team-member

Rachel Gruetzner

Kalamazoo, MI

Licensed for 7 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English American Sign Language

About

 Rachel Gruetzner is the owner and managing attorney of Your Path Family Law. Rachel dedicates 100% of her practice to family law matters. Family law is not only her job, it is her passion.Rachel is a Western Michigan University Alumnus who took a very nontraditional path toward law. Rachel studied theatre at WMU. In her senior year, she took a conflict management course. The ideas of alternative ways to resolve problems intrigued her. After a brief career as a stage manager, Rachel made the decision to go to law school, so that she could help families resolve their own difficult conversations.Once at law school, Rachel was fortunate to secure employment as a law clerk for Speaker Law Firm, where she worked almost exclusively on family law appeals. This experience gave her a solid foundation in legal research, writing, and the legal concepts that underpin family law matters. At the same time, Rachel participated in the Geoffrey Fieger Trial Practice Institute where she learned that she had the heart of a litigator. Rachel’s unique background permits her to see every case first and foremost through the lens of conflict resolution, with an eye to litigation strategy firmly rooted in legal theory.Rachel also had a unique upbringing and understands complex family dynamics. She is the daughter of a Deaf person, and sister to two Deaf siblings (aka, she is a CODA and a SODA). Although not a certified interpreter, she can communicate proficiently in sign language. Several Deaf parents seek Rachel’s representation, as she is intimately familiar with Deaf culture. Rachel has had success assisting courts to see beyond the outdated thinking that deafness is a disability and has achieved favorable outcomes for Deaf clients.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Divorce and separation

Language

English American Sign Language

Contact

Your Path Family Law5144 Gull RdKalamazoo, MI, 490485144 Gull RdKalamazoo, MI, 49048

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Heather
October 21, 2020

Rachel was nothing more then extraordinary. Absolutely amazing at what she does. She takes her career very seriously. She works hard with her clients. She is dedicated and understanding. She listened to everything I had to say. She is completely honest and straight forward. I would have not want anyone else to handle my case. She exceeded my expectations. She is very loyal, trustworthy. And puts what is best for the kids and there safety first.

anonymous
June 23, 2020

I hired Attorney Gruetzner to help us with a very complicated divorce and custody battle. She was thorough in educating me about a world I was not familiar with, paid attention to every detail of my history, genuinely cared and assured me she would do whatever it took to help us. Rachel fought for 2 years to help us in our case and to protect my son. She also helped with a personal protection order, sell our home and settle a complicated financial situation. I HIGHLY Attorney Gruetzner because of the commitment she has to her clients and the special talent she has as an attorney. It takes a great deal of grit, dedication, perseverance. She embodies all of those characteristics, but brings a level of compassion and commitment to her clients that makes her stand out. This is why Attorney Gruetzner succeeds and will continue to succeed. She is changing lives for the better and influencing the laws that protect those lives.

Kim
June 18, 2020

Rachel had my back when i didnt know up from down. She listened to my heart and my concerns. She spoke to my adult son while being careful not to bad mouth either parent. She went to bat for me when i needed her most. She was very thorough in making sure i understood what i needed to know. She walked me through all the steps one by one making sure not to leave me in the dark. Kathy was just as fabulous. A huge thank you to both of them walking by my side as I left a very abusive situation (hindsight is 20/20). I feel like I've been let free. I could not have done it alone. They helped light my new path. They are the best!

Sydney
June 11, 2020

Rachel and her assistant Cathy helped me navigate an extremely challenging and emotional case that would have had serious implications for my life, career, future, and liberties. They demonstrated a genuine empathy for my situation and were timely, responsive, and professional even during the 2020 SARS CoV-2 outbreak. Cathy and Rachel are clearly a team, even rapidly forming and submitting an exhibit mid-hearing. Rachel’s closing argument was passionate but rooted firmly in the law and likely won us the case. I have an unbelievable amount of gratitude to Rachel, and if you select her to represent you I’m certain you can count on her for the same professionalism, skill, timeliness, and above all, compassion, that characterized her representation of me.

