team-member

Courtney Quist

Ada, MI

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

 I am an attorney with Quist Law Firm, PLLC.  My goal is to resolve your family law issues while preserving family relationships, in a cost effective manner.  To that end, I will negotiate and mediate your case/issue, resorting to litigation only if necessary.   I believe it is important to understand that once we enter a courtroom, one parent will  be a winner, and one parent will be a loser.  However, if we are able to come to an agreement outside of court, the winner will be your child. Studies have shown that people, including those without children, who are able to author their own agreement, tend to follow that agreement.  The reason is simple: they "own" part of the agreement, and it is tailored to their particular situation and family. This is the type of representation you can expect from our firm.  We are not tools for revenge, we are attorneys who can assist you in resolving your family law issues.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Divorce and separation

Language

English

Contact

Quist Law Firm PLLC4760 E. FultonSuite 102Ada, MI, 49301 Mobile (616) 826-3913 Office (616) 454-9008 4760 E. FultonSuite 102Suite 102Ada, MI, 49301 Mobile (616) 826-3913(616) 826-3913 Office (616) 454-9008(616) 454-9008

Office: (616) 952-2698

Website: N/A

Reviews

Gary
January 7, 2014

I would recommend Courtney Quist to anyone seeking legal counsel going through a divorce. My case was extremely complex and opposing counsel had completely made a mess of the Divorce Judgment. This was a case that nobody in the legal community had really seen before and was not sure exactly how to handle or how a judge would rule. Courtney went the extra mile to research my situation seeking additional input from other legal counsel. She never made unrealistic promises and always gave me the best case and worst case senario's. She is ethical and will not try to run up the legal tab on you but instead has an interest in giving you the best representation and best possible legal outcome. She was successful in winning my case and delivering the best possible outcome I could wish for. I would not hesitate to hire her again.

Jackie
January 27, 2020

I've tried to write this review several times but struggle with the right verbiage. Courtney and Sandi are so incredible that its difficult to state in just a paragraph. In a very difficult time in my life, they were able to be a calm voice of reason. Courtney has a way of being such a strong force, yet her delivery is collected, very professional and direct. She is so hard working and gets to the point right away. Her intelligence and experience make what she does seem effortless. She genuinely cares about her clients and is very up front and real. They are quick to answer questions and very patient in explaining different processes that you may incur. I cannot say enough great things about Courtney and Sandi both. If you are looking for representation I so very highly recommend Quist Law. They are by far, the best of the best.

Tamas
May 30, 2019

I would recommend Courtney and Quist Law without any reservations for your family law needs! Courtney helped me with my child custody case and confidently and professionally navigated the legal jungle I’ve been avoiding for years. She is extremely knowledgeable and prompt. Her and Sandi made sure I was in good hands from our first consultation to the end of the trial and beyond. Attorneys aren’t cheap but I definitely feel like I got what I paid for and did not regret hiring Quist Law!

Kristen
May 23, 2019

Trustworthy, caring, detail oriented, kind, patient, and tough as nails. Courtney Quist has every attribute you need for more than capable representation. Hard working, straight forward, lays things out with realistic expectations. Although I never dreamed I would need a divorce attorney, working with Courtney made it less daunting. Be confident in hiring Quist Law. She will do right by you.

Karen
November 15, 2018

I was recommended by Courtney through a friend who used her in her own child custody case. My friend raved on and on about Courtney. Finding the right attorney, especially for a child custody case is terrifying! I wanted to use an attorney that was recommended by someone who had personal experience with them, so I immediately met with Courtney. After a long consultation with her, I was so impressed, that I hired her for my case. Courtney has been a huge force in helping me navigate my order, getting it cleaned up and making changes that were needed. Courtney is a HIGHLY respected attorney in Grand Rapids and the referee would say that to us during court. Courtney is also a great writer and really gets to the issue in her motions. She knows the law and she is a straight shooter. I was never misguided nor over promised. She is honest and will collaborate with you on what is the best path to take. Not only is she highly intelligent, experienced, and well-respected among other attorneys and judges but she is exceptionally compassionate. That is who she is as a person and why I believe she is in family law. She believes she can make a difference and it stands out in her performance. She is wonderful attorney and does not disappoint. Sandi, her assistant, was so helpful and kind as well. There’s nothing worse than dreading talking to an attorney only to get the cold assistant first. My experience with Quist Law is nothing short of exceptional. I will continue to use her in the future.

