is gone also
06 Jun 2024
Q&A
How do I obtain my personal belongings from my towed vehicle if I can not afford the tow/storage fee.
28 Jul 2016