Christine
November 25, 2019

We hired Rachel, along with Sarissa, via Levine & Levine. Rachel did a wonderful job always keeping my sons and his children's best interest at heart. Working at times side by side with Sarissa, I feel Rachel's knowledge, experience, and dedication allowed my son's divorce and custody case to be resolved with the best possible outcome. Rachel truly cares for her clients and is passionate about her career. Such a blessing.

Kate
November 21, 2019

Rachel was recommended to me by a friend who is a prominent criminal defense attorney. She was extremely helpful in resolving a family matter. On a personal level, Rachel was down to earth, empathetic and easy to communicate with throughout the whole process. She kept me updated and was very responsive. I knew nothing about the process and was quite intimidated, but she explained everything clearly and patiently. She answered e-mails promptly and efficiently. I felt confident trusting her with this very stressful and important matter. Rachel had amazing presence in the courtroom. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing needing a competent and highly effective attorney.

Hannah
September 13, 2017

I hired Rachel to help me settle my custody case. She really put my mind at ease in a potentially stressful time. She and Cathy always communicated to me in a timely manor including clear instructions and set appropriate expectations. We were able to resolve the matter quickly and satisfactorily. Rachel is very friendly and easy to talk to.

Heather
October 21, 2020

Rachel was nothing more then extraordinary. Absolutely amazing at what she does. She takes her career very seriously. She works hard with her clients. She is dedicated and understanding. She listened to everything I had to say. She is completely honest and straight forward. I would have not want anyone else to handle my case. She exceeded my expectations. She is very loyal, trustworthy. And puts what is best for the kids and there safety first.

anonymous
June 23, 2020

I hired Attorney Gruetzner to help us with a very complicated divorce and custody battle. She was thorough in educating me about a world I was not familiar with, paid attention to every detail of my history, genuinely cared and assured me she would do whatever it took to help us. Rachel fought for 2 years to help us in our case and to protect my son. She also helped with a personal protection order, sell our home and settle a complicated financial situation. I HIGHLY Attorney Gruetzner because of the commitment she has to her clients and the special talent she has as an attorney. It takes a great deal of grit, dedication, perseverance. She embodies all of those characteristics, but brings a level of compassion and commitment to her clients that makes her stand out. This is why Attorney Gruetzner succeeds and will continue to succeed. She is changing lives for the better and influencing the laws that protect those lives.

Kim
June 18, 2020

Rachel had my back when i didnt know up from down. She listened to my heart and my concerns. She spoke to my adult son while being careful not to bad mouth either parent. She went to bat for me when i needed her most. She was very thorough in making sure i understood what i needed to know. She walked me through all the steps one by one making sure not to leave me in the dark. Kathy was just as fabulous. A huge thank you to both of them walking by my side as I left a very abusive situation (hindsight is 20/20). I feel like I've been let free. I could not have done it alone. They helped light my new path. They are the best!

Sydney
June 11, 2020

Rachel and her assistant Cathy helped me navigate an extremely challenging and emotional case that would have had serious implications for my life, career, future, and liberties. They demonstrated a genuine empathy for my situation and were timely, responsive, and professional even during the 2020 SARS CoV-2 outbreak. Cathy and Rachel are clearly a team, even rapidly forming and submitting an exhibit mid-hearing. Rachel’s closing argument was passionate but rooted firmly in the law and likely won us the case. I have an unbelievable amount of gratitude to Rachel, and if you select her to represent you I’m certain you can count on her for the same professionalism, skill, timeliness, and above all, compassion, that characterized her representation of me.

Christine
November 25, 2019

We hired Rachel, along with Sarissa, via Levine & Levine. Rachel did a wonderful job always keeping my sons and his children's best interest at heart. Working at times side by side with Sarissa, I feel Rachel's knowledge, experience, and dedication allowed my son's divorce and custody case to be resolved with the best possible outcome. Rachel truly cares for her clients and is passionate about her career. Such a blessing.

