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Lisa Kirsch Satawa
Big Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and Traffic Tickets
Detroit College of Law
I'm Lisa B. Kirsch Satawa, and together with Christina Daskas (deceased), I founded Kirsch Daskas Law Group in 2015 with a mission close to our hearts: preventing wrongful convictions by defending against false allegations, one client at a time. Our vision wasn't just about legal representation; it was about nurturing young lawyers into compassionate advocates who see beyond the accusations to the person behind them.
Born in Detroit, MI in the 1960s, I was raised with invaluable lessons by my parents—lessons in the importance of a strong work ethic, humility, gratitude, and family. Married to criminal defense attorney Mark Satawa...
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Michael Robert Bartish
Fremont, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Military
University of Cincinnati College of Law
Michael R. Bartish is a founding member of Springstead & Bartish Law, P.L.L.C.. He defends and represents clients in state and federal courts throughout Western Michigan from Niles to Traverse City. Mr. Bartish is a former active duty Judge Advocate General in the U.S. Army where he served at Fort Hood, Texas, from 1999 through 2002. During his active duty service, Mr. Bartish served as a trial counsel and senior trial counsel for the First Cavalry Division and as a Trial Defense Counsel for Fort Hood, Texas. After four years on active duty, Mr. Bartish went into private practice...
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Gary K. Springstead
Fremont, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Wayne State University Law School and University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Gary K. Springstead is a former FBI Agent and criminal defense attorney defending clients in state court in Michigan and federal courts throughout the United States. He is rated a Super Lawyer for Criminal Law, a 10.0 on Avvo and received the Client's Choice Award on Avvo for his outstanding work. He regularly defends clients in high-profile cases in Michigan and throughout the United States.
In federal court, Mr. Springstead defends clients accused of a wide variety of crimes. This includes white collar crimes such as health care fraud, bank fraud, wire fraud and mail fraud, embezzlement, bribery and kickback schemes;...
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Erin L Emelander
Newaygo, MI Criminal Defense Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and Monash University Law Chambers, Melbourne, Australia
Graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor's of Science in Behavioral Science with an emphasis in Criminal Justice.
Graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Was member of the Dean's List. Studied abroad in Australia and New Zealand.
Paralegal for The Law Office of Craig A. Jenison (6 years)
Prior Litigation Support Analyst for Varnum (2 years)
Prior internship with Ottawa County Prosecutor's Office: assisted prosecution with a cold case murder trial
Prior internship with Kent County Prosecutor's Office Juvenile Division
Established and ran her own law office following graduation for six months before accepting a position as Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Oceana...
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Harold Leo Emelander
Newaygo, MI Criminal Defense Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Harold Leo Emelander was raised in Newaygo, Michigan. After graduating from Newaygo High School, he attended Grand Valley State University where he received his Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctorate from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2006. To further his education he then moved to Florida where he attended The University of Florida College of Law and received his LLM in Taxation in 2007. Mr. Emelander began his legal career in Miami, Florida at an accounting firm. He utilized his degree in taxation law by advising clients on individual,...
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Steven C. Benson
Reed City, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
University of Tennessee - Knoxville and Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Mr. Kevin J Kozma
White Cloud, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Family, Probate and Real Estate
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James R. Samuels
Big Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Attorney
305 S. Warren Ave
Big Rapids, MI 49307-2027
Criminal Defense
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Keeley D Heath
Greenville, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Keeley Blanchard is a top criminal defense attorney in Michigan. She focuses her practice in the areas of defending those wrongfully accused of criminal sexual conduct, child abuse, domestic violence, assault, child pornography, and drug crimes. Her trial experience is significant, she has an excellent reputation for being aggressive, and will out-prepare any of the prosecutors she faces in court.
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Scott Grabel
Grand Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Scott Grabel is an experienced trial attorney with a strong history of positive results in drug, murder, criminal sexual conduct, and DUI/OWI cases. He has successfully argued cases before the Michigan Court of Appeals and has appeared as a commentator on Court TV's Best Defense for analysis of a murder case. Recently he was a guest on the Morning Blaze with Doc Thompson. He has served as an adjunct professor at the Thomas M. Cooley Law School and as a mentor for the Ingham County Bar Association's Mentoring Program. He is proud to be rated as one of the 10...