anonymous
September 1, 2017

I was very happy with Courtney representing me on my recent divorce case. Something no one should have to go through and something I was very unfamiliar with when I was forced to go through it. I came to her based on a recommendation from a colleague who is no longer practicing, when I became uncomfortable with my representation early in my case. She provided a free consultation, during which I provided all details of my case, and she gave an honest assessment of the likely outcome and was confident to hit the ground running if hired, which she did. I'm so happy I switched to Courtney. Courtney is very prompt to respond to questions/concerns. She's very concise and honest, never building false hope or providing long-winded responses over the phone or email, that would occupy more of her, and my time, and add to the bills. She doesn't sugar coat things, even if it's not what you'd want to hear, which I appreciated. She pushed hard, and won several debates, when she felt she could gain and also made me very aware of the risks, and financial costs, involved with pursuing things she wasn't confident about. On several occasions she accurately predicted how a judge or opposing counsel might react to a situation after I presented her some facts and data. This allowed me to build a good trust and rapport with her early in our relationship. She's very conscious of not wasting her, and your, time and dollars. We only met when necessary, and due our mutual preparation, we stuck to business and completed meeting items in a timely manner. I felt her billing was fair and reasonable, not nickel and diming for every item and interaction. Many smaller items were pushed back to me, which I appreciated, as opposed to me paying her to figure out something I was more intimately involved with the details of, or could easily accomplish myself. This allowed her to focus on legal matters with my case and others, again utilizing her and my time/money better. Relative to previous counsel I commissioned at the start of the case, the billing was much more reasonable with Courtney. She must have worked off hours and weekends on my case, but I never saw extra charges for it. She even gave me a break on the final bill if I could zero out the balance relatively quickly. Last, but far from least, I loved her personality. Despite the sad circumstances of a divorce involving children, we were able to joke and laugh at times when working together. She balanced well between being very serious regarding certain matters and knowing when it was appropriate to lighten up the situation. I would highly recommend Courtney to anyone faced with a divorce or custody dispute.

JaMean
March 23, 2017

I moved to Michigan in August of 2015 after a lengthy and draining child custody battle that started in CA court in 2011. I have seen the good and bad side of the legal system when it comes to child custody cases. I had also seen the difference between a sloppy attorney and a good one. From the moment I walked into Courtney’s office and started to speak with her I could tell that she wasn’t just another lawyer looking to take on cases. She cared about the cases that she took on and most of all she cared about her clients like myself that were going through the everyday struggles because of those cases. I hired Courtney and she was very thorough, from gathering information to listening and offering solutions when the stress got high. After 5yrs of seeing the legal system only give me excuses for my good parenting Courtney got me results. Because of her and her teams hard work and diligence through this difficult time I now have the proper custody that benefits my son and I a great weight has been lifted off my back. I’ve seen attorney’s that talk a big game and then get flustered under pressure and difficult odds but Courtney is the opposite. She got better with the pressure and every day that I pick my son up from school now with our schedule I am thankful that I chose Courtney to be in my corner. I would and have recommended her to others. She’s a 10/10 in my book and I will always be thankful for her help.