Kate
November 21, 2019

Rachel was recommended to me by a friend who is a prominent criminal defense attorney. She was extremely helpful in resolving a family matter. On a personal level, Rachel was down to earth, empathetic and easy to communicate with throughout the whole process. She kept me updated and was very responsive. I knew nothing about the process and was quite intimidated, but she explained everything clearly and patiently. She answered e-mails promptly and efficiently. I felt confident trusting her with this very stressful and important matter. Rachel had amazing presence in the courtroom. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing needing a competent and highly effective attorney.

Hannah
September 13, 2017

I hired Rachel to help me settle my custody case. She really put my mind at ease in a potentially stressful time. She and Cathy always communicated to me in a timely manor including clear instructions and set appropriate expectations. We were able to resolve the matter quickly and satisfactorily. Rachel is very friendly and easy to talk to.

Heather
October 21, 2020

Rachel was nothing more then extraordinary. Absolutely amazing at what she does. She takes her career very seriously. She works hard with her clients. She is dedicated and understanding. She listened to everything I had to say. She is completely honest and straight forward. I would have not want anyone else to handle my case. She exceeded my expectations. She is very loyal, trustworthy. And puts what is best for the kids and there safety first.

anonymous
June 23, 2020

I hired Attorney Gruetzner to help us with a very complicated divorce and custody battle. She was thorough in educating me about a world I was not familiar with, paid attention to every detail of my history, genuinely cared and assured me she would do whatever it took to help us. Rachel fought for 2 years to help us in our case and to protect my son. She also helped with a personal protection order, sell our home and settle a complicated financial situation. I HIGHLY Attorney Gruetzner because of the commitment she has to her clients and the special talent she has as an attorney. It takes a great deal of grit, dedication, perseverance. She embodies all of those characteristics, but brings a level of compassion and commitment to her clients that makes her stand out. This is why Attorney Gruetzner succeeds and will continue to succeed. She is changing lives for the better and influencing the laws that protect those lives.

Kim
June 18, 2020

Rachel had my back when i didnt know up from down. She listened to my heart and my concerns. She spoke to my adult son while being careful not to bad mouth either parent. She went to bat for me when i needed her most. She was very thorough in making sure i understood what i needed to know. She walked me through all the steps one by one making sure not to leave me in the dark. Kathy was just as fabulous. A huge thank you to both of them walking by my side as I left a very abusive situation (hindsight is 20/20). I feel like I've been let free. I could not have done it alone. They helped light my new path. They are the best!

Sydney
June 11, 2020

Rachel and her assistant Cathy helped me navigate an extremely challenging and emotional case that would have had serious implications for my life, career, future, and liberties. They demonstrated a genuine empathy for my situation and were timely, responsive, and professional even during the 2020 SARS CoV-2 outbreak. Cathy and Rachel are clearly a team, even rapidly forming and submitting an exhibit mid-hearing. Rachel’s closing argument was passionate but rooted firmly in the law and likely won us the case. I have an unbelievable amount of gratitude to Rachel, and if you select her to represent you I’m certain you can count on her for the same professionalism, skill, timeliness, and above all, compassion, that characterized her representation of me.

Christine
November 25, 2019

We hired Rachel, along with Sarissa, via Levine & Levine. Rachel did a wonderful job always keeping my sons and his children's best interest at heart. Working at times side by side with Sarissa, I feel Rachel's knowledge, experience, and dedication allowed my son's divorce and custody case to be resolved with the best possible outcome. Rachel truly cares for her clients and is passionate about her career. Such a blessing.

Kate
November 21, 2019

Rachel was recommended to me by a friend who is a prominent criminal defense attorney. She was extremely helpful in resolving a family matter. On a personal level, Rachel was down to earth, empathetic and easy to communicate with throughout the whole process. She kept me updated and was very responsive. I knew nothing about the process and was quite intimidated, but she explained everything clearly and patiently. She answered e-mails promptly and efficiently. I felt confident trusting her with this very stressful and important matter. Rachel had amazing presence in the courtroom. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing needing a competent and highly effective attorney.

Hannah
September 13, 2017

I hired Rachel to help me settle my custody case. She really put my mind at ease in a potentially stressful time. She and Cathy always communicated to me in a timely manor including clear instructions and set appropriate expectations. We were able to resolve the matter quickly and satisfactorily. Rachel is very friendly and easy to talk to.