team-member

Colleen Markou

Kalamazoo, MI

Licensed for 27 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and separation

Language

English

About

I focus on assisting families that are stuggling with various  family law matters.  I not only vigilanty represent individuals while navigating the emotional and legal processes they face, but I assist parties in mediating their disputes.  My experience permits me to guide parties through the process of:  divorce, separate maintenance, custody disputes, paternity actions, child support disputes, spousal support requests, property division, adoptions, marital settlement agreements, pre-nuptial agreements, and neglect proceedings.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

Colleen Markou Law535 S. Burdick StreetSuite 1Kalamazoo, MI, 49007 Office (269) 382-2580 Fax (269) 382-2683 535 S. Burdick StreetSuite 1Suite 1Kalamazoo, MI, 49007 Office (269) 382-2580(269) 382-2580 Fax (269) 382-2683(269) 382-2683

Office: (269) 220-6383

Website: N/A

Reviews

Matt
December 17, 2012

Prior to picking a lawyer for my divorce, I had met with two other lawyers before meeting with Colleen Markou. During that first meeting I knew that Colleen was the person that I wanted to represent me. We discussed the background of what lead up to the divorce and she was more interested in my concerns of child custody than going over fees (like the other two lawyers I met with did). It was because of her genuine concern for my best interests and willingness to listen to what I was saying that I hired Colleen that day. Throughout the case, Colleen was respectful, prepared, and prompt especially when trying to get information and edits back from my ex-wife’s attorney. There was more than one occasion where things were stalled and Colleen always found a way to keep moving forward. Colleen did not allow things to drag out and pushed my ex-wife’s attorney for answers on issues that we were trying to resolve, especially around child custody. Colleen is a huge advocate of equal parenting time. The one thing that stands out for me the most about Colleen is that she was personally involved with the case from beginning to end and did not rely on her assistant (who by the way is also excellent) to take notes and edit the documents. Colleen would sit in her office with me and my marked up draft documents and we would get them completed immediately. Colleen Markou is a fantastic lawyer and I highly recommend her to anyone that is unfortunate enough to have to go through a divorce. After the divorce was final, I immediately hired Colleen to rework my “General Durable Power of Attorney”, “Living Will and Designation of Patient Advocate for Care, Custody, and Medical Treatment Decisions”, “Last Will and Testament”, and “Trust Agreement”. These were all finished within a short period of time with the same integrity that Colleen consistently demonstrated during my divorce case.

anonymous
December 18, 2012

I was recommended to seek the assistance of Colleen from another attorney whom I've known for many years. As you can imagine, going through visitation and custody disputes can be overwhelming, difficult and stressful times. At my initial consultation, through Colleens experience, knowledge, honestly, and compassion my concerns were addressed and my mind was put at ease. Since my initial consultation back in 2003, I've chosen to hire Colleen over the years because, unfortunately, raising kids with an "ex" can't always be a smooth and cooperative journey. I have been repeatedly pleased and satisfied with the results. On two particular occasions, I was in need of immediate action and Colleen did not disappoint. Over the years, Colleen has always been well prepared, tactical, and respectful in her approach. She genuinely cares for her client's best interest and will fight for fair and just results. Colleen has always and continues to exceed my expectations. I strongly recommend Colleen to anyone who is going through the unfortunate situation of custody/visitation disputes - such can be stressful times not only for you but family members and your children. Colleen has always looked out for the best interest of my kids and helped my family and I along the way. Thank You

Nikki
October 13, 2021

Several months ago, I hired Colleen to represent me as I dealt with post divorce issues and parenting time disputes. Colleen and Catie have been exceptional from day one. They have been extremely professional by listening to my concerns, providing exceptional communication, and delivering me counsel to give me peace of mind as we worked through this process. Colleen has represented me in a manner as if she was representing her own family. I have complete trust in her and would recommend her and her team's services to anyone seeking Family Law counsel.

