Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Grand Rapids Family Law Firm
Kraayeveld Family Law has served clients in West Michigan for over 30 years with a singular focus on family law. Our attorneys combine bold advocacy with compassionate representation, prioritizing client needs in divorce, child custody, and high-asset disputes. We adhere to core values of tenacity, ethical transparency, and community service, leveraging a network of experts to protect clients' financial and familial interests. With offices in Grand Rapids, we offer personalized legal strategies backed by decades of experience in complex family law matters. Services
Divorce
Child Custody
High Asset Divorce
Family Law Appeals
Prenuptial Agreements
Spousal Support
Parental Relocations
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in Michigan family law
- Our attorneys prepare cases for trial to strengthen negotiation positions
- We maintain client confidentiality and discretion throughout legal proceedings
- Our team includes court-approved mediators for settlement-focused resolution
- We serve clients across West Michigan with localized legal expertise
What people say
Great comfort and clarity
Knowledgeable attorneys
Timely communication
Increased monetary settlement
Dedicated team
Services
Divorce Representation
Our attorneys handle contested and uncontested divorces with strategic preparation for trial. We protect client interests in property division, spousal support, and child custody matters. Our approach combines aggressive advocacy with personalized solutions for West Michigan residents.
Child Custody Advocacy
We represent clients in custody disputes and parenting time arrangements. Our team focuses on children's best interests while protecting parental rights through court proceedings or mediation in Grand Rapids and surrounding areas.
High Asset Divorce
Specialized handling of complex asset division involving real estate, business interests, and investment portfolios. We employ forensic accountants to ensure fair valuation and protection of financial interests in high-net-worth divorces.
Family Law Appeals
Our team challenges unfavorable court decisions through the appellate process. We identify procedural errors and prepare compelling arguments for Michigan Court of Appeals cases involving custody, support, and property division.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft and review prenuptial agreements to protect assets and establish clear terms for property division. Our attorneys ensure legal enforceability while addressing clients' long-term financial security concerns.
People
James Kraayeveld
Founding Attorney
With over 30 years of family law experience, James established the firm's reputation for tenacious advocacy. He focuses on complex divorce cases and mentors attorneys while maintaining active trial practice.
Brooke Johnston
Attorney
Recognized by Super Lawyers, Brooke specializes in high-stakes custody cases. She combines strategic thinking with compassionate representation to protect client interests in contentious family law matters.
Kelsey McCalmon
Attorney
Focusing on custody and support issues, Kelsey provides practical solutions for clients. She balances courtroom readiness with negotiation skills to achieve favorable outcomes in Michigan family courts.
Questions
What family law services do you offer in Michigan?
We handle divorce, child custody, spousal support, high asset division, prenuptial agreements, and family law appeals across West Michigan.
How does your firm approach divorce cases?
We prepare every case for trial to strengthen negotiation positions while prioritizing client confidentiality and financial protection throughout the process.
Can you handle complex asset division?
Yes, our team works with forensic accountants and experts to value and divide complex assets including businesses, real estate, and investment portfolios.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide court-approved mediation while maintaining readiness for trial to protect client interests in contested matters.
How are child custody decisions made?
Courts consider the child's best interests, including living arrangements, parental relationships, and educational needs. We advocate for practical custody solutions.