Gemma
August 17, 2016

I want to thank you for all the effort and hard work you put into my case. You put me into the hands of people I could learn to trust which is tremendously difficult for me. I also sorry for the ruff spots I put you through, the legal system was not my friend in the past. Thanks for staying with me, your soft soothing voice held me together enough to make it through.

anonymous
September 30, 2015

I would HIGHLY recommend Courtney Quist to ANYONE seeking legal counsel, specifically in family court. She is incredibly passionate, knowledgeable, honest and thorough in everything she does. As my attorney in a difficult custody battle with my ex-husband, Courtney stayed patient with me every step of the way, all while keeping my best interest in mind. Unlike other attorneys I have worked with in the past, Courtney listened to ALL of my needs and concerns. She is personable and approachable, and extremely reputable with the Kent County Court. Courtney stayed dedicated to my case throughout the entire process, which ended in our favor. Courtney Quist is nothing short of an incredible attorney and human being. You will not regret having her on your side.

anonymous
May 15, 2015

Courtney not only cares about you, she knows how to get excellent results. She does not promise the moon, but is realistic and fair. She can be tough as nails when needed and is highly respected by other attorneys and family law judges. Dealing with the end of a marriage is one of the most difficult things to deal with in life. Get the best counsel you can.

Gary
January 7, 2014

I would recommend Courtney Quist to anyone seeking legal counsel going through a divorce. My case was extremely complex and opposing counsel had completely made a mess of the Divorce Judgment. This was a case that nobody in the legal community had really seen before and was not sure exactly how to handle or how a judge would rule. Courtney went the extra mile to research my situation seeking additional input from other legal counsel. She never made unrealistic promises and always gave me the best case and worst case senario's. She is ethical and will not try to run up the legal tab on you but instead has an interest in giving you the best representation and best possible legal outcome. She was successful in winning my case and delivering the best possible outcome I could wish for. I would not hesitate to hire her again.

Jackie
January 27, 2020

I've tried to write this review several times but struggle with the right verbiage. Courtney and Sandi are so incredible that its difficult to state in just a paragraph. In a very difficult time in my life, they were able to be a calm voice of reason. Courtney has a way of being such a strong force, yet her delivery is collected, very professional and direct. She is so hard working and gets to the point right away. Her intelligence and experience make what she does seem effortless. She genuinely cares about her clients and is very up front and real. They are quick to answer questions and very patient in explaining different processes that you may incur. I cannot say enough great things about Courtney and Sandi both. If you are looking for representation I so very highly recommend Quist Law. They are by far, the best of the best.

Tamas
May 30, 2019

I would recommend Courtney and Quist Law without any reservations for your family law needs! Courtney helped me with my child custody case and confidently and professionally navigated the legal jungle I’ve been avoiding for years. She is extremely knowledgeable and prompt. Her and Sandi made sure I was in good hands from our first consultation to the end of the trial and beyond. Attorneys aren’t cheap but I definitely feel like I got what I paid for and did not regret hiring Quist Law!

Kristen
May 23, 2019

Trustworthy, caring, detail oriented, kind, patient, and tough as nails. Courtney Quist has every attribute you need for more than capable representation. Hard working, straight forward, lays things out with realistic expectations. Although I never dreamed I would need a divorce attorney, working with Courtney made it less daunting. Be confident in hiring Quist Law. She will do right by you.

Karen
November 15, 2018

I was recommended by Courtney through a friend who used her in her own child custody case. My friend raved on and on about Courtney. Finding the right attorney, especially for a child custody case is terrifying! I wanted to use an attorney that was recommended by someone who had personal experience with them, so I immediately met with Courtney. After a long consultation with her, I was so impressed, that I hired her for my case. Courtney has been a huge force in helping me navigate my order, getting it cleaned up and making changes that were needed. Courtney is a HIGHLY respected attorney in Grand Rapids and the referee would say that to us during court. Courtney is also a great writer and really gets to the issue in her motions. She knows the law and she is a straight shooter. I was never misguided nor over promised. She is honest and will collaborate with you on what is the best path to take. Not only is she highly intelligent, experienced, and well-respected among other attorneys and judges but she is exceptionally compassionate. That is who she is as a person and why I believe she is in family law. She believes she can make a difference and it stands out in her performance. She is wonderful attorney and does not disappoint. Sandi, her assistant, was so helpful and kind as well. There’s nothing worse than dreading talking to an attorney only to get the cold assistant first. My experience with Quist Law is nothing short of exceptional. I will continue to use her in the future.

