$ 300-300 per hour
About Michelle
Biography
A graduate of Hendrix College, Michelle received her law degree at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock School of Law. Her professional experience includes:
Over 33 years in practice
Certified Mediator / Third Party Neutral
Certified in Collaborative Law
Emphasis in Family Law, Divorce, Adoptions, Custody, Visitation and related litigation
Former Member, Arkansas Bar Association Committee on Professional Conduct
Past President and active member of the Garland County Bar Association
Recipient 2002 Garland County Bar Association Professionalism Award
2002-2003 Boss of the Year by Garland County Legal Support Professionals
AV Preeminent® rated since 2007, which is the highest peer rating standard for an attorney. This rating signifies that a large number of the lawyer's peers rank her at the highest level of professional excellence for her legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
40%
40 years
Child Custody
35%
40 years
Mediation
15%
17 years
Adoption
10%
40 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Arkansas for 39 years
State: Arkansas
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
Legacy Law Group
135 Section Line Rd # 5, Hot Springs, AR, 71913-6431
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Michelle Strause's Reviews
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Posted by Amanda | September 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Worth every penny
She handled a custody case/child support settlement for me. She knew how to win in a way that was classy and got me pretty much everything I wanted. She supported me and protected me from the baby's father's lawyer who seemed to be ok with going around the law if need be to meet his goals. Very ap...
Posted by Kevin | September 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommend
Michelle is an outstanding attorney that I would recommend to anyone needing those services. She is very detail oriented, cares about her clients and her work, and takes the time to always be available when needed.
Posted by anonymous | January 5, 2015
An attorney who cares
Michelle is the most down-to-earth attorney I have ever met. I am thankful for all of her guidance in the times I have utilized her as my attorney and I highly recommend her.
Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2014
Honest Attorney.
I was a client of Mrs. Strause a few years ago and she is amazing. The office staff was friendly; Michelle was patient and understanding of my stresses; and she helped me get through one of the hardest times of my life. I am thankful for honest lawyers such as Michelle.
Michelle Strause's Lawyer Endorsements
"Michelle exemplifies the perfect combination of experience, intelligence, diligence and compassion. She is a very gifted attorney and represents her clients to the fullest. She has earned the respect of many through her high-quality legal work."
"Michelle is a remarkable attorney. Her charisma and passion are second to none. Michelle is a pleasure to work with and I am honored to call her a friend in addition to colleague."
"Michelle is a great attorney. I worked as opposing counsel against her on a very complex case. During that time, I gained great respect for her and her work. The quality of her work is outstanding and she was always prepared. I highly recommend her."
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Experience
Honors
2005
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Boss of the Year, Garland County Legal Professionals
2002
Professionalism Award, Garland County Bar Association
1992
Certificate of Achievement, Leadership Hot Springs
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Partner, Legacy Law Group, LLP
1991 - 2000
Attorney, Hobbs, Garnett, Naramore and Strause, P.A.
Associations
2013 - Present
Arkansas Bar AssociationHouse of Delegates
2008 - Present
Arkansas Bar Association Committee on Women in the LawBoard Member
2005 - Present
Garland County Library BoardPresident
2004 - Present
Arkansas Bar Association Committee on Professional Conduct - RulesBoard Member
1989 - Present
Garland County Bar AssociationPast President
1986 - Present
Arkansas Bar AssociationMember
1992 - 1995
Central Arkansas Legal ServicesBoard Member
1987 - 1992
Arkansas Bar Association Committee on Legal Services for the DeafChair
Education
1986
University of Arkansas at Little Rock, William H. Bowen School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Hendrix College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1981
Oxford University, St. Peter's College
Studies in British History and Literature
Languages
English