Laurie Schmitt Family Law

W. Michigan family law specializing in Collaborative Divorce

616.608.4634

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 believe my case was far more work than Laurie had anticipated, but she’s been patient and extremely thorough until the end. She has helped me in so many ways – not only with her legal advice but advising me with coping strategies with difficult people. I would absolutely hire Laurie again.
– T.P.

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

From The Blog

The Most Frequently Asked Questions As It Relates To Divorce

1. WHAT WILL THE TOTAL COST OF ATTORNEY’S FEES BE IN MY DIVORCE CASE? There is no one size fits all answer for this question. The total cost of attorney’s fees for your divorce will depend on many factors such as who you retain as your divorce attorney, their hourly rate, the complexity of the […]

Communication With Your Attorney

It is important in the early stages of your relationship with your attorney to understand and agree to the preferred method of contact between you and your attorney.  Do they prefer emails, texts, or telephone calls?  If you establish an agreement about communication when you retain your attorney, you will find that communication, and responses […]