anonymous
September 1, 2017

I was very happy with Courtney representing me on my recent divorce case. Something no one should have to go through and something I was very unfamiliar with when I was forced to go through it. I came to her based on a recommendation from a colleague who is no longer practicing, when I became uncomfortable with my representation early in my case. She provided a free consultation, during which I provided all details of my case, and she gave an honest assessment of the likely outcome and was confident to hit the ground running if hired, which she did. I'm so happy I switched to Courtney. Courtney is very prompt to respond to questions/concerns. She's very concise and honest, never building false hope or providing long-winded responses over the phone or email, that would occupy more of her, and my time, and add to the bills. She doesn't sugar coat things, even if it's not what you'd want to hear, which I appreciated. She pushed hard, and won several debates, when she felt she could gain and also made me very aware of the risks, and financial costs, involved with pursuing things she wasn't confident about. On several occasions she accurately predicted how a judge or opposing counsel might react to a situation after I presented her some facts and data. This allowed me to build a good trust and rapport with her early in our relationship. She's very conscious of not wasting her, and your, time and dollars. We only met when necessary, and due our mutual preparation, we stuck to business and completed meeting items in a timely manner. I felt her billing was fair and reasonable, not nickel and diming for every item and interaction. Many smaller items were pushed back to me, which I appreciated, as opposed to me paying her to figure out something I was more intimately involved with the details of, or could easily accomplish myself. This allowed her to focus on legal matters with my case and others, again utilizing her and my time/money better. Relative to previous counsel I commissioned at the start of the case, the billing was much more reasonable with Courtney. She must have worked off hours and weekends on my case, but I never saw extra charges for it. She even gave me a break on the final bill if I could zero out the balance relatively quickly. Last, but far from least, I loved her personality. Despite the sad circumstances of a divorce involving children, we were able to joke and laugh at times when working together. She balanced well between being very serious regarding certain matters and knowing when it was appropriate to lighten up the situation. I would highly recommend Courtney to anyone faced with a divorce or custody dispute.

JaMean
March 23, 2017

I moved to Michigan in August of 2015 after a lengthy and draining child custody battle that started in CA court in 2011. I have seen the good and bad side of the legal system when it comes to child custody cases. I had also seen the difference between a sloppy attorney and a good one. From the moment I walked into Courtney’s office and started to speak with her I could tell that she wasn’t just another lawyer looking to take on cases. She cared about the cases that she took on and most of all she cared about her clients like myself that were going through the everyday struggles because of those cases. I hired Courtney and she was very thorough, from gathering information to listening and offering solutions when the stress got high. After 5yrs of seeing the legal system only give me excuses for my good parenting Courtney got me results. Because of her and her teams hard work and diligence through this difficult time I now have the proper custody that benefits my son and I a great weight has been lifted off my back. I’ve seen attorney’s that talk a big game and then get flustered under pressure and difficult odds but Courtney is the opposite. She got better with the pressure and every day that I pick my son up from school now with our schedule I am thankful that I chose Courtney to be in my corner. I would and have recommended her to others. She’s a 10/10 in my book and I will always be thankful for her help.

Gemma
August 17, 2016

I want to thank you for all the effort and hard work you put into my case. You put me into the hands of people I could learn to trust which is tremendously difficult for me. I also sorry for the ruff spots I put you through, the legal system was not my friend in the past. Thanks for staying with me, your soft soothing voice held me together enough to make it through.

anonymous
September 30, 2015

I would HIGHLY recommend Courtney Quist to ANYONE seeking legal counsel, specifically in family court. She is incredibly passionate, knowledgeable, honest and thorough in everything she does. As my attorney in a difficult custody battle with my ex-husband, Courtney stayed patient with me every step of the way, all while keeping my best interest in mind. Unlike other attorneys I have worked with in the past, Courtney listened to ALL of my needs and concerns. She is personable and approachable, and extremely reputable with the Kent County Court. Courtney stayed dedicated to my case throughout the entire process, which ended in our favor. Courtney Quist is nothing short of an incredible attorney and human being. You will not regret having her on your side.

anonymous
May 15, 2015

Courtney not only cares about you, she knows how to get excellent results. She does not promise the moon, but is realistic and fair. She can be tough as nails when needed and is highly respected by other attorneys and family law judges. Dealing with the end of a marriage is one of the most difficult things to deal with in life. Get the best counsel you can.