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William Weise
Grand Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and White Collar Crime
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
William Weise brings with him a history of getting exceptional results with criminal defense charges and experience handling major cases such as homicides and felony violent crimes. He also has familiarity with innovative defense and trial techniques stemming from evidence related to latent fingerprints, cellular triangulation and other tracking technologies. Bill Weise uses aggressive and creative defense strategies to give his clients the edge on getting the best possible results in all types of criminal cases including violent crimes, DUI defense, sex crimes and drug charges. Changes to the medical marijuana laws involving acceptable amounts of the drug to be...
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Marcie Ridley
Grand Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and White Collar Crime
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Marcie Ridley is a graduate of the University Tennessee Martin and the Thomas M. Cooley Law School. She began her legal career working at the Federal Public Defenders Office of Western Michigan and as a law clerk for Grabel & Associates. After passing the bar in 2002, Marcie became an associate attorney at Grabel & Associates. Marcie Ridley handles mostly driver's license restoration cases for Grabel & Associates, an area she excels in. In her free time, Marcie enjoys spending time with her family and being active in her community.
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Joseph Brugnoli
Grand Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Attorney with 11 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and White Collar Crime
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Joseph Brugnoli has always been driven to defend and protect; first by serving in the in the Army in the 75th Ranger Regiment then as a police officer. Becoming an attorney felt like the natural progression for his future and he found that his law enforcement background served as an invaluable asset to his clients. His time in the Army paired with almost 11 years as a police officer has put him through just about every type of intense situation and taught him how to come out ahead. Battle tested and razor sharp, Joseph Brugnoli’s unique background allows him to...
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Joshua Blanchard
Greenville, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Joshua Blanchard is a trial lawyer who holds a BBA in Accounting from Northwood University and a Juris Doctor from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. He operated a solo law practice representing clients in criminal trial matters throughout the state of Michigan. He has tried a number of jury trials to verdict and has obtained “not guilty” verdicts for his clients in both bench and jury trials. Mr. Blanchard is admitted to practice in Michigan state courts as well as in Federal Court for the Eastern and Western districts of Michigan. Mr. Blanchard represents people in need...
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Peter Samouris
Grand Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and White Collar Crime
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Mr. Samouris has been a part of the winning criminal defense team at Grabel & Associates for over a decade. During that time he has gotten favorable results for clients in an endless list of types and degrees of criminal offenses in counties all over the state of Michigan. Mr. Samouris credits his success with his client’s criminal cases to his thorough preparation and hardworking attitude. At Grabel & Associates, we understand being prepared is half the battle when getting the best possible results for our clients. Meticulous preparation along with exceptional knowledge and application of the laws that apply...
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David M. Glancy
Ludington, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Business, Insurance Defense and Personal Injury
Michigan State University College of Law
David M. Glancy is an experienced civil and criminal trial attorney. He has substantial experience in evaluating and litigating automobile accidents, premise liability claims and first-party/No-Fault claims. He has handled serious felony, misdemeanor, drunk/drugged driving, and juvenile criminal matters; including multiple high-profile homicide cases.
In addition, Mr. Glancy also practices in the Circuit Court – Family Division, where he has handled numerous cases involving divorce, custody, parenting time issues, juvenile offense and neglect abuse cases.
Mr. Glancy was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 2004. He is a member of the Grand Traverse County Bar Association and the...
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Jennifer Weise
Grand Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
The University of Toledo College of Law
A former prosecutor, Jennifer Weise brings over a decade of trial experience to Grabel & Associates. With experience working in two prosecutor’s offices, she is a seasoned trial attorney with knowledge in all areas of criminal defense. She has also prosecuted hundreds of Criminal Sexual Conduct cases which gives her the ability to fight for her current clients while anticipating the prosecution’s next move. Former prosecutors bring the ability to “think as the other side” to their client’s defense strategy, which is why Jennifer Weise is such an asset to Grabel & Associates. She excels at client communication, enjoys trial...
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William McCririe
Grand Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Attorney with 43 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
All attorneys go to trial, but there are a select few who truly live for it. William McCririe is proud to be one of those few. He thoroughly enjoys preparing for trial: reading and connecting with jurors, selecting the right experts, crafting succinct and probing witness questions and taking any necessary steps to make clients comfortable with the process. It is not unusual to find Bill McCririe meeting with clients and their families evenings and weekends before and during trial; he fights like it’s his own life on the line. Bill McCririe served as a Livingston County prosecutor for over...
