Michael A. Robbins

Top rated Family Law attorney in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Law Offices of Michael A. Robbins, PLLC
Michael A. Robbins
Law Offices of Michael A. Robbins, PLLC

Practice Areas: Family Law; view more

Licensed in Michigan since: 1982

Education: Wayne State University Law School

Selected to Super Lawyers: 2006 - 2024

Law Offices of Michael A. Robbins, PLLC

3910 Telegraph Rd
Ste 200
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 Visit website

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Michael A. Robbins is a nationally renowned attorney who has been practicing Divorce and Family Law in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan,  Birmingham, MI. and the surrounding counties of Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb since 1981. He is a respected lawyer who concentrates his practice exclusively in Matrimonial law matters, including family law, divorce, child custody, parenting time, spousal maintenance, child support, property division, division of retirement benefits, tax consequences of divorce, annulments, paternity, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, mediation and arbitration, change of domicile, grandparents' rights, domestic violence and post-judgment proceedings.

Mr. Robbins was recently included in the 2012 edition of "The Best lawyers in America" for Divorce and Family Law. He was also showcased in 2011 by Newsweek Magazine as one of the 8 Leaders in Family Law/Divorce in the United States.  Mr. Robbins was also named in the New York Times in 2011 as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in Michigan.  Mr. Robbins is also past chairperson of the family law section of the State Bar of Michigan; past president of the Michigan Inter-Professional Association; and past president of the Michigan chapter of the American Academy of the Matrimonial Lawyers.

Due to Mr. Robbins' extensive experience, he often assists the courts as a mediator and arbitrator in family law disputes. Additionally, he gives frequent lectures and has authored numerous articles on family law. He has also been a guest on "Good Morning America," "The Today Show" and "CBS Good Morning."

Mr. Robbins' philosophy is that every client deserves individual attention and the best representation possible, and he has developed a reputation for attending to the needs of his clients. He also recognizes the emotional trauma and pain many individuals suffer during a divorce. As a result, he offers his clients the time and the experience necessary to successfully guide them through this difficult time.

In every case, Mr. Robbins first attempts to resolve the matter in a quick, civilized, fair and cost-effective way. If the matter cannot be satisfactorily settled, however, he provides aggressive and professional representation in court.

Practice areas

Family Law

Focus areas

Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Father's Rights, Marital Property, Same Sex Family Law

  • 100% Family Law

First Admitted: 1982, Michigan

Professional Webpage: https://www.michaelarobbins.com/attorney/michael-a-robbins/

Bar/Professional Activity:
  • Michigan, 1982
  • U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan, 1982
  • U.S. Supreme Court
  • State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section, June 4, 1982
  • Council Member, State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section, 1986 - 1993
  • Recording Secretary, State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section, 1989 - 1990
  • State Bar of Michigan, Continuing Legal Education, Family Law Section
  • Chairperson, State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section, 1990 - 1993
  • Corresponding Secretary, State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section, 1991 - 1992
  • Treasurer, State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section, 1992 - 1993
  • Chair-Elect, State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section, 1993 - 1994
  • Chairperson, State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section, 1994 - 1995
  • President, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Michigan Chapter, 2008-2009
  • American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 1994 - Present
  • Board Member, Michigan Interprofessional Association, 1994 - Present
  • Vice President, Michigan Interprofessional Association, 1998 - 1999
  • President, Michigan Interprofessional Association, 1999 - 2002
  • Fellow, Michigan State Bar Foundation, 2001 - Present
  • State Bar of Michigan, Representative Assembly, 1988 - 1991
  • State Bar of Michigan, Young Lawyers Section
  • American Bar Association, Family Law Section
  • Board of Directors, Southfield Bar Association, 1984 - 1990
  • B'Nai B'rith Barristers
Verdicts/Settlements (Case Results):
  • Atkinson v. Atkinson, Michigan Court of Appeals and Supreme Court, 1986
Honors/Awards:
  • Showcased in Newsweek Magazine in 2011 as one of the top 8 Family Lawyers in the United States
  • Listed in the " Best Lawyers In America" in Family Law, 2012
Educational Background:
  • University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA, B.A. in General Studies, 1977
Scholarly Lectures/Writings:
  • Faculty Member, Instructor in Family Law, Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan
  • Guest Lecturer, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
  • Michigan Inter-Professional Association
  • Parents Without Partners
  • Grandparents Rights Organization
  • Father's For Equal Rights
  • Southfield County People's Law School
  • Macomb County People's Law School
  • Guest Lecturer, State Bar of Michigan Family Law Section
  • Southfield Bar Association
  • Family Law Section Seminar
  • Rochester Bar Association
  • Guest Lecturer, Michigan Trial Lawyers Association
  • Guest Lecturer, Institute of Continuing Legal Education
  • Michigan Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
  • Divorce in Michigan, 1986
  • Joint Custody, 1989
  • Joint Custody, 1996
  • Visitation/Parenting Time An Overview, 1989
  • The Child Custody Questionnaire, 1989
  • Outline to Domestic Relations Orders, 1989
  • Outline to Domestic Relations Orders, 1994
  • Third Party Rights Regarding Custody, Visitation and Support, 1991
  • The Power of the Press, 1994
  • We are What we are Perceived to be, 1995
  • A Step Back in Time, 1995
  • The Side Effects of Divorce, 1995
  • The Side Effects of Divorce, 2001
  • A Family Court for Michigan, 1995
  • Preparing Your Clients for the Custody Battle, 1995
  • New Third Party Custody Bill, 1995
  • How to Prepare and Try a Family Law Case, 1999
  • Divorce Reform Ideas in the New Millennium, 1999
  • Disputes in Arbitration Orders and Agreements, 2000
  • Coping With the Tragedy of September 11, 2001
  • Tips for Divorcing Parents, 2002
  • Michigan Family Law - Marriage and Annulment, 2003
  • The Debate Over Same Sex Marriages, 2004
  • What is a Parent?, 1995
  • Antenuptial Agreements - Enforceable or Unenforceable, 2000

Office location for Michael A. Robbins

3910 Telegraph Rd
Ste 200
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

Phone: 248-646-7980

Selections

19 Years Super Lawyers
  • Super Lawyers: 2006 - 2024

Top Lists

Top 50: Michigan Consumer Super Lawyers: 2014 - 2016 Top 100: Michigan Super Lawyers: 2011 - 2013 Top 50: Consumer Michigan Super Lawyers: 2013

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