Gary
January 7, 2014

I would recommend Courtney Quist to anyone seeking legal counsel going through a divorce. My case was extremely complex and opposing counsel had completely made a mess of the Divorce Judgment. This was a case that nobody in the legal community had really seen before and was not sure exactly how to handle or how a judge would rule. Courtney went the extra mile to research my situation seeking additional input from other legal counsel. She never made unrealistic promises and always gave me the best case and worst case senario's. She is ethical and will not try to run up the legal tab on you but instead has an interest in giving you the best representation and best possible legal outcome. She was successful in winning my case and delivering the best possible outcome I could wish for. I would not hesitate to hire her again.

Jackie
January 27, 2020

I've tried to write this review several times but struggle with the right verbiage. Courtney and Sandi are so incredible that its difficult to state in just a paragraph. In a very difficult time in my life, they were able to be a calm voice of reason. Courtney has a way of being such a strong force, yet her delivery is collected, very professional and direct. She is so hard working and gets to the point right away. Her intelligence and experience make what she does seem effortless. She genuinely cares about her clients and is very up front and real. They are quick to answer questions and very patient in explaining different processes that you may incur. I cannot say enough great things about Courtney and Sandi both. If you are looking for representation I so very highly recommend Quist Law. They are by far, the best of the best.

Tamas
May 30, 2019

I would recommend Courtney and Quist Law without any reservations for your family law needs! Courtney helped me with my child custody case and confidently and professionally navigated the legal jungle I’ve been avoiding for years. She is extremely knowledgeable and prompt. Her and Sandi made sure I was in good hands from our first consultation to the end of the trial and beyond. Attorneys aren’t cheap but I definitely feel like I got what I paid for and did not regret hiring Quist Law!

Kristen
May 23, 2019

Trustworthy, caring, detail oriented, kind, patient, and tough as nails. Courtney Quist has every attribute you need for more than capable representation. Hard working, straight forward, lays things out with realistic expectations. Although I never dreamed I would need a divorce attorney, working with Courtney made it less daunting. Be confident in hiring Quist Law. She will do right by you.

Karen
November 15, 2018

I was recommended by Courtney through a friend who used her in her own child custody case. My friend raved on and on about Courtney. Finding the right attorney, especially for a child custody case is terrifying! I wanted to use an attorney that was recommended by someone who had personal experience with them, so I immediately met with Courtney. After a long consultation with her, I was so impressed, that I hired her for my case. Courtney has been a huge force in helping me navigate my order, getting it cleaned up and making changes that were needed. Courtney is a HIGHLY respected attorney in Grand Rapids and the referee would say that to us during court. Courtney is also a great writer and really gets to the issue in her motions. She knows the law and she is a straight shooter. I was never misguided nor over promised. She is honest and will collaborate with you on what is the best path to take. Not only is she highly intelligent, experienced, and well-respected among other attorneys and judges but she is exceptionally compassionate. That is who she is as a person and why I believe she is in family law. She believes she can make a difference and it stands out in her performance. She is wonderful attorney and does not disappoint. Sandi, her assistant, was so helpful and kind as well. There’s nothing worse than dreading talking to an attorney only to get the cold assistant first. My experience with Quist Law is nothing short of exceptional. I will continue to use her in the future.

