Business Details
32 Years
experience
Experienced Family Law Attorney in Oakland County
As an experienced family law attorney, I have dedicated my legal career to helping individuals in Clarkston, Waterford, and Oakland County navigate complex legal issues related to divorce, child custody, and spousal support. Since 1994, I have built a reputation for providing compassionate advice while maintaining a strong, results-driven approach in court. My practice focuses on educating clients about their legal options and advocating aggressively to protect their rights and interests. I prioritize affordability without compromising the quality of representation, offering free initial consultations to ensure clients feel informed before making critical decisions.My deep understanding of the Oakland County court system allows me to efficiently guide clients through emotionally challenging cases. Testimonials from satisfied clients and peer endorsements highlight my commitment to ethical standards, thorough preparation, and personalized attention. I strive to make the legal process as transparent and stress-free as possible, ensuring clients feel heard and supported throughout their cases.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Child Support
Visitation/Parenting Time
Alimony/Spousal Support
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of dedicated family law experience.
- Our team provides free, confidential initial consultations.
- We combine compassionate client support with aggressive advocacy.
- Our local court system expertise ensures efficient case navigation.
- We maintain transparent, ethical billing practices.
Associations and certifications
- State Bar of Michigan
- State Bar of Florida
- Oakland County Bar Association
- Family Law Section of The State Bar of Michigan
What people say
Compassionate and knowledgeable
Thorough preparation
Affordable legal fees
Stress-free process
Excellent results
Services
Divorce Representation
Starla Zehr provides comprehensive legal guidance for divorce cases, focusing on equitable asset division, spousal support, and post-divorce modifications. Her approach combines compassionate counseling with aggressive courtroom advocacy to protect clients' financial and personal interests while navigating Michigan's family law statutes.
Child Custody
The practice handles custody arrangements, visitation schedules, and parental relocation cases. Starla Zehr advocates for clients' parental rights while prioritizing children's best interests, using negotiation and litigation strategies tailored to each family's unique circumstances and Oakland County court expectations.
Child Support
This service covers child support calculations, modifications, and enforcement actions. The attorney helps clients understand Michigan's child support guidelines, ensures accurate financial assessments, and represents clients in court to establish or adjust support arrangements that reflect their children's needs and parents' capabilities.
Alimony/Spousal Support
The firm assists with temporary and long-term spousal support matters, including determining eligibility, calculating payment amounts, and enforcing or modifying existing orders. The attorney's experience with Oakland County's family law precedents helps clients achieve fair financial arrangements post-divorce.
Legal Consultations
Free initial consultations assess clients' family law matters, explaining legal options and potential outcomes. These sessions provide clarity on divorce processes, custody factors, and support calculations, empowering clients to make informed decisions about their legal representation and case strategy.
People
Starla Zehr
Family Law Attorney
With 25+ years of experience, Starla Zehr specializes in Oakland County family law cases. She graduated from Wayne State University Law School, holds multiple legal honors, and maintains active bar memberships while prioritizing client-centered representation.
Questions
What areas of law does Starla Zehr specialize in?
Starla Zehr specializes in family law, including divorce, child custody, child support, visitation rights, and spousal support cases in Oakland County.
Does Starla Zehr offer free consultations?
Yes, she provides free, confidential initial consultations for qualifying Michigan family law matters to help clients understand their options.
How does Starla Zehr handle complex custody cases?
She uses proven negotiation techniques and aggressive advocacy when necessary, prioritizing clients' parental rights and children's best interests.
What makes Starla Zehr different from other attorneys?
Her combination of local court expertise, personalized attention, and commitment to affordable representation sets her apart in family law cases.
Can I schedule an appointment outside regular business hours?
Consultations are by appointment only, but specific availability details for evenings or weekends aren't mentioned in the provided information.