Niambi
May 20, 2021

I hired Colleen Markou after my husband hired legal counsel for our divorce in 2019. She was very professional and listened during our consultation. She was very forthcoming and honest. She fought very hard for what was best for me in my marital situation. I believe she is worth every dime and then some. She was very proactive and filed papers when she stated she would. I was very satisfied with her services and the others in her office.

anonymous
April 5, 2019

I didn't want to get a divorce, but when faced with it, I knew I needed a good attorney. Colleen and her staff were friendly and honest. They understood it wasn't an easy thing to do and gave fair counsel and answered questions as they came up. I never had to worry about them getting things done. They had my best interest in mind and fought for me and my kids. I wouldn't hesitate to refer others to Colleen, she did a great job with an ugly situation.

Andrew
August 28, 2017

I personally used Colleen as a mediator for child custody with my son. Things went smoothly and we were able to stay out of court. I then referred my brother to her for a much more difficult custody case. His sons mom wasn't letting him see his son. Before court, Colleen was able to sit down with them and negotiate an agreement. She is great at her job, and very very knowledgeable.

Brandy
July 11, 2017

Colleen is an up front and honest attorney that takes her job seriously and professionally, while making you feel comfortable discussing uncomfortable situations and or circumstances. If your looking for a "no bull" attorney that doesn't play games just to take more of your money than I highly suggest Colleen.

DJ
July 10, 2017

Colleen has handled some estate work for me, and some divorce work for some friends and family. Without hesitation I would recommend her again to anyone needing her services. It was very refreshing to be able to talk to her about some intense and personal issues, Colleen's professionalism made that so much easier.

anonymous
April 20, 2017

Colleen was amazing during my court duration. Always available and on time, she handled everything and was blunt and honest throughout each step. It was nice having someone in her profession who I felt I could have an open conversation with no matter how nitty gritty the details were. She is always prepared and does not let anyone walk over her or her clients. If I even have any other legal issues she will be my go to.

anonymous
April 13, 2017

Very, very intelligent and knowledgeable and well respected by peers and courts!

Matt
December 17, 2012

Prior to picking a lawyer for my divorce, I had met with two other lawyers before meeting with Colleen Markou. During that first meeting I knew that Colleen was the person that I wanted to represent me. We discussed the background of what lead up to the divorce and she was more interested in my concerns of child custody than going over fees (like the other two lawyers I met with did). It was because of her genuine concern for my best interests and willingness to listen to what I was saying that I hired Colleen that day. Throughout the case, Colleen was respectful, prepared, and prompt especially when trying to get information and edits back from my ex-wife’s attorney. There was more than one occasion where things were stalled and Colleen always found a way to keep moving forward. Colleen did not allow things to drag out and pushed my ex-wife’s attorney for answers on issues that we were trying to resolve, especially around child custody. Colleen is a huge advocate of equal parenting time. The one thing that stands out for me the most about Colleen is that she was personally involved with the case from beginning to end and did not rely on her assistant (who by the way is also excellent) to take notes and edit the documents. Colleen would sit in her office with me and my marked up draft documents and we would get them completed immediately. Colleen Markou is a fantastic lawyer and I highly recommend her to anyone that is unfortunate enough to have to go through a divorce. After the divorce was final, I immediately hired Colleen to rework my “General Durable Power of Attorney”, “Living Will and Designation of Patient Advocate for Care, Custody, and Medical Treatment Decisions”, “Last Will and Testament”, and “Trust Agreement”. These were all finished within a short period of time with the same integrity that Colleen consistently demonstrated during my divorce case.

anonymous
December 18, 2012

I was recommended to seek the assistance of Colleen from another attorney whom I've known for many years. As you can imagine, going through visitation and custody disputes can be overwhelming, difficult and stressful times. At my initial consultation, through Colleens experience, knowledge, honestly, and compassion my concerns were addressed and my mind was put at ease. Since my initial consultation back in 2003, I've chosen to hire Colleen over the years because, unfortunately, raising kids with an "ex" can't always be a smooth and cooperative journey. I have been repeatedly pleased and satisfied with the results. On two particular occasions, I was in need of immediate action and Colleen did not disappoint. Over the years, Colleen has always been well prepared, tactical, and respectful in her approach. She genuinely cares for her client's best interest and will fight for fair and just results. Colleen has always and continues to exceed my expectations. I strongly recommend Colleen to anyone who is going through the unfortunate situation of custody/visitation disputes - such can be stressful times not only for you but family members and your children. Colleen has always looked out for the best interest of my kids and helped my family and I along the way. Thank You

