Business Details
32 Years
experience
Experienced Family Law Attorney in Waterford, MI
As a dedicated family law attorney with over 28 years of experience, I have devoted my career to guiding clients through complex legal challenges in Oakland County and beyond. My practice focuses on delivering both compassionate counsel and tenacious advocacy, ensuring clients understand their rights while striving for equitable resolutions in divorce, custody, and support matters. Since 1994, I have represented hundreds of clients, combining deep familiarity with the local court system and a commitment to affordable, transparent legal services.My approach prioritizes client education and empowerment, whether through negotiation or litigation, while maintaining the highest ethical standards. Recognized by peers and clients alike for my preparedness, professionalism, and results-driven representation, I offer free initial consultations to help individuals make informed decisions about their legal futures.
Services
Divorce & Separation
Child Custody
Child Support
Visitation / Parenting Time
Alimony / Spousal Support
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 28 years of focused family law experience in Oakland County courts
- Our team provides free initial consultations for qualifying family law matters
- We maintain transparent, affordable fee structures for all clients
- Our attorney is recognized for thorough preparation and ethical advocacy
- We combine local court expertise with personalized client support
What people say
Compassionate and effective representation
Saved me thousands with expertise
Excellent attorney communication
Thorough case preparation
Highly recommend for family law
Services
Divorce & Separation
Comprehensive legal representation for divorce and separation cases, including asset division, custody arrangements, and spousal support negotiations. Our approach balances compassionate guidance with aggressive advocacy to protect client interests while minimizing emotional stress. Services include court preparation, mediation, and trial representation tailored to individual needs.
Child Custody
Strategic custody arrangement planning focusing on children's best interests. We handle legal and physical custody determinations, parenting time schedules, and modification requests. Our practice emphasizes creating workable solutions while vigorously defending parental rights through negotiation or litigation when necessary.
Child Support
Accurate child support calculation and enforcement services based on Michigan guidelines. We assist with initial determinations, modification requests, and compliance enforcement. Our approach ensures fair financial arrangements while considering each family's unique circumstances and children's needs.
Visitation / Parenting Time
Structured visitation plan development and dispute resolution. We create detailed parenting time schedules, address relocation issues, and modify existing arrangements. Our practice focuses on maintaining meaningful parent-child relationships while ensuring practical, enforceable solutions that adapt to changing family dynamics.
Alimony / Spousal Support
Tailored spousal support guidance covering temporary and long-term arrangements. We analyze financial disparities, lifestyle factors, and marriage duration to develop fair support frameworks. Services include modification requests and enforcement actions while balancing client financial realities with legal obligations.
People
Starla Zehr
Attorney
Family law attorney with 28 years of experience in Oakland County. Specializes in divorce, custody, and support cases. Recognized for ethical advocacy and client-focused representation. Graduated from Wayne State University Law School in 1994.
Questions
What areas of law does Starla Zehr specialize in?
Starla Zehr focuses exclusively on family law matters including divorce, child custody, child support, visitation rights, and spousal support in Oakland County, Michigan.
Is the initial consultation free?
Yes, free confidential consultations are available for qualifying family law cases to help clients understand their legal options before proceeding.
How long has Starla Zehr been practicing law?
Attorney Starla Zehr has specialized in family law since 1994, providing legal representation in Oakland County courts for over 28 years.
What makes Starla Zehr different from other attorneys?
Her combination of local court expertise, ethical advocacy, and personalized client support distinguishes her practice, with testimonials highlighting her preparation and results.
What are the office hours for consultations?
Consultations are available by appointment only at the Waterford office location, with flexible scheduling to accommodate client needs.
