Business Details
Schmeltzer Law: Michigan Legal Solutions for Families & Businesses
At Schmeltzer Law, we approach every case with a commitment to personalized legal solutions. Our team prioritizes clear communication and compassionate representation, ensuring clients understand their options while navigating complex legal challenges. With expertise in family law, small business matters, probate, estate planning, and appellate advocacy, we provide strategic counsel tailored to individual needs.We emphasize proactive planning to prevent legal issues and deliver efficient, cost-effective resolutions. Our practice combines deep procedural knowledge with a focus on protecting client interests across all stages of litigation and transactional work. By maintaining transparency throughout the legal process, we empower clients to make informed decisions that align with their personal and professional goals.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody Planning
Business Formation
Estate Planning
Appellate Advocacy
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized legal strategies tailored to your specific circumstances
- Our team maintains active involvement in complex appellate advocacy
- We provide proactive legal planning to prevent future business disputes
- Our practice combines family law expertise with small business counsel
- We emphasize transparent communication throughout the legal process
Services
Divorce Representation
Our team guides clients through all aspects of divorce proceedings including asset division, spousal support, and child custody arrangements. We help explore alternatives like legal separation or collaborative divorce while prioritizing client objectives. With experience in Michigan family law, we work to achieve equitable solutions that protect long-term interests.
Estate Planning
We assist with creating comprehensive estate plans using wills, trusts, and advanced directives. Our practice handles probate administration and guardianship matters while ensuring client wishes are documented clearly. We help families navigate post-death legal requirements and resolve inheritance concerns efficiently.
Small Business Counsel
From formation to dispute resolution, we provide legal support for small businesses at every stage. Our services include contract drafting, partnership agreements, and operational compliance guidance. We focus on preventive legal strategies to minimize risks while supporting business growth objectives.
Appellate Advocacy
Our firm handles appeals in civil and family law matters, identifying procedural errors for higher court review. We develop strategic legal arguments supported by case law precedents. With experience in federal appellate courts, we work to overturn unfavorable judgments through thorough brief preparation and oral advocacy.
Child Custody Planning
We help establish custody arrangements that prioritize children's best interests while addressing parental rights. Our approach covers visitation schedules, decision-making authority, and support calculations under Michigan guidelines. We assist with modifying existing orders to reflect changing family circumstances.
People
Lori B. Schmeltzer
Attorney
Licensed in federal appellate courts, Lori provides tailored legal solutions with over 15 years of experience in complex family law and business matters. She focuses on practical outcomes aligned with client goals.
Destinee Eaton
Office Administrator
Managing client relations and office operations, Destinee ensures smooth case coordination with attention to detail. She serves as primary contact for new client onboarding and case status updates.
Questions
What family law matters do you handle?
We represent clients in divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, spousal support determinations, and stepparent adoptions across Michigan.
Can you assist with business formation?
Yes, we guide small business owners through entity selection, contract drafting, and operational compliance requirements to establish legal foundations.
Do you handle appellate cases?
Our firm actively practices in federal appellate courts, challenging unfavorable judgments through strategic legal arguments and brief preparation.
What estate planning documents do you prepare?
We create wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives while assisting with probate administration and guardianship matters.
How do you approach divorce proceedings?
We explore all options including collaborative divorce and mediation while preparing for litigation to protect client interests in asset division and custody matters.
