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B. Andrew Rifkin, Member Attorney
Divorce(75%); Matrimonial Law(10%); Domestic Relations; Separation Agreements; Marital Agreements; Premarital Agreements; Postnuptial Ag...
Phone:248-686-1661
Web:http://www.andrewrifkinattorney.com
Address: 380 North Old Woodward Avenue, Suite 320, Birmingham, MI 48009
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Law Firm:B. Andrew Rifkin, Esq. The Law Firm of John F. Schaefer
Lawyer:B. Andrew Rifkin
Phone:248-686-1661
Fax:248-642-6655
Lawyer Title:Member
Practice Areas:Divorce(75%); Matrimonial Law(10%); Domestic Relations; Separation Agreements; Marital Agreements; Premarital Agreements; Postnuptial Agreements; Marital Property Law; Marital Property Distribution; Marital Property Settlements; Spousal Support; Post Divorce Modification; Restraining Orders; Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs); Child Support; Alimony; Parenting Time; Child Custody; Paternity; Uncontested Divorce; Estate Planning(7%); Family Wealth Transfer; Wealth Preservation; Entertainment Contracts(2%); Business Dissolutions(2%); Business Formation(2%); Business Organization(2%); Child Custody Mediation; Fathers Rights; Corporate Formation; Corporate Organization; Entertainment Law; Annulment; Cohabitation Agreements; Collaborative Family Law; Divorce Arbitration; Divorce Mediation; Divorce Taxation; Domestic Partnerships; Equitable Distribution; Family Arbitration; Family Mediation; Interstate Support; Non-Traditional Family Law; Palimony
Bio:I have 18 years of experience representing clients in complex matrimonial and litigation cases, business and entertainment matters, and other intricate personal and contractual relationships. I have been recognized by my peers in Michigan Super Lawyers as one the premier family law attorneys in Michigan. Martindale-Hubbell, a nationally-recognized directory of attorneys, has rated me the highest possible rating of my legal ability and ethical standards, as established by confidential opinions from members of the Michigan Bar. I have tried cases to judges and juries in federal and state courts throughout Michigan, and I have extensive first-chair trial experience in matrimonial, personal injury, product liability, and commercial lawsuits, having successfully represented clients in courts in Michigan, Illinois, and Colorado. Winner of the Henry M. Campbell Moot Court Competition, 1990-1991. Recipient, Outstanding Legal Writing Instructor Award, 1991; Book Award, Legal Research and Writing, 1990. Honors Thesis, Medical Malpractice Insurance Prices: A Study of Rate Variance Diploma with Distinction, 1987. Honors in Economics, 1987. College Honors Program in Economics, 1986. University of Michigan Class Honors, 1985.
Admitted:1992, Michigan and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan; 1993, Colorado
College:University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, B.A., Economics, with distinction/honors, 1987
Law School:University of Michigan Law School, J.D., 1991
Membership:Oakland County and American Bar Associations; State Bar of Michigan; Michigan Trial Lawyers Association.
Web:http://www.andrewrifkinattorney.com
Languages:English

Lawyer B. Andrew Rifkin, graduated from University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, B.A., Economics, with distinction/honors, 1987 University of Michigan Law School, J.D., 1991, is now employed by B. Andrew Rifkin, Esq. The Law Firm of John F. Schaefer at 380 North Old Woodward Avenue, Suite 320 Birmingham, MI 48009.

While being a member of Oakland County and American Bar Associations; State Bar of Michigan; Michigan Trial Lawyers Association., B. Andrew Rifkin is one of the more than one million lawyers in United States. Before choosing B. Andrew Rifkin as your lawyer, you should consider whether B. Andrew Rifkin offers free consultation, (if not) how much the initial interview costs, if there is any hidden attorney fees, what's the fee schedule, whether he or she has good community reputation and is able to provide a list of good references. You can also contact the Board of Professional Responsibility of the state bar, to find out if B. Andrew Rifkin has ever been placed under any disciplinary actions. Please be aware that, though B. Andrew Rifkin's office is located at Birmingham, MI, he or she might belong to the bar association of other states.

You should also ask how long the lawyer has been in practice, how much experience he or she has in cases like yours, and more importantly, the outcomes of those cases! Focus of the lawyer's practice and years of experience are also very important factors in your evaluation process. The more focused the lawyer's practice areas, the better service he or she could provide. So do not make decisions solely on one or two factors. Only hire lawyers you feel comfortable with as they will represent you and your interests, and you will be sharing private details about your life with them.

B. Andrew Rifkin has been admitted in 1992, Michigan and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan; 1993, Colorado. His or her practice areas include Divorce(75%); Matrimonial Law(10%); Domestic Relations; Separation Agreements; Marital Agreements; Premarital Agreements; Postnuptial Agreements; Marital Property Law; Marital Property Distribution; Marital Property Settlements; Spousal Support; Post Divorce Modification; Restraining Orders; Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs); Child Support; Alimony; Parenting Time; Child Custody; Paternity; Uncontested Divorce; Estate Planning(7%); Family Wealth Transfer; Wealth Preservation; Entertainment Contracts(2%); Business Dissolutions(2%); Business Formation(2%); Business Organization(2%); Child Custody Mediation; Fathers Rights; Corporate Formation; Corporate Organization; Entertainment Law; Annulment; Cohabitation Agreements; Collaborative Family Law; Divorce Arbitration; Divorce Mediation; Divorce Taxation; Domestic Partnerships; Equitable Distribution; Family Arbitration; Family Mediation; Interstate Support; Non-Traditional Family Law; Palimony.

B. Andrew Rifkin's college and law school education includes University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, B.A., Economics, with distinction/honors, 1987, University of Michigan Law School, J.D., 1991. Other biographical background includes I have 18 years of experience representing clients in complex matrimonial and litigation cases, business and entertainment matters, and other intricate personal and contractual relationships. I have been recognized by my peers in Michigan Super Lawyers as one the premier family law attorneys in Michigan. Martindale-Hubbell, a nationally-recognized directory of attorneys, has rated me the highest possible rating of my legal ability and ethical standards, as established by confidential opinions from members of the Michigan Bar. I have tried cases to judges and juries in federal and state courts throughout Michigan, and I have extensive first-chair trial experience in matrimonial, personal injury, product liability, and commercial lawsuits, having successfully represented clients in courts in Michigan, Illinois, and Colorado. Winner of the Henry M. Campbell Moot Court Competition, 1990-1991. Recipient, Outstanding Legal Writing Instructor Award, 1991; Book Award, Legal Research and Writing, 1990. Honors Thesis, Medical Malpractice Insurance Prices: A Study of Rate Variance Diploma with Distinction, 1987. Honors in Economics, 1987. College Honors Program in Economics, 1986. University of Michigan Class Honors, 1985.. You should contact other lawyers and law firms nearby before choosing your legal representatives.

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