Sterling Law
“I would recommend him to anyone that needs an attorney that cares about his clients and a man's right to be a father!”
Best Child Custody Lawyers in Traverse City, MI
11 firms listed · all 11 in Traverse City · 6 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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There are too few quality options within 15 miles, so we have expanded area of coverage to up to 60 miles from you. This includes Traverse City and several other cities.
James W Saffell
“But I just want to say that James is a top notch attorney with top notch staff”
Wilson Kester the Empowered Divorce Source
“She is personable, strong, extremely knowledgeable and works in the best interest of the children.”
Jarboe & Pfeil
“A+ - they did exactly what they said they would do plus more.”
Pezzetti, Vermetten & Popovits
“Thanks for all your hard work!”
Graff, Graff, & Helveston
“Hired Jacob year ago for a big case out of benzie he went to bat for me and definitely did good even answered my calls when I was in prison and made sure my boot camp paper work got done after the judge somehow misplaced it can't say enough on how great of a lawyer Jacob is”
The 11 firms listed for Traverse City, MI take child custody and visitation matters for families. What appears about their practice areas, consultations and office hours is taken from each firm's own site, and ratings with quoted lines come from public reviews.
Area overview: Traverse City, MI
All 11 firms we list here are in Traverse City itself. The firms on this page are rated from 3.8 to 5.0 across 140 reviews; 6 are rated 4.5 or higher. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal law (3), family law (3), child custody (2) and divorce (2). 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 28 years. 3 offer a free initial consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 11 of the firms on this page; 10 publish a contact page and 5 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Do any custody lawyers listed for Traverse City consult without charge?
3 of the 11 firms here state that a first consultation is free. Expect a short call that establishes whether they can help, not a review of your order. Have your dates and your existing paperwork in front of you so the call is worth the time.
Rosi & Gardner
“They are very helpful and really listen to their clients.”
Phelps Legal Group PLC
“Phelps Legal Group is thorough, knowledgeable, understanding and compassionate.”
Schmeltzer Law
“Lori and her team were timely, professional, provided clear communication and expectations, and I felt very comfortable entrusting my case in their capable hands.”
The Law Office of William G. Burdette
“He works tireless for his clients”
Linda Marsh Raetz
“Linda was wonderful to work with.”
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