Karen E. Wells-Krusell (center), Elizabeth Mench (left) and Leasha Padgett (right)

Located in Gaylord, Michigan, we are a full service family law firm providing representation in:

• Divorce actions - with or without children, minimal property, no property or substantial real estate holdings with financial assets
• Custody actions - in paternity cases, divorce actions or after judgments have been entered
• Juvenile proceedings - neglect, abuse, criminal
• Guardianships - for the elderly as well as minor children
• Adoptions - step parent, third party or relative
• Paternity actions - determination, custody, child support, and other issues
• Simple Wills & Trusts - Plan how to leave your estate now, so that you can sit back, relax and enjoy the "golden years".
• Debt Collection - We have a successful track record of collecting debts owed to local corporations and property owners associations.
• Referrals to specialized attorneys outside the area of family law. (We even tell you when you don't need an attorney!)

We serve clients in:

• Otsego County
• Montmorency County
• Crawford County
• Charlevoix County
• Emmet County
• Cheboygan County

Our approach to family law is strong and assertive using a variety of tactics. We make aggressive, strong proposals for negotiation and/or mediation. If negotiation and mediation do not resolve your problems, we aggressively prepare to win at trial.

We know the best experts to hire for you in:

• Real Estate
• Personal property Evaluation
• Psychologists
• Counselors
• Debt Collection

Staff Background

Karen E. Wells-Krusell has been practicing family law in Michigan since 1989. She started her own family law firm in February of 1995. Prior to a career in Law, she taught in the public schools of Michigan for 18 years. She also worked in Public Relations for 2 years. Her degrees include: Western Michigan University B.A. Central Michigan University M.A. Thomas M. Cooley Law School J.D.

Attorney Karen E. Wells-Krusell

Elizabeth Mench has 17 years of banking and business development experience. She has also served as Clerk for over 4 years on her township board. Community involvement with businesses and individuals has been a vital part of her career as well as her personal life.

Elizabeth Mench

Leasha Padgett has 12 years of paralegal service. She has experience in personal injury, workers' compensation, Social Security, bankruptcy, and, most recently, family law. She has been a member of the Gaylord Little League Board since 2005, and currently serves as Treasurer.

Leasha Padgett

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