Nikki
October 13, 2021

Several months ago, I hired Colleen to represent me as I dealt with post divorce issues and parenting time disputes. Colleen and Catie have been exceptional from day one. They have been extremely professional by listening to my concerns, providing exceptional communication, and delivering me counsel to give me peace of mind as we worked through this process. Colleen has represented me in a manner as if she was representing her own family. I have complete trust in her and would recommend her and her team's services to anyone seeking Family Law counsel.

Niambi
May 20, 2021

I hired Colleen Markou after my husband hired legal counsel for our divorce in 2019. She was very professional and listened during our consultation. She was very forthcoming and honest. She fought very hard for what was best for me in my marital situation. I believe she is worth every dime and then some. She was very proactive and filed papers when she stated she would. I was very satisfied with her services and the others in her office.

anonymous
April 5, 2019

I didn't want to get a divorce, but when faced with it, I knew I needed a good attorney. Colleen and her staff were friendly and honest. They understood it wasn't an easy thing to do and gave fair counsel and answered questions as they came up. I never had to worry about them getting things done. They had my best interest in mind and fought for me and my kids. I wouldn't hesitate to refer others to Colleen, she did a great job with an ugly situation.

Andrew
August 28, 2017

I personally used Colleen as a mediator for child custody with my son. Things went smoothly and we were able to stay out of court. I then referred my brother to her for a much more difficult custody case. His sons mom wasn't letting him see his son. Before court, Colleen was able to sit down with them and negotiate an agreement. She is great at her job, and very very knowledgeable.

Brandy
July 11, 2017

Colleen is an up front and honest attorney that takes her job seriously and professionally, while making you feel comfortable discussing uncomfortable situations and or circumstances. If your looking for a "no bull" attorney that doesn't play games just to take more of your money than I highly suggest Colleen.

DJ
July 10, 2017

Colleen has handled some estate work for me, and some divorce work for some friends and family. Without hesitation I would recommend her again to anyone needing her services. It was very refreshing to be able to talk to her about some intense and personal issues, Colleen's professionalism made that so much easier.

anonymous
April 20, 2017

Colleen was amazing during my court duration. Always available and on time, she handled everything and was blunt and honest throughout each step. It was nice having someone in her profession who I felt I could have an open conversation with no matter how nitty gritty the details were. She is always prepared and does not let anyone walk over her or her clients. If I even have any other legal issues she will be my go to.

anonymous
April 13, 2017

Very, very intelligent and knowledgeable and well respected by peers and courts!

Matt
December 17, 2012

Prior to picking a lawyer for my divorce, I had met with two other lawyers before meeting with Colleen Markou. During that first meeting I knew that Colleen was the person that I wanted to represent me. We discussed the background of what lead up to the divorce and she was more interested in my concerns of child custody than going over fees (like the other two lawyers I met with did). It was because of her genuine concern for my best interests and willingness to listen to what I was saying that I hired Colleen that day. Throughout the case, Colleen was respectful, prepared, and prompt especially when trying to get information and edits back from my ex-wife’s attorney. There was more than one occasion where things were stalled and Colleen always found a way to keep moving forward. Colleen did not allow things to drag out and pushed my ex-wife’s attorney for answers on issues that we were trying to resolve, especially around child custody. Colleen is a huge advocate of equal parenting time. The one thing that stands out for me the most about Colleen is that she was personally involved with the case from beginning to end and did not rely on her assistant (who by the way is also excellent) to take notes and edit the documents. Colleen would sit in her office with me and my marked up draft documents and we would get them completed immediately. Colleen Markou is a fantastic lawyer and I highly recommend her to anyone that is unfortunate enough to have to go through a divorce. After the divorce was final, I immediately hired Colleen to rework my “General Durable Power of Attorney”, “Living Will and Designation of Patient Advocate for Care, Custody, and Medical Treatment Decisions”, “Last Will and Testament”, and “Trust Agreement”. These were all finished within a short period of time with the same integrity that Colleen consistently demonstrated during my divorce case.

