Amy Stikovich
Petoskey, MI
Licensed for 25 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Employment & Labor
Language
English
About
Amy graduated from John Marshall Law School in 1996. After graduation she worked for several law firms in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, where she gained experience in the areas of employment law, insurance defense, contested guardianship and probate, and other litigation matters. She tried several cases to jury verdict. In addition, she served as an arbitrator for the Cook County Mandatory Arbitration system. She successfully defended clients before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Illinois Department of Human Rights, the Illinois Department of Employment Security, and the Illinois Department of Labor. In the fall of 2006 she opened her own firm – Stikovich Legal Counsel. Her goal is to provide excellent representation to individuals, small businesses, small medical practices, and churches/religious institutions. She develops long-lasting relationships with clients, and she has had many of the same business clients for over 15 years. She relocated to Petoskey in the fall of 2016. In addition to representing employers and employees in various diputes, she offers Human Resources consulting - including evaluating current practices/procedures, drafting policies, handling employee issues, etc. She is continuing to develop relationships with local realtors and title companies, and she can assist with a basic transaction or help you figure out how to clean up title. She drafts all necessary documents (deed, purchase contracts, land contracts, etc.) In April of 2020, Amy joined with a few colleagues to form Nelson Deegan Forster & Stikovich, PC. in Petoskey, Michigan.Something new in Michigan is "Limited Scope Representation." What that means is that Amy can represent clients with just a small part of their case. For example, if a client cannot afford to hire an attorney for the full case, Amy can draft pleadings or just handle a few court appearances. This can be done on a flat fee basis, as well. Amy volunteers with Northern Community Mediation in Petoskey and Charlevoix, and this year Amy was named Veteran Mediator of the Year. She is currently working on earning her certificate in Estate Planning through the Institute of Continuing Legal Education. She volunteers at her church and her daughters' school, and she is on the board of Concord Academy of Petoskey.
Practices Areas
Real Estate
Employment and labor
Family
Language
English
Contact
Nelson Forster & Stikovich, PC7 Pennsylvania PlazaPetoskey, MI, 497707 Pennsylvania PlazaPetoskey, MI, 49770
Office: N/A
Website: N/AReviews
You always dread the day you have to contact an attorney, and that’s what I found myself doing. Amy was very knowledgeable, kind, and reassuring, when listening to my concerns. She worked with me, and pulled no punches when dealing with the other parties.
Amy did a great job clearing up unspecified issues in a previous land contract. I now receive payments on time and feel that the land contract is well defined, so that both parties involved fully understand terms and agreements. This matter was taken care of in a very timely manner with ease and full understanding. Excellent work and I would use her services if need be in the future.
Ms. Stikovich is very professional and personable. She made herself available to answer any questions. She walked us through all details in our case and made sure we had an understanding of everything. Very good lawyer/client experience.
We have retained Mrs. Stikovich many times for business startup documentation, HR matters, and business-related legal issues. She has also overseen several real estate closings for us as well. Amy is attentive to our needs, prompt with her responses, and honest with billing. We appreciate her levelheaded approach to complicated matters and view her as our one-stop "legal department."
Amy secured my severance package while getting my former employer to remove clauses from the separation agreement that were not included in my original contract, such as a non-compete.
Amy helped us when we finished paying off our land contract; she gave excellent advice and helped us understand the process. Then, when we ran into a problem with how the seller had handled the title, she doggedly followed the trail and got everything sorted out for us. Amy was great to work with and I highly recommend her!
Excellent. Couldn’t be more satisfied. Very knowledgeable. Very personalized attention
As a business owner, I hire and consult with Amy on a regular basis. She is always easy to get a hold of, quick to respond, always incredibly helpful and, most importantly, knows her stuff. If you need help, call Amy. You will not be disappointed.
Choosing Amy to represent me was the best decision! She was thorough and prompt, kind and knowledgeable. I would 100% recommend her legal services to anyone in need of assistance!