anonymous
September 1, 2017

I was very happy with Courtney representing me on my recent divorce case. Something no one should have to go through and something I was very unfamiliar with when I was forced to go through it. I came to her based on a recommendation from a colleague who is no longer practicing, when I became uncomfortable with my representation early in my case. She provided a free consultation, during which I provided all details of my case, and she gave an honest assessment of the likely outcome and was confident to hit the ground running if hired, which she did. I'm so happy I switched to Courtney. Courtney is very prompt to respond to questions/concerns. She's very concise and honest, never building false hope or providing long-winded responses over the phone or email, that would occupy more of her, and my time, and add to the bills. She doesn't sugar coat things, even if it's not what you'd want to hear, which I appreciated. She pushed hard, and won several debates, when she felt she could gain and also made me very aware of the risks, and financial costs, involved with pursuing things she wasn't confident about. On several occasions she accurately predicted how a judge or opposing counsel might react to a situation after I presented her some facts and data. This allowed me to build a good trust and rapport with her early in our relationship. She's very conscious of not wasting her, and your, time and dollars. We only met when necessary, and due our mutual preparation, we stuck to business and completed meeting items in a timely manner. I felt her billing was fair and reasonable, not nickel and diming for every item and interaction. Many smaller items were pushed back to me, which I appreciated, as opposed to me paying her to figure out something I was more intimately involved with the details of, or could easily accomplish myself. This allowed her to focus on legal matters with my case and others, again utilizing her and my time/money better. Relative to previous counsel I commissioned at the start of the case, the billing was much more reasonable with Courtney. She must have worked off hours and weekends on my case, but I never saw extra charges for it. She even gave me a break on the final bill if I could zero out the balance relatively quickly. Last, but far from least, I loved her personality. Despite the sad circumstances of a divorce involving children, we were able to joke and laugh at times when working together. She balanced well between being very serious regarding certain matters and knowing when it was appropriate to lighten up the situation. I would highly recommend Courtney to anyone faced with a divorce or custody dispute.

JaMean
March 23, 2017

I moved to Michigan in August of 2015 after a lengthy and draining child custody battle that started in CA court in 2011. I have seen the good and bad side of the legal system when it comes to child custody cases. I had also seen the difference between a sloppy attorney and a good one. From the moment I walked into Courtney’s office and started to speak with her I could tell that she wasn’t just another lawyer looking to take on cases. She cared about the cases that she took on and most of all she cared about her clients like myself that were going through the everyday struggles because of those cases. I hired Courtney and she was very thorough, from gathering information to listening and offering solutions when the stress got high. After 5yrs of seeing the legal system only give me excuses for my good parenting Courtney got me results. Because of her and her teams hard work and diligence through this difficult time I now have the proper custody that benefits my son and I a great weight has been lifted off my back. I’ve seen attorney’s that talk a big game and then get flustered under pressure and difficult odds but Courtney is the opposite. She got better with the pressure and every day that I pick my son up from school now with our schedule I am thankful that I chose Courtney to be in my corner. I would and have recommended her to others. She’s a 10/10 in my book and I will always be thankful for her help.

Gemma
August 17, 2016

I want to thank you for all the effort and hard work you put into my case. You put me into the hands of people I could learn to trust which is tremendously difficult for me. I also sorry for the ruff spots I put you through, the legal system was not my friend in the past. Thanks for staying with me, your soft soothing voice held me together enough to make it through.

anonymous
September 30, 2015

I would HIGHLY recommend Courtney Quist to ANYONE seeking legal counsel, specifically in family court. She is incredibly passionate, knowledgeable, honest and thorough in everything she does. As my attorney in a difficult custody battle with my ex-husband, Courtney stayed patient with me every step of the way, all while keeping my best interest in mind. Unlike other attorneys I have worked with in the past, Courtney listened to ALL of my needs and concerns. She is personable and approachable, and extremely reputable with the Kent County Court. Courtney stayed dedicated to my case throughout the entire process, which ended in our favor. Courtney Quist is nothing short of an incredible attorney and human being. You will not regret having her on your side.

anonymous
May 15, 2015

Courtney not only cares about you, she knows how to get excellent results. She does not promise the moon, but is realistic and fair. She can be tough as nails when needed and is highly respected by other attorneys and family law judges. Dealing with the end of a marriage is one of the most difficult things to deal with in life. Get the best counsel you can.