Jodi J. Doak

Jodi J. Doak

4.8
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 23 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Boyne City, MI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Criminal Defense, Probate

219 E Main St #1, Boyne City, MI

About Jodi

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

Your children are your most important asset. To make sure your parenting schedule is fair to both parents, call Attorney Doak today for a case evaluation.

23 years | 250 cases

25%
Criminal Defense 25%

Defense of criminal misdemeanors and felonies

23 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

If you are looking to end your marriage, Attorney Doak can help you through this. Chances are good it will be an emotionally trying and difficult period in your life. You will need a lawyer that is compassionate yet aggressive.

23 years | 300 cases

25%
Probate 25%

When someone you love passes away, we are here for you to help you manage the probate process, which can be quite difficult and confusing.

23 years | 100 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 23 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2002

Active in Good Standing

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

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4.8 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Heather | August 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

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 Barry Fisher | August 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

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

Posted by Joe | April 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great experience

I used Doak Law (Jodi Doak) for both my divorce and child custody case, neither were easy, both went to trial. Jodi was amazing, always ready for anything and everything. Jodi was always there for me, she was absolutely wonderful. Both my cases she got exactly what I wanted. During that time I got to... know Jodi the great attorney, as well as Jodi the the great person. I learned very fast in court that I had the right person on my side, she was always the most talented attorney in the room. I would 100% recommend Doak Law to anyone. I can mot thank Jodi and the people at Doak law enough. Joe

Posted by Alexis | April 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

I don’t think I could have done this without her

Jodi helped me through easily one of the hardest time of my life, my divorce. I entered into it overwhelmed and afraid and being bullied by my now ex husband. She talked me through every step of our divorce helping me to understand the process and my rights. She responded to me in a timely manner e...very time I reached out to her. She is extremely busy so I was impressed that she was able to get back to me within a day or two. I had a car accident and waited a week or two for that lawyer many times during that case. Jodi was incredible. I would recommend her to anyone I know hands down. She made this experience so much easier and helped keep my anxiety at bay throughout the entire experience. Thank you so much to Jodi and her entire office staff.

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional, Knowledgeable and Caring.

Jodi Doak represented me in a divorce case. It was my first time requesting to see an attorney for any reason. I didn't know what to expect or what sort of questions to ask? However, She was able to ask me key questions, which made it easier for me to understand the legal rights of a person facing a ...divorce.There were several instances where she was available to speak to me on very short notice with no appointment. This availability made it possible for me to speak with her and feel at ease with my divorce case. I personally recommend Attorney Jodi Doak and her firm for all divorce matters or family issues. She is knowledgeable, professional and caring.

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Timothy Arner

General practice lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Christopher Kuehn

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Other

"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."

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Roger Johnson

Unknown lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Other

"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!!!"

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Wanda Losher

Family lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"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

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

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 Michigan

Member

2007 - Present

SBM Children's Law Section

Member

2003 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Admitted

2009 - 2013

American Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2009

Emmet-Charlevoix Bar Association

President

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

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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

Languages

English

Activity

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