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

Hidden Assets In A Divorce

Before you settle, obtain knowledge about your marital assets!  It’s not uncommon for spouses to lack all of the financial information in a marriage. But, it’s critical that, through the divorce process, you obtain all of the financial information such as bank accounts, retirement accounts, pensions, stocks, and business information in order to negotiate the […]

Should I Seek Legal Advice If My Divorce Will Be Amicable?

Many divorcing couples are looking to divorce amicably. And seeking legal advice may be viewed as hostile or taking an aggressive step against the other party.  But this could not be further from the truth. Seeking legal advice can actually help divorcing couples through the divorce process. There are steps family law attorneys can take […]