Core Legal PLC is a premier Michigan law firm specializing in criminal defense and family law, known for its client-centered approach and extensive courtroom experience. The firm stands out through its unique C.O.R.E. values—Clarity, Options, Responsiveness, and Efficiency—and its comprehensive on-staff resources, including private investigation and litigation management professionals.
The firm’s attorneys bring decades of combined experience in both state and federal courts, with a focus on high-stakes cases involving personal freedom, family stability, and asset protection. They serve individuals facing criminal charges such as drug crimes, sex offenses, and homicide, as well as clients navigating complex family law matters like divorce, custody disputes, and estate planning. Founder Chris Wirth, a Super Lawyers honoree, has handled over 3,000 hearings and 200 trials, while Amanda Van Essen Wirth contributes expertise in family law, probate, and military-related cases.
Services Offered
- Criminal Defense
- Drug Crimes
- Sex Crimes
- Firearm Offenses
- Assault and Battery
- Homicide
- White Collar Crime
- Family Law
- Divorce
- High-Asset Divorce
- Divorce Mediation
- Child Custody
- Paternity
- Child Abuse and Neglect Litigation
- Property Division
- Parenting Rights
- Estate Planning
- Trusts
- Wills
- Medicaid Planning
- Probate Litigation
- Civil Litigation
- Appellate Representation
The firm serves clients across Michigan, with particular recognition in Grand Rapids, and has received accolades including “Best of the Best” awards in both family and criminal law from Grand Rapids Magazine. Their attorneys are also fluent in handling cases involving military families and veterans, and have been honored by the Michigan Legislature for their advocacy in child welfare.
