Kitchen Sharkey, PLLC - Ann Arbor, MI

Client-Centered, Family-Focused Representation in Ann Arbor

When dealing with a sensitive domestic dispute, having a legal team that is both highly skilled and genuinely compassionate is invaluable. Kitchen Sharkey, PLLC is a premier, full-service family law firm located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, serving clients across Washtenaw, Livingston, and Wayne counties. Founded by Katherine Sharkey and Elizabeth Kitchen-Troop, the firm is widely respected for its holistic, family-focused approach. Whether you are navigating a high-conflict divorce or seeking an amicable resolution, their experienced attorneys provide the strategic, hands-on representation necessary to protect your rights and help your family transition smoothly to the next chapter of life.

Comprehensive Family Law, Divorce, and Mediation Services

Kitchen Sharkey, PLLC handles all aspects of family law with exceptional care and legal precision. Their comprehensive practice areas include contested and uncontested divorce, legal separation, child custody, parenting time disputes, child support, and spousal maintenance. Understanding that courtroom litigation can be emotionally and financially draining, both partners are highly trained mediators and collaborative divorce practitioners. They work diligently to help clients resolve disputes out of court through structured alternative dispute resolution, saving families time and reducing the stress often associated with a trial.

Specialized Child Advocacy and Parenting Coordination

The well-being of children is at the center of Kitchen Sharkey's practice. Elizabeth Kitchen-Troop and Katherine Sharkey frequently serve as court-appointed Guardians ad Litem, representing the best interests of minors in highly contested custody and protection cases. Additionally, they offer professional parenting coordination services to help parents implement custody agreements and resolve day-to-day parenting disputes without continuous, expensive court intervention. Their firm is also highly skilled in drafting prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, helping couples establish solid, clear financial expectations before or during their marriage.

Protection in Domestic Violence and Crisis Situations

Domestic violence and safety concerns require swift, powerful, and sensitive legal intervention. Attorney Katherine Sharkey has a distinguished background representing survivors of domestic violence, having previously served as a family law staff attorney with Cabrini Green Legal Aid and the Family Law Project. The legal team at Kitchen Sharkey, PLLC is highly experienced in obtaining and defending Personal Protection Orders, helping clients navigate the legal system safely during volatile domestic crises. They provide a safe, supportive space while aggressively utilizing the law to protect you and your children.

Why Partner with Kitchen Sharkey, PLLC"

Selecting the right firm is a critical decision for your family's future. Here is what sets Kitchen Sharkey apart:

• Award-Winning Partners: Katherine Sharkey is recognized as a Super Lawyer, representing the top tier of family law practitioners in Michigan.
• Distinguished Leadership: Partner Elizabeth Kitchen-Troop has served as President of both the Washtenaw County Bar Association and the Women Lawyers Association of Michigan.
• Diverse Dispute Resolution Options: Offering litigation, mediation, collaborative divorce, and limited-scope representation tailored to your budget and needs.
• Highly Specialized Advocacy: Exceptional expertise in guardian ad litem representation, parenting coordination, and domestic violence protections.

If you find yourself facing a divorce or need a lawyer immediately to handle a complex custody or protection matter, contact Kitchen Sharkey, PLLC in Ann Arbor today. Let their dedicated team provide the client-centered advocacy and family-focused guidance you deserve.