Michelle M. Guillien

Michelle M. Guillien has built a legal career centered on family law matters affecting individuals and families throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin. Her practice focuses on helping clients address complex legal issues that arise during major life transitions. Through years of dedicated work in this area, she has guided people through difficult situations while helping them understand their legal rights and options.

Michelle earned a B.S. from Winona State University in 1989, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She later received a J.D. from the University of Iowa in 1991, graduating with High Distinction. In addition to her legal practice, she has shared her knowledge with students by serving as an adjunct professor in the paralegal program at Winona State University.

Michelle concentrates on a broad range of family law matters. Her work includes divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, child support issues, spousal maintenance matters, enforcement of judgments, paternity cases, and cohabitation-related concerns. She assists clients with legal challenges that often require careful planning, strong advocacy, and attention to detail throughout every stage of the process.

Michelle also has substantial experience handling family law appeals. When clients seek review of a court decision, she helps evaluate the legal issues involved and presents arguments through the appellate process. Her experience in both trial-level and appellate family law matters allows her to provide comprehensive representation tailored to the circumstances of each case.

Michelle M. Guillien remains committed to helping clients navigate legal challenges with clarity, preparation, and a practical approach focused on achieving meaningful solutions. Michelle is admitted to practice in Minnesota and Wisconsin and serves clients across multiple communities in both states. Her professional affiliations include the Minnesota State Bar Association, State Bar of Wisconsin, and the La Crosse County and Houston County Bar Associations. Through her family law practice, she has assisted individuals with resolving disputes involving parenting, financial support, and other domestic relations matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Guillien Van Nuland, LLC
• Member, Minnesota State Bar Association
• Member, State Bar of Wisconsin
• Member, La Crosse County Bar Association
• Member, Houston County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Wisconsin
• Minnesota

Education

• University of Iowa
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Winona State University
  Bachelor of Science, Magna Cum Laude

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