We Care About Our Clients
At Wilson Kester, we approach each client with commitment to deliver a positive outcome. We are a boutique family law firm dedicated to serving our community with compassion and understanding, too.
Shelley A. Kester,
Family Law Attorney
Our Approach
It is difficult for us to imagine anything more important than the trust you place in us to handle your family law matter. We understand that the issues are vitally important to you. The investment you will make with us provides you with our expertise and access to trusted resources to help achieve the best possible outcome. Whether you are considering a divorce, needing guidance to navigate a child custody matter or a parenting time issue, dealing with a post-judgment or enforcement problem, or seeking a personal protection order for your safety or other family law issues, we do understand and are here to help you work through it to a better life.
How We Can Help You
DIVORCE
Today you and your spouse can choose how you come to an agreement through different process options…
COLLABORATIVE DIVORCE
A collaborative approach to divorce is one where both parties are able to negotiate the terms of their divorce…
CHILD CUSTODY
In our experience, we have found that the most challenging aspects of a family law matter for…
PARENTING TIME
We understand that parenting time disputes aren’t just legal matters – they are deeply personal…
ADOPTION
Being a stepparent is a vital, and special role in a child’s life. You are an individual who has chosen…
MORE SERVICES
Paternity, Enforcement, Personal Protection Orders, and Post-Judgement Modification
We're with you every step of the way.
Contact us today to get started.
Our Team
Our team of experienced attorneys is ready to help you achieve your goals and empower you to build a better life.
Shelley A. Kester
President
Jordan N. Lindsey
Attorney
Elena A. Lentz
Attorney
Patrick J. Wilson
Of Counsel
Shelley A. Kester
President
Jordan N. Lindsey
Attorney
Elena A. Lentz
Attorney
Patrick J. Wilson
Of Counsel
FAQs
You have questions.
We have answers.
WHERE MUST I FILE FOR DIVORCE?
A complaint for divorce can only be filed in the State of Michigan if the person starting the divorce case has resided in Michigan at least 180 days before filing for divorce. A divorce may be filed in a county where the person filing the action has resided at least 10 days immediately prior to filing the action.
CAN I CHANGE MY NAME AT THE TIME OF DIVORCE?
Yes. Your name change can be included in the Judgment of Divorce.
WHAT WILL MY DIVORCE COST ME?
The cost of a divorce varies depending upon a number of variables. The duration and number of disputes and whether those disputes require court resolution correlate to the cost of a divorce. The devil is frequently in the details, however. Wilson Kester welcomes the opportunity to discuss ways our client’s can control their costs.