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Peter Michael Kulas
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Biography
I was born in Hahn, Germany and lived there for eight years until my father retired from the Air Force and Tucson, Arizona became home.
After receiving my Bachelor's Degree from Arizona State University, I moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan and attended Thomas M. Cooley Law School on an academic scholarship. After surviving three insanely cold winters and falling in love, Grand Rapids became my new home.
The goal of my practice is to take what inspired me to go to law school and make it a reality. I want to go home at night knowing I am making a difference in the world and helping people who might not otherwise have someone to assist them.
I have worked with the ACLU of Arizona, the Kent County Public Defender's Office, Miller, Canfield, Paddock, & Stone, and recently with Warner Norcross + Judd. This diverse experience allows me to bring unique perspective and rigor to each and every case.
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Licensed in Michigan for 16 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2009
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Showing 6 - 10 of 12 reviews | Child Custody
Posted by Amber | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Moral, Polite, Honest
Peter is amazing. We got hit with a motion that would have us doing most of the transportation and have us miss out on holidays. Instead, we got a fair amount of travel, holidays and school breaks. He was honest about being fair, always polite even with the other counsel was rude (Anne E. Lewis, don'...
Posted by Amanda | April 09, 2015 | Child Custody
Professional, knowledgable, attentive, personable
I enlisted Peter's services when confronted with the fact that, unfortunately, we needed legal representation in my child custody matter. Immediately upon meeting Peter, I could sense his professionalism, his knowledge of family law, and his humanity. Throughout the trial, Peter was consistently (a...
Posted by Erik | April 15, 2014 | Child Custody
Trustworthy, Knowledgeable, Wonderful to Work With
We hired Mr. Kulas for our child custody and parenting time case. He provided excellent service that was above and beyond what we expected. He was very upfront and honest about the entire process. We know exactly what to expect and when right from the beginning. It was great to not feel in the dark a...
Posted by Raquel | May 17, 2013 | Child Custody
Professional, Aggressive, and fights for what you deserve!
I was a victim of Domestic Violence for over 9 years and once I found the courage to finally take charge of my life and file for divorce I tried to do it on my own by starting the process with out a lawyer (BIG MISTAKE) ...things then got messy and I had to seek for legal advice. I contacted and met...
Posted by Chris | August 07, 2012 | Child Custody
Peter worked hard for me
Peter helped me out to know more of what to do and helped me in my case. He took his time to tell me the law and did what he could to get what's best for my kids. I plan to use Peter for my case coming up in a few months.
Peter Michael Kulas's Lawyer Endorsements
"Michael Kulas is a great family law attorney. I had the distinct pleasure of seeing her legal expertise in action and I would not hesitate to recommend this lawyer to any client in need."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Peter is as knowledgeable in the law and as compassionate as they come when representing his clients. His passion and integrity for his work is not found everywhere in the practice of law and he has that same passion and integrity whether he is representing someone in a custody matter, or any other pursuit in his life. Peter is a great friend and someone who I hold in the highest regard in this legal community."
"Peter and I serve together on the council for the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan. His positions on matters that come before the council are always well-reasoned and demonstrate his thorough grasp of the applicable law."
"I have worked with Peter Kulas on several cases. He is an excellent attorney. I have found him to be knowledgeable, professional, and family focused. I highly recommend him as an attorney."
"I endorse Peter. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Honest advice, practical answers on AVVO. He is a skilled and concerned advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is very professional, extremely knowledgable, and well-respected."
"Peter approaches his cases with a level of professionalism that is becoming far less common in this field than it should be. I have had an opportunity to work with Peter and was pleased at his reasonable yet realistic approach to the case. Peter treats his clients with respect, and truly is a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended!"
"I highly recommend the services of Attorney Kulas. As a colleague throughout law school it was apparent that Attorney Kulas has the drive and passion to make him a successful advocate for clients. That has certainly carried into his practice and translated to success."
"Throughout the time I've known Peter, he has always been a dedicated advocate. He is knowledgeable, and most importably, fights for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Peter is a great family law lawyer. He is skillful and forms a great professional relationship with his clients."
"Peter Kulas is an excellent lawyer. I have referred clients to him for Family Law matters and when I have questions myself about Family Law he is the first lawyer I talk to. He is also easy to talk to and able to clearly explain the law in a way an ordinary person can understand. I highly recommend Peter."
"The attorney I would turn to if I needed guidance in family law."
"I endorse Attorney Kulas. Mr. Kulas is not only competent in his field of law, he is compassionate and extremely dedicated to obtaining the best outcome for those he serves. I am proud to call him a Michigan Colleague and Law School Alumni. I gladly endorse Attorney Kulas!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kulas is not only a great friend and colleague, but a serious advocate for his clients. He works with compassion and integrity! Traits difficult to find among the field! I highly recommend Mr. Kulas!"
"Peter is a caring and compassionate attorney that will always be in your corner."
"Mr. Kulas is a very professional, respectful, hard-working attorney who truly goes the extra mile for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Kulas in a variety of matters and recommend him as an advocate. Mr. Kulas is knowledgeable, organized, honest, and fair."
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Experience
Honors
2008
Certificate of Merit - Pre-Trial Skills, Thomas M. Cooley - Grand Rapids
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Attorney, Kulas Law Office, PLLC
2009 - Present
Contract Attorney, Miller Canfield Paddock & Stone
2008 - 2009
Volunteer, Kent County Public Defender's Office
2008 - 2009
West Law Student Representative, Thomson West
Associations
2013 - Present
American Civil Liberties Union of MichiganBoard Member
2013 - Present
Grand Rapids Bar Association, Children's Law SectionAttorney Member
2012 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Young Lawyers SectionBoard Member
2009 - Present
State Bar of MichiganAttorney Member
2009 - Present
Family Law Section of Michigan State BarExecutive Council
2009 - Present
Grand Rapids Bar Association, Family Law SectionAttorney Member
2008 - Present
Grand Rapids Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2013 - 2014
Grand Rapids Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionChair
2012 - 2013
Grand Rapids Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionVice Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
US v. Jaime Olguin-Garcia
PPO Request
PPO granted and extended for 5 years
Education
2009
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Arizona State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section Mid-Summer Conference
Update on the Status of Marriage Equality in Michigan
2013
It's All Right! Civil Rights That Is.
Constitutional Law Overview
2013
ICLE Annual Family Law Seminar
Hot Topics in Divorce Law
2012
Estate Planning and Other Legal Issues for the LGBT Community
Estate Planning and Other Legal Issues for the LGBT Community
2011
Gay Love v Michigan Law
Estate Planning for Same-sex Couples
2010
God's Love vs. Michigan Law
Same-Sex Marriage in Michigan
Publications
2014
Stout Risius Ross
The Marriage Equality Movement after US v. Windsor: Resulting Litigation and Changes Across the Nation
2014
State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section
The Marriage Equality Movement after US v Windsor: considerations for Michigan
2011
The Network News
Gay Love v. Michigan Law to Take Place at The Network
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What are my options? Can I get custody?
15 Dec 2020
Q&A
If a father has been absent 3 years is the previous parenting order still relevant and in place?
19 Dec 2020
Q&A
Can My Ex just pop up at my house without consent through Friend Of the Court?
27 Nov 2012
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Spousal support: Deciding between modifiable and non-modifiable
11 Nov 2013
Legal Guide
What are the factors the court considers for Spousal Support?
21 Nov 2012
Legal Guide
What is Required to Modify Parenting Time?
28 Nov 2011