anonymous
December 18, 2012

I was recommended to seek the assistance of Colleen from another attorney whom I've known for many years. As you can imagine, going through visitation and custody disputes can be overwhelming, difficult and stressful times. At my initial consultation, through Colleens experience, knowledge, honestly, and compassion my concerns were addressed and my mind was put at ease. Since my initial consultation back in 2003, I've chosen to hire Colleen over the years because, unfortunately, raising kids with an "ex" can't always be a smooth and cooperative journey. I have been repeatedly pleased and satisfied with the results. On two particular occasions, I was in need of immediate action and Colleen did not disappoint. Over the years, Colleen has always been well prepared, tactical, and respectful in her approach. She genuinely cares for her client's best interest and will fight for fair and just results. Colleen has always and continues to exceed my expectations. I strongly recommend Colleen to anyone who is going through the unfortunate situation of custody/visitation disputes - such can be stressful times not only for you but family members and your children. Colleen has always looked out for the best interest of my kids and helped my family and I along the way. Thank You

Nikki
October 13, 2021

Several months ago, I hired Colleen to represent me as I dealt with post divorce issues and parenting time disputes. Colleen and Catie have been exceptional from day one. They have been extremely professional by listening to my concerns, providing exceptional communication, and delivering me counsel to give me peace of mind as we worked through this process. Colleen has represented me in a manner as if she was representing her own family. I have complete trust in her and would recommend her and her team's services to anyone seeking Family Law counsel.

Niambi
May 20, 2021

I hired Colleen Markou after my husband hired legal counsel for our divorce in 2019. She was very professional and listened during our consultation. She was very forthcoming and honest. She fought very hard for what was best for me in my marital situation. I believe she is worth every dime and then some. She was very proactive and filed papers when she stated she would. I was very satisfied with her services and the others in her office.

anonymous
April 5, 2019

I didn't want to get a divorce, but when faced with it, I knew I needed a good attorney. Colleen and her staff were friendly and honest. They understood it wasn't an easy thing to do and gave fair counsel and answered questions as they came up. I never had to worry about them getting things done. They had my best interest in mind and fought for me and my kids. I wouldn't hesitate to refer others to Colleen, she did a great job with an ugly situation.

Andrew
August 28, 2017

I personally used Colleen as a mediator for child custody with my son. Things went smoothly and we were able to stay out of court. I then referred my brother to her for a much more difficult custody case. His sons mom wasn't letting him see his son. Before court, Colleen was able to sit down with them and negotiate an agreement. She is great at her job, and very very knowledgeable.

Brandy
July 11, 2017

Colleen is an up front and honest attorney that takes her job seriously and professionally, while making you feel comfortable discussing uncomfortable situations and or circumstances. If your looking for a "no bull" attorney that doesn't play games just to take more of your money than I highly suggest Colleen.

DJ
July 10, 2017

Colleen has handled some estate work for me, and some divorce work for some friends and family. Without hesitation I would recommend her again to anyone needing her services. It was very refreshing to be able to talk to her about some intense and personal issues, Colleen's professionalism made that so much easier.

anonymous
April 20, 2017

Colleen was amazing during my court duration. Always available and on time, she handled everything and was blunt and honest throughout each step. It was nice having someone in her profession who I felt I could have an open conversation with no matter how nitty gritty the details were. She is always prepared and does not let anyone walk over her or her clients. If I even have any other legal issues she will be my go to.

anonymous
April 13, 2017

Very, very intelligent and knowledgeable and well respected by peers and courts!