Practice Areas
Education
Wayne State University Law School
Detroit, Michigan
J.D., 1999
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
B.A., 1994
Bar Admissions
Michigan
Court Admissions
All Michigan state courts
Family Law Attorney
Jude is a partner in Varnum’s Family Law Practice. He has experience in all areas of family law and has a particular focus in matters involving complex business valuations, hidden and/or undisclosed assets, and mental health issues as they relate to marital difficulties, custody and parenting time.
Jude represents clients throughout the State of Michigan, with emphasis in Kent, Ottawa, Muskegon, and Kalamazoo counties. His goal is to assist clients in reaching fair settlements in an efficient and cost-effective manner. As a skilled litigator, Jude provides passionate and effective courtroom representation in matters where an agreement cannot be reached.
Honors and Recognitions
Grand Rapids Magazine’s Top Lawyers, Family Law, since 2019
Professional Affiliations
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), an organization that represents abused/neglected children
Grand Rapids Bar Association: Family Law Section; former trustee
State Bar of Michigan, Family Law Section
Community Involvement
YWCA, past Board member
Presentations
State Bar of Michigan Family Law Section 2018 Mid-Summer Conference, presenter
State Bar of Michigan Family Law Section 2014 Mid-Summer Conference, presenter
State Bar of Michigan Family Law Section 2013 Mid-Summer Conference, presenter