About
Rhonda R. Kunkel is an attorney at Knaggs, Harter, Brake & Schneider, P.C., where she provides clear and practical legal guidance to individuals and families across Michigan. Her practice focuses on family law, estate planning, probate and estate administration, and collections. She is known for handling complex legal matters with care, precision, and a strong understanding of court procedures. Clients rely on her for practical solutions, steady advocacy, and well-prepared representation at every stage of a case.
Ms. Kunkel earned her J.D. from Thomas M. Cooley Law School, graduating Cum Laude. She also holds a B.A. in Criminal Justice from Michigan State University, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. Earlier in her academic path, she completed an A.A. in Paralegal Studies from Lansing Community College. This layered education gives her a strong foundation in legal research, writing, and applied legal practice.
Ms. Kunkel has professional experience with respected Michigan law firms, including Knaggs, Harter, Brake & Schneider, P.C., Bernick, Radner & Ouellette, P.C., and Nolan, Thomsen & Villas, P.C. Through these roles, she has developed broad courtroom experience and a practical approach to resolving disputes. She is admitted to practice in Michigan and before the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan.
Ms. Kunkel helps clients navigate complex family matters, plan for the future, and manage estate and probate responsibilities with confidence in her legal work. She focuses on clear communication, careful preparation, and the protection of her clients’ legal rights.
Rhonda R. Kunkel, as a member of the State Bar of Michigan and the Ingham County Bar Association, remains committed to professional standards and effective advocacy. Her work reflects a consistent focus on achieving fair, lawful outcomes for the people she serves. Through every matter, she applies strong legal analysis and dependable guidance, helping clients make informed decisions while moving forward with clarity, stability, and trust in the legal process from start to resolution.
Law Office Affiliations
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Attorney, Knaggs, Harter, Brake & Schneider, P.C.
- Member, State Bar of Michigan
- Member, Ingham County Bar Association
Licensed State
- Michigan
Education
- Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Juris Doctor (JD) - Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges


- Power of Attorney
- Probate
- Trusts
- Wills And Living Wills
- Adoption
- Alimony
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Divorce & Separation
- Guardianship
- Military Divorce
- Paternity
- Uncontested Divorce
- LGBTQ Family
- Landlord Or Tenant




