Amy M. Spilman - Birmingham, MI
Attorney at Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC
Contested Divorces Lawyers in Birmingham, MI
600 South Adams Road Suite 100 Birmingham, MI 48009
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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32
Years
Experience
Birmingham Contested Divorces Lawyer
Updated: 03/17/2026
Areas of Practice
- Contested Divorces
- Custody Cases
- Child Support Disputes
- Paternity
- Appeals
- Spousal Support
- Change of Domicile
- Prenuptial Agreements
- Probate Administration
- Guardianships
- Conservatorships
Attorney Information
Overview
Amy M. Spilman specializes in complex litigation in all facets of family law, including divorce, custody, child and spousal support, change of domicile disputes, property division and enforcement, grandparents' rights, and paternity issues. Known for her depth of knowledge of the law, attention to detail and superior writing and advocacy skills, Amy also specializes in family law appeals.
Amy received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Michigan in 1991 and earned her Juris Doctor from the prestigious University of Michigan Law School in 1994. She has been rated AV-Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell since 2012, has been recognized as a SuperLawyer since 2014, as a Leading Lawyer by her peers since 2014, and a Top Lawyer by DBusiness Magazine in 2017. Amy brings over 20 years of family law experience to aggressively and effectively represent her clients and achieve outstanding results. She provides a personalized level of service to each and every client, empowering them with the information and support each needs to make informed decisions every step of the way.
Amy is committed to the elevation and development of the practice of family law and complements her busy caseload with active service in state and local bar associations. Amy was elected to the Family Law Council of the State Bar of Michigan, a 21-member panel whose mission is to provide crucial input and recommendations regarding proposed legislation and court rules, and to promote the legal education of the Bar in family law. Amy serves on the Court Rules and Legislative Committees, and is the co-Editor of the Michigan Family Law Journal, which produces 10 informative issues each year.
Amy is an active member of the Oakland County Bar Association, holding the position of Chair of the Family Court Committee in 2015-2016 and Vice Chair in 2014-2015. She has also served as the Family Court Committee's liaison to the OCBA's Legislative Committee, recommending positions on pending family law related legislation. In 2016, Amy was elected to the board of the Michigan Inter Professional Association on Marriage, Divorce and the Family, a non-profit organization of judges, lawyers and mental health professionals who meet regularly to combine their special skills, knowledge and insights with a goal towards strengthening family life. Amy is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.
Amy has published several articles on family law matters in the Michigan Family Law Journal and Laches, the Oakland County Bar Association's monthly publication. She is a contributing author, Custody chapter, of the LexisNexis Practice Guide: Michigan Family Law (2016, LexisNexis), and, in addition to other speaking engagements, she most recently moderated the Family Law Update for the Institute of Continuing Legal Education in May 2017.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Fellow of the Oakland County Bar Foundation
- Michigan SuperLawyer, Family Law, 2014-Present
- Leading Lawyer, Family Law, 2014-Present
- AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell, 2012-Present
- DBusiness Magazine Top Lawyer, 2017 - Present
- Certificate of Recognition - First Step Legal Clinic for Victims of Domestic Violence
- Certificate of Appreciation, Michigan Court of Appeals, for service to the Court of Appeals Settlement Program
- American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Fellow
Other Sources of Feedback About Amy M. Spilman
Included on the 2026 Michigan Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Michigan Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Michigan Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Michigan Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Michigan Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Michigan Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Michigan Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Michigan Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Michigan Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Michigan Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Michigan Super Lawyers list
- 2015 Michigan Super Lawyers list
- 2014 Michigan Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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The University of Michigan Law School,
Ann Arbor,
Michigan, 1994
J.D.
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The University of Michigan Law School,
Ann Arbor,
Michigan, 1994
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Non Legal Education
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University of Michigan, 1991
B.A.
Honors: With High Distinction
Major: Political Science
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University of Michigan, 1991
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney
Classes and Seminars
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Family Law Update, Institute of Continuing Legal Education, 2017 - Present
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Introduction to Practice - Family Law, Property Division and Economic Issues, Oakland County Bar Association, 2014 - 2016
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Presenter, Domestic Relations Mediator Training, Oakland Mediation Center, 2015 - Present
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Kinship Care and Grandparents' Rights, OLHSA Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Program, 2014 - Present
- Facilitator - Michigan Court of Appeals Domestic Relations Settlement Program
Pro Bono Activities
- Oakland County Bar Foundation, Fellow
- Oakland County Probate Court Appointed Guardian Ad Litem
Published Works
Articles
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Custody chapter, LexisNexis Practice Guide: Michigan Family Law, LexisNexis, 2016
Contributing Author -
Leverage in Litigation, Michigan Family Law Journal, 2016
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Post-Majority Child Support in Michigan: Resurrecting and Redefining the 'Exceptional Circumstances' Clause, Michigan Family Law Journal, 2015
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Post-Judgment Discovery in Domestic Relations Matters, Laches, 2012
Other Affiliations
- State Bar of Michigan (Family Law Section)
- Oakland County Bar Association (Family Court Committee, Member)
- Michigan Inter-Professional Association on Marriage, Divorce and the Family (Member and Trustee)
Reviews
Highlights
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0.5 Value
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0.5 Quality of Service
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0.5 Professional Competence
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Hired Attorney 2022-2024Amy is unethical, immoral, and looking to steal all your money. She WILL make things worse between you and your ex. All other lawyers I have talked to have credited Amy for the negative persepction lawyers have with the public. Amy is a truly evil human. Please save yourself and look else where.
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Contact
600 South Adams Road
Suite 100
Birmingham, MI 48009
Phone: 248-469-0613
Email: Send a message
Hours: Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm; Saturday-Sunday: Closed
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