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Laurie Schmitt Family Law

W. Michigan family law specializing in Collaborative Divorce

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616.608.4634

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    • About Laurie Schmitt
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    • Mediation
    • Spousal Support
    • Spousal Support Modification
    • Annulments
    • Separate Maintenance
    • Alternative Divorce Options
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    • Limited Scope Services
    • Child Custody
    • Change of Domicile
    • Post-Judgement Modification
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Alternative Divorce Options

There are forms of alternative dispute resolution such as mediation and collaborative divorce.

It makes no sense to allow a Judge to have complete control of your future. You know your needs and the needs of your family. Why not take control and consider an alternative to Court such as mediation or collaborative divorce? Laurie Schmitt is a trained mediator and collaborative lawyer, and believes strongly in the power of alternative dispute resolution.

We strive to resolve your legal issues in a manner which reduces the expense and emotional toll associated with a traditional divorce.

What Our Clients Are Saying

I was looking for an attorney that was knowledgeable in handling a divorce case and let me tell anyone who needs an attorney Ms. Schmitt knows her stuff.  She gets right to the point and doesn’t waste your time or your  money.  I will definitely be hiring her again in the future.
– R.B.

401 Hall Street SW
Suite 112D
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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From The Blog

What is a Mutual Restraining Order in a Divorce?

If you intend to file for a divorce, and have any type of assets, it is wise to discuss with your attorney how you will protect those assets while the divorce is ongoing. WHAT IS A MUTUAL RESTRAINING ORDER?  A mutual restraining order is a document prohibiting parties from disposing or hiding the parties’ assets. […]

What Is a Judgment Of Divorce

A Judgment of Divorce is the legal document that finalizes the divorce process. It is the written court order that formally dissolves the marriage.  WHAT DOES A JUDGMENT OF DIVORCE CONTAIN? The Judgment of Divorce contains the terms of the judge’s ruling after trial on all aspects of the divorce, or the specific terms of […]

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Laurie K. Schmitt
Attorney, Mediator, and Collaborative Lawyer

401 Hall Street SW
Suite 112D
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Phone: 616.608.4634

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Laurie Schmitt of Schmitt Law, PLLC is a West Michigan family law attorney specializing in collaborative divorce as well as separation, divorce, child custody and support, paternity, and other family law litigation. She is licensed by Michigan State Bar and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan, and has extensive advanced training in divorce mediation and collaborative divorce.

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