Susan F. Widenbaum

Susan F. Widenbaum is an experienced attorney practicing at the Law Offices of Susan F. Widenbaum, P.C. in Westland, Michigan. She represents individuals and families in a wide range of legal matters, bringing a practical and steady approach to cases involving both personal and financial concerns.

Susan earned her Bachelor of Arts from Michigan State University in 1987, graduating cum laude with high honors. Susan later received her Juris Doctorate from Wayne State University in 1990. This strong academic foundation supports her comprehensive understanding of complex legal and procedural issues.

Susan was admitted to practice law in 1991 in Michigan, Illinois, and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. Her practice areas include divorce, family law, juvenile matters, child custody, child support, probate, guardianship and conservatorship, wills, estate planning, criminal law, bankruptcy, and driving while intoxicated cases.

Susan’s family law practice addresses divorce, custody, and support matters with careful attention to long-term outcomes. In probate and estate planning, Susan assists clients with wills, powers of attorney, living wills, deeds, and estate administration, helping families plan responsibly and manage transitions with clarity and structure.

Susan is an active member of numerous professional organizations, including the Wayne County Family Law Bar Association, Wayne County Probate Bar Association, Women’s Lawyer Bar Association, Detroit Metropolitan Bar Association, and the Oakland County, Wayne County, and American Bar Associations. She is also a member of the State Bar of Michigan, including its Family Law, Probate, and General Practice sections.

Susan F. Widenbaum’s work has been recognized with honors such as the Platinum Client Champion designation and the Avvo Client’s Choice Award. Through consistent advocacy and broad legal experience, she continues to serve clients with diligence, professionalism, and a commitment to effective legal solutions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney/Owner, Law Offices of Susan F. Widenbaum, P.C.
• Member, Wayne County Family Law Bar Association
• Member, Wayne County Probate Bar Association
• Member, Women’s Lawyer Bar Association
• Member, Detroit Metropolitan Bar Association
• Member, Oakland County Bar Association
• Member, Wayne County Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, State Bar of Michigan, Family Law; Probate; General Practice Sections

Licensed State

• Michigan
• Illinois

Education

• Wayne State University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Michigan State University
  Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude with High Honors

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