Committed. Compassionate. Respected. Responsive.

Committed. Compassionate. Respected. Responsive.

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.

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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 Attorneys

Our team of experienced attorneys is ready to help you achieve your goals and empower you to build a better life.

Shelley A. Kester

Shelley A. Kester

President

Vivian A. Howell

Vivian A. Howell

Senior Attorney

Elena A. Lentz

Elena A. Lentz

Attorney

Matthew S. Motley

Matthew S. Motley

Attorney

Mellisa A. Reilly

Mellisa A. Reilly

Attorney

Patrick J. Wilson

Patrick J. Wilson

Emeritus

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.

What Our Clients Are Saying

“I recently went through an incredibly difficult divorce, and I am pleased to say that Wilson Kester provided invaluable assistance throughout the entire process. I cannot speak highly enough of their professionalism, expertise, and dedication to achieving the best possible outcome for their clients."

— Former Client

“Shelley was compassionate and understanding through the whole process. She has an aptitude on how to read people and was very instrumental in helping me deal with my ex-husband effectively.”

— Former Client

“She is well respected in the professional community, which was evident in our court proceedings. Shelley and her staff made me feel extremely comfortable and I knew that my best interest was at heart.”

— Former Client

“My inquiries and concerns were always promptly and thoroughly addressed, even beyond regular business hours. Ms. Kester is extremely knowledgeable in the area of family law.”

— Former Client