Kristen E. Guinn

Kristen E. Guinn, Business Attorney in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and General

ShareholderatSmith Haughey Rice & Roegge, P.C.

Grand Rapids, MI

Practicing business in Grand Rapids since 2006.

20+
Years practicing
4
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Kristen E. Guinn is a shareholder based in Grand Rapids, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Kristen has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge, P.C..

Based in
Grand Rapids, MI
Experience
over 20 years
Known for
Business · Employment · General
  • Handles Business, Employment, and General matters from Grand Rapids, MI.
  • Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Kristen E. Guinn: Kristen E. Guinn is a shareholder based in Grand Rapids, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Kristen has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge, P.C..

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Kristen E. Guinn

Kristen concentrates on business, employment, general, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kristen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Kristen takes business matters in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kristen agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Kristen takes employment matters in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kristen agrees to represent you.

General cases in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Kristen takes general matters in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kristen agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Kristen takes insurance matters in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kristen agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Kristen takes litigation matters in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kristen agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Kristen E. Guinn — Over 20 years of Michigan business experience

Kristen E. Guinn is a shareholder based in Grand Rapids, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Kristen has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge, P.C..

Kristen E. Guinn is a lawyer practicing accounting malpractice defense, commercial litigation services, employment litigation and 10 other areas of law. Kristen E. received a B.A. degree from Butler University in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years. Kristen E. practices at Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge, P.C. in Grand Rapids, MI.

Working with Kristen on a business matter

Kristen E. Guinn is a lawyer practicing accounting malpractice defense, commercial litigation services, employment litigation and 10 other areas of law. Kristen E. received a B.A. degree from Butler University in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years. Kristen E. practices at Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge, P.C. in Grand Rapids, MI.

Who Kristen represents

Kristen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and general matters in Grand Rapids and the surrounding Michigan area.

Credentials

Kristen E. Guinn's legal education and bar admissions

  • Suffolk University Law School J.D. cum laude Suffolk University Law School J.D. 2006 Member Suffolk University Law School J.D. Dean's List

  • Butler University

    B.A. Recipient · 2001

Jurisdictions

Kristen's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    2009 · ACTIVE

  • Michigan

    2008 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2008 · ACTIVE

  • Massachusetts

    2006 · ACTIVE

Kristen studied at — in Suffolk University Law School J.D. cum laude Suffolk University Law School J.D. 2006 Member Suffolk University Law School J.D. Dean's List and B.A. Recipient in Butler University.

Law school and academic background

Kristen completed — in Suffolk University Law School J.D. cum laude Suffolk University Law School J.D. 2006 Member Suffolk University Law School J.D. Dean's List and B.A. Recipient in Butler University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kristen runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Kristen E. Guinn's office in Grand Rapids

Kristen's primary office is at 100 Monroe Center NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge, P.C.

100 Monroe Center NW

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kristen E. Guinn — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kristen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Kristen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kristen's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kristen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Grand Rapids, Michigan

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kristen

Kristen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kristen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Kristen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kristen E. Guinn

  • How much does it cost to hire Kristen for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kristen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Kristen offer a free consultation?

    Kristen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kristen's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kristen's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Michigan typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kristen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Kristen take my case if I'm outside Grand Rapids?

    Kristen is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kristen will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Kristen?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kristen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Kristen accepting new business clients right now?

    Kristen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Grand Rapids, Detroit and Southfield in Michigan

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