If you are contemplating divorce or if you find yourself in the middle of a custody dispute, you want an attorney who will work for you and protect your rights, while seeking a resolution that is in the best interests of your children. You need an attorney who is experienced, who will listen to you and stand beside you as you navigate the court system. Attorney Thomas C. Kates has over two decades of trial experience, and devotes his professional practice to family law. He is a skilled courtroom advocate and a tough negotiator.
Practice emphasis on Family Law (Divorce, Child Custody, Support, Alimony, Parenting Time, Post-Judgment Property Matters, Guardianship/Conservatorship, Mediation, Adoptions)
Over twenty-one years experience in West Michigan. Serving Ottawa, Kent, Allegan, Muskegon and Van Buren Counties.
Evening and weekend appointments available.
Call Attorney Kates today at (616) 399-4700 for your free initial telephone consultation.

We now have two offices.
The Holland office of Thomas C. Kates is located in the PNC Bank Building Downtown at the northwest corner of 8th and Central. Park on 8th Street or in the PNC Bank parking lot behind the bank building. Enter the main bank lobby and take the elevator to floor 2R, suite 220. Or take the stairs through the 8th Street Annex entrance (next to Coldstone Creamery) to the 2nd floor.
Mr. Kates is now seeing clients in Grand Haven at 700 Washington Suite 260. This office is conveniently located just two blocks from the Ottawa County Courthouse. 