Rochester Hills Child Custody Attorney

Last updated on July 9, 2026

Families in Rochester Hills facing a contested custody matter are working with Oakland County Circuit Court Family Division – and the Rochester Hills community brings its own local considerations, from Rochester Community Schools enrollment and residency questions to coordination custody schedules around the city’s youth sports and activity calendars. Lisa D. Stern has represented Oakland County parents in custody disputes for over 30 years and understands how these local details factor into the desired case outcome.

Lisa runs a deliberately selective practice built for executives, professionals and public figures facing high-conflict custody disputes, limiting her caseload so clients have direct, personal contact with her throughout the proceeding. She will advocate for your rights as a parent and your children’s best interests under the Michigan Child Custody Act, MCL 722.21 et seq.

She has been handling cases in Oakland County Family Court for over 30 years. She will defend your rights as a parent and your children’s best interests under the Michigan Child Custody Act, MCL 722.21 et seq.

Strategic Child Custody Services

Lisa has extensive experience with the Oakland County Friend of the Court’s (FOC) procedures for investigating, recommending and enforcing domestic relations orders — from routine local matters to high-profile and international custody disputes. Her practice includes:

• Representing clients in child custody matters throughout Rochester Hills and Oakland County
• Handling complex child custody disputes in Rochester Hills – focusing strictly on high-stakes, not routine, matters
• Clarifying legal and physical custody distinctions
• Advocating as a parenting time attorney in Rochester Hills to resolve scheduling disputes
• Addressing alimony within comprehensive family transitions
• Managing relocation issues as a formidable high-conflict custody attorney in Rochester Hills

Lisa possesses deep familiarity with Oakland County Circuit Court Family Division custody proceedings. She ensures her clients are prepared for all local mandates, including completing the mandatory parenting education program required by Oakland County custody courts in contested cases.

Schedule Your Initial Session

Protecting your family’s future requires skilled, direct and personalized representation from an attorney you know cannot be outmaneuvered. Contact Lisa D. Stern today for a strategic session at 248-973-7842 or use the online form and take advantage of concierge-quality legal representation for your challenging custody case