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    In Grand Traverse County, Michigan, there are 20 child custody lawyers available with 159+ reviews, ratings and specialties. Best‑reviewed attorneys appear first. Cities within the county are listed below for a more focused search.

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    Grand Traverse County Has 20 Child Custody Attorneys with 159 Reviews

    Jason Douglas Jenkinson

    Jason Douglas Jenkinson

    5.06 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Business, Contracts & Agreements and more
    Review: "Jason was very prompted he help us keep our house. He was very responsive with the bank and getting in touch with them to see what we had to do. Then kept us informed all the time and was very prompted on getting paperwork into the bank and to us...."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Lea Ann Sterling

    Lea Ann Sterling

    5.05 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Sterling Law Office handles most family law matters on behalf of both women and men, married and unmarried, including divorce, separation, custody, parenting time, paternity, pre-nuptial agreements, and personal protection orders. In addition to f...
    Rating:  8.7
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    Child Custody Lawyers in Grand Traverse County, MI

    Child custody lawyers represent parents in establishing physical and legal custody arrangements, parenting time, and visitation schedules. They advocate for the child’s best interests, draft parenting plans, negotiate agreements or mediate disputes, and present evidence in family court. When circumstances change, these attorneys seek modifications or enforcement of custody orders.

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    Child custody lawyers represent parents in establishing physical and legal custody arrangements, parenting time, and visitation schedules. They advocate for the child’s best interests, draft parenting plans, negotiate agreements or mediate disputes, and present evidence in family court. When circumstances change, these attorneys seek modifications or enforcement of custody orders.

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    Timothy P. Smith

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    Timothy P. Smith

    5.03 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Brain Injury, Personal Injury and more
    Smith & Johnson, Attorneys PC - Northern Michigan's child custody and support specialists
    Rating:  10
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    David M. Glancy

    David M. Glancy

    5.02 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Attorney David M. Glancy earned his Juris Doctorate from Michigan State University College of Law and was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 2004. He received his Bachelors Degree from Hope College (2001). Mr. Glancy is an active member of t...
    Rating:  7.0
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    John W. Tilley

    John W. Tilley

    5.02 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Mediation and more
    Review: "John Tilley helped me obtain custody of my children. He is knowledgeable and well respected by the judges. He always returned my phone calls promptly and showed genuine concern for my case throughout my divorce from my wife. He effectively defende..."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Jonathan Christopher Tomaso

    Jonathan Christopher Tomaso

    5.01 review
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation
    Bio: At Sterling Law Office, I handle mostly family law matters on behalf of both men and women, married and unmarried, including divorce, separation, custody, parenting time, paternity, pre-nuptial agreements, and personal protection orders. At Sterli...
    Rating:  6.4
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    Shelley A. Kester

    Shelley A. Kester

    4.968 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family and more
    Bio: I love being a family law attorney and am dedicated to serving and empowering my clients. My practice includes nearly all aspects of family law. Honored to serve as Chair Elect for the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan, I currently C...
    Rating:  10
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    Melissa Baumgartner Umulis

    Melissa Baumgartner Umulis

    4.815 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation
    Bio: Melissa received her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in 2006 and graduated cum laude from Pace University School of Law in 2010. Melissa’s practice includes representation of individuals in divorce, post-divorce, custody, pate...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Gerald F. Chefalo

    Gerald F. Chefalo

    4.628 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: On the first day of law school, they asked why were there. I replied that "I've always wanted to find out what was behind the wizard's curtain." Since that day, I have continued in my pursuit of knowledge and have been fascinated to learn that the...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Torree J. Breen

    Torree J. Breen

    4.69 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Estate Planning, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Torree J. Breen is a shareholder and has practiced law for over 20 years. She is the chair of the Estate Planning and Family Law Practice Groups and a member of the firm’s Hospitality and Alcohol Law Practice Group. Ms. Breen drafts wills, trusts,...
    Rating:  10
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    James W. Saffell

    James W. Saffell

    4.58 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family
    Bio: A graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder, James Saffell earned his law degree at the University of Denver College of Law in 1986. Mr. Saffell earned membership to the University of Denver Law Review and the National Moot Court Team for ...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Eric W. Phelps

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    Eric W. Phelps

    4.47 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Litigation, Divorce & Separation and more
    We serve individuals and families in issues of utmost importance--each with wisdom, courage & heart.
    Rating:  9.6
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    Lori B. Schmeltzer

    Lori B. Schmeltzer

    3.04 reviews
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Drawing upon life and work experiences, I seek to serve clients by providing practical legal solutions to life's complex problems. I will work with you to understand your needs, goals and legal objectives to determine the best plan of action to he...
    Rating:  6.4
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    M Marie Walker

    M Marie Walker

    1.01 review
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: "Per Aspera Ad Astra" From Difficulties to the Stars I am a former social worker who went into the law to be able to advocate more effectively for families and children. Nobody wins unless everybody wins. Call for a free consultation: Divorce-Cust...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Ray R. Ravary

    Ray R. Ravary

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    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Alimony, Business and more
    Rating:  6.5
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    Jordan N. Lindsey

    Jordan N. Lindsey

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    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 7 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Family, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Jordan N. Lindsey, Attorney & Counselor at Law, is an effective and empowering litigator of family law. She genuinely cares about each of her clients and the outcomes of their matters. She has an impressive educational background, as she earned he...
    Rating:  6.1
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    Cameron Ann Fraser

    Cameron Ann Fraser

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    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Native Peoples Law, Child Abuse and more
    Rating:  8.3
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    Roman S. Grucz

    Roman S. Grucz

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    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation and more
    Rating:  6.5
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    Jennifer P. Zeleznik

    Jennifer P. Zeleznik

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    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: I am an advocate with a strong desire to help others, and I take great pride in guiding people through the legal system while supporting them as they begin new chapters in their lives. Originally from Burr Ridge, Illinois—a suburb of Chicago—I alw...
    Rating:  6.6
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    Cynthia A Conlon

    Cynthia A Conlon

    Not yet reviewedReview Cynthia
    Grand Traverse County Child Custody Attorney
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Mediation, Criminal Defense and more
    Rating:  6.5
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