Erika Salerno Shadowens is a dedicated family law attorney and partner at Varnum LLP, specializing in divorce, child custody, and complex family litigation. With over 26 years of experience, she stands out for her focused expertise in high-asset cases involving closely held family businesses and challenging interstate and international child custody disputes.
Erika employs a comprehensive approach that includes litigation, mediation, and collaborative law to achieve her clients’ goals. She is a tenacious advocate for individuals and families across multiple Michigan counties, known for her diligence and deep knowledge of family law. Her practice is further distinguished by her role as a trained mediator and collaborative lawyer, offering clients multiple pathways to resolution.
Services Offered
- Divorce
- Child custody
- Family law litigation
- Change of domicile cases
- Interstate child custody matters
- International child custody matters
- Mediation
- Collaborative law
- High-asset divorce cases
- Closely held family business disputes
Erika serves clients in Kalamazoo, Kent, Allegan, Berrien, Van Buren, St. Joseph, Barry, Calhoun, Eaton, Ionia, and surrounding counties. She is admitted to practice in Michigan and Wisconsin, including all Michigan state courts and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. Recognized by Best Lawyers in America® since 2021, she is a frequent media commentator on family law issues.
