Wilson Kester The Empowered Divorce Source
Family Law | Serving Royal Oak, MI
231-563-5278Let the practice of Wilson Kester The Empowered Divorce Source in Royal Oak, Michigan be your Family advocate.
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Details Attorney Shelley A. Kester
Attorney Vivian A. Howell
Attorney Tim S. Cordes
Attorney Morgan T. Weiner
Attorney Ryan P. Stoner
Attorney Cassandra J. Suder
Attorney Elena A. Lentz
Attorney Kyle A. Debruycker
Attorney Julia Gazulli
Compassionate & Strategic Family Law & Divorce Attorneys in Michigan
Wilson Kester The Empowered Divorce Source is a Michigan-based law firm specializing exclusively in divorce and family law. Our team of experienced family law attorneys is devoted to providing compassionate, professional guidance to help you navigate complex legal challenges. With a deep understanding of family law and over 127 years of combined experience, our skilled family law attorneys are dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for each client. Wilson Kester emphasizes a compassionate, strategic, and client-centered approach, guiding individuals through emotional legal transitions.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Family Law
- Divorce
- Military Divorce
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Stepparent Adoption
- Prenuptial Agreements
Call 231-563-5278 today to arrange your initial consultation.
Attorney Shelley A. Kester
Bar Admissions:
- Michigan, 1992
- California, 1989
- Supreme Court, State of MI
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
- United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan
- All Michigan State Courts
- Tribal Court
Education:
- McGeorge School of Law, University of Pacific, 1989
- Juris Doctor
- Law Review
- Michigan State University College of Law, 1989
- Michigan State University, 1986
- B.A.
- Cambridge University, 1984
- Lent Term in Residence
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section, Chairperson, 2022-Present
- Up North Collaborative Divorce, Member, 2010-Present
- International Academy of Collaborative Divorce Professionals, Member, 2009-Present
- Collaborative Practice Institute of Michigan, Member, 2007-Present
- GTLA, Member, 1992-Present
Attorney Vivian A. Howell
Bar Admissions:
- Michigan, 1999
- All Michigan State Courts
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
Education:
- University of Detroit-Mercy School of Law, 1998
- Juris Doctor
- University of San Diego, 1995
- Bachelor's Degree
Attorney Tim S. Cordes
Bar Admissions:
- Michigan, 2005
- All Michigan State Courts
Education:
- Michigan State University College of Law, 2005
- J.D.
- Ithaca College, 1984
- B.F.A.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Oakland County Bar Association Law Related Education Committee, Chairman, 2011-2012
- Stonewall Bar Association of Michigan, President, 2011-2014
- Oakland County Bar Association's Law-Related Education Committee
- Oakland County Bar Family Court Committee
- Oakland County Bar Association Professionalism Committee
- State Bar of Michigan's Standing Committee on Technology
Attorney Morgan T. Weiner
Bar Admissions:
- Michigan, 2015
- All Michigan State Courts
- Eastern Federal District Court of Michigan
Education:
- University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
- Juris Doctor
- Michigan State University
- Bachelor of Arts
- Major: Psychology
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- State Bar of Michigan
- Oakland County Bar Association
- Jewish Bar Association of Michigan
Attorney Ryan P. Stoner
Bar Admissions:
- Florida, 2019
- Michigan, 2016
- Michigan Circuit Courts
Education:
- Western Michigan University Thomas Cooley Law School, 2015
- Juris Doctor
- Honors: cum laude
- Central Michigan University
- Bachelor's degree
- Honors: cum laude
- Major: English
- Major: History
Attorney Cassandra J. Suder
Bar Admissions:
- Michigan, 2018
Education:
- University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
- Juris Doctor
- School Two, Degree, Year
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Michigan Bar Association, Member
Languages Spoken:
- English
- Polish
Attorney Elena A. Lentz
Bar Admissions:
- Michigan, 2020
- All Michigan State Courts
Education:
- Indiana University Maurer School of Law, 2020
- Juris Doctor
- Michigan State University, 2017
- Bachelor's degree
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association, Member, 2020-Present
- Women's Lawyers Association of Michigan Tip of the Mitt Region, Member, 2020-Present
- State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section, Member, 2020-Present
- Isabella County Bar Association, Member, 2020-2023
Attorney Kyle A. Debruycker
Bar Admissions:
- Michigan, 2018
- All Michigan State Courts
Education:
- Thomas M. Cooley Law School, 2017
- Juris Doctor
- Michigan State University, 2013
- Bachelor's degree
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section
- Livingston County Bar Association
- Ingham County Bar Association
- Michigan Bar, Young Lawyers Section
Attorney Julia Gazulli
Bar Admissions:
- Michigan, 2020
- Michigan Circuit Courts
Education:
- Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- Juris Doctor