Amy was attentive to our problem and needs. She guided us through the legal process in a way that allowed us to understand what was going on. Her rates were very fair for the work she performed. We will retain her again, if needed.
You always dread the day you have to contact an attorney, and that’s what I found myself doing. Amy was very knowledgeable, kind, and reassuring, when listening to my concerns. She worked with me, and pulled no punches when dealing with the other parties.
Amy did a great job clearing up unspecified issues in a previous land contract. I now receive payments on time and feel that the land contract is well defined, so that both parties involved fully understand terms and agreements. This matter was taken care of in a very timely manner with ease and full understanding. Excellent work and I would use her services if need be in the future.
Ms. Stikovich is very professional and personable. She made herself available to answer any questions. She walked us through all details in our case and made sure we had an understanding of everything. Very good lawyer/client experience.
We have retained Mrs. Stikovich many times for business startup documentation, HR matters, and business-related legal issues. She has also overseen several real estate closings for us as well. Amy is attentive to our needs, prompt with her responses, and honest with billing. We appreciate her levelheaded approach to complicated matters and view her as our one-stop "legal department."
Amy secured my severance package while getting my former employer to remove clauses from the separation agreement that were not included in my original contract, such as a non-compete.
Amy helped us when we finished paying off our land contract; she gave excellent advice and helped us understand the process. Then, when we ran into a problem with how the seller had handled the title, she doggedly followed the trail and got everything sorted out for us. Amy was great to work with and I highly recommend her!
Excellent. Couldn’t be more satisfied. Very knowledgeable. Very personalized attention
As a business owner, I hire and consult with Amy on a regular basis. She is always easy to get a hold of, quick to respond, always incredibly helpful and, most importantly, knows her stuff. If you need help, call Amy. You will not be disappointed.
Choosing Amy to represent me was the best decision! She was thorough and prompt, kind and knowledgeable. I would 100% recommend her legal services to anyone in need of assistance!
Amy was attentive to our problem and needs. She guided us through the legal process in a way that allowed us to understand what was going on. Her rates were very fair for the work she performed. We will retain her again, if needed.
You always dread the day you have to contact an attorney, and that’s what I found myself doing. Amy was very knowledgeable, kind, and reassuring, when listening to my concerns. She worked with me, and pulled no punches when dealing with the other parties.
Amy did a great job clearing up unspecified issues in a previous land contract. I now receive payments on time and feel that the land contract is well defined, so that both parties involved fully understand terms and agreements. This matter was taken care of in a very timely manner with ease and full understanding. Excellent work and I would use her services if need be in the future.
Ms. Stikovich is very professional and personable. She made herself available to answer any questions. She walked us through all details in our case and made sure we had an understanding of everything. Very good lawyer/client experience.
We have retained Mrs. Stikovich many times for business startup documentation, HR matters, and business-related legal issues. She has also overseen several real estate closings for us as well. Amy is attentive to our needs, prompt with her responses, and honest with billing. We appreciate her levelheaded approach to complicated matters and view her as our one-stop "legal department."
Amy secured my severance package while getting my former employer to remove clauses from the separation agreement that were not included in my original contract, such as a non-compete.
Amy helped us when we finished paying off our land contract; she gave excellent advice and helped us understand the process. Then, when we ran into a problem with how the seller had handled the title, she doggedly followed the trail and got everything sorted out for us. Amy was great to work with and I highly recommend her!
Excellent. Couldn’t be more satisfied. Very knowledgeable. Very personalized attention
As a business owner, I hire and consult with Amy on a regular basis. She is always easy to get a hold of, quick to respond, always incredibly helpful and, most importantly, knows her stuff. If you need help, call Amy. You will not be disappointed.
Choosing Amy to represent me was the best decision! She was thorough and prompt, kind and knowledgeable. I would 100% recommend her legal services to anyone in need of assistance!
Amy was attentive to our problem and needs. She guided us through the legal process in a way that allowed us to understand what was going on. Her rates were very fair for the work she performed. We will retain her again, if needed.