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Sara MacGregor
Grand Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and Northern Michigan University
Sara MacGregor joined Grabel & Associates in 2015 with a passion for criminal defense. She was born in Arizona but raised in Michigan's Upper Peninsula where she has lived ever since. Sara is invaluable to Grabel & Associates for her relationships and experience with the courts in the U.P. She attended Manistique High School and graduated summa cum laude from Northern Michigan University with a degree in Pre-Law and a minor in Communications and Chemistry. Sara is a graduate of Thomas M. Cooley Law School and passed the bar in 2014.
Sara MacGregor is ready to defend those charged with criminal...
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Ravi Gurumurthy
Grand Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Licensed in 2014, Ravi Gurumurthy has been an associate at Grabel & Associates for several years. He has experience in the aggressive defense of those charged with criminal sexual conduct, violent crimes, theft and drug charges and juvenile offenses.
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Timothy Doman
Grand Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Attorney with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
Wayne State University Law School
Timothy Doman joined Grabel & Associates in 2016 after leaving his position as a Pre-Hearing Attorney with the Michigan Court of Appeals to follow his passion and interest in criminal law. He believes criminal law is fascinating and was eager to join Grabel & Associates due to our exclusive focus on criminal defense and criminal appeals. Tim Doman’s vast experience working at the Michigan Court of Appeals allows him to quickly and accurately research relevant issues to a client’s criminal defense or appeal and craft well written, comprehensive legal briefs, memos and arguments. His unique background working for both the...
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Megan Smith
Grand Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
When it comes to winning driver’s license restoration cases, Ms. Mast knows that attention to detail and organization is critical. Success depends, in part, on having all the paperwork correctly filled out and submitted timely. Ms. Mast communicates with her clients every step to ensure they understand what is needed and how to prepare documents for the best chance of success. She will fight tirelessly and aggressively to ensure that her clients’ driver’s license privileges are restored. Ms. Mast prides herself on her history of winning driver’s license restoration cases and satisfactory outcomes in criminal cases for her clients.
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Leslie Van Alstine
Manistee, MI Criminal Defense Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Thomas Cooley Law School
We opened our office in Manistee, Michigan in 1995 and have been providing excellent, affordable legal services ever since. We have experienced a variety of challenges that have assisted us in developing a law practice that is particularly suited for the needs and desires of Manistee residents and visitors. We offer free initial consultations for criminal matters and personal injury cases, we only charge $100 for initial consultations for all other matters. Admitted to Practice in the State of Michigan in 1995 and Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Court in 2004. If you...
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Nader Nassif
Grand Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Patrick Dougherty
Manistee, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Patrick Dougherty has been helping individuals and their families through legal challenges and the complexities of the legal system for over 24 years. Patrick is licensed to practice all issues of law in the State of Michigan. He is authorized to practice law in all State Courts in Michigan, including all State Circuit Courts; all State District Courts; the Federal Eastern District and Western District Courts; the Bankruptcy Court for the Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan; the Michigan Court of Appeals; and the Michigan Supreme Court. Patrick Dougherty is also authorized to practice law in the 6th Circuit Court...
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Melissa C Freeman
Greenville, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 9 years of experience
(616) 773-2945
309 S. Lafayette Street, Suite 208
Greenville, MI 48838
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Mr. Chris Allen Houghtaling
Muskegon, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Business, DUI & DWI and Divorce
Valparaiso University School of Law
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Fredric Balgooyen
Muskegon, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 58 years of experience
(231) 733-2566
McCroskey Law Building
1440 Peck Street
Muskegon, MI 49441
Criminal Defense, Business, Elder and Estate Planning
Balgooyen Law Offices has been a general practice firm in Muskegon County for over 40 years, having represented three municipal governments, several area businesses, and multiple generations of Muskegon families. Fredric F. Balgooyen, sole practitioner, has experience as both a prosecuting and public defense attorney, is a member of the State Bar of Michigan's Criminal Law Section, Probate and Estate Planning Section and Master Lawyer Section. Practice areas include estate planning, Wills & Trusts, Probate and decedent estates, real estate, business law, business planning, commercial and civil litigation, Landlord-Tenant, family law, domestic issues, divorce, child support...
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Patrick Allen Cherry
Cadillac, MI Criminal Defense Attorney with 9 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Probate and Traffic Tickets
A native Michigander and veteran of the United States Air Force, Patrick Cherry received his B.A. degree with high honors from University of Michigan in 2012. He then worked as a judicial intern and law clerk while attending Wayne State University Law School, graduating in 2015. After graduation, Patrick moved with his family to Interlochen to enable his oldest son to attend the prestigious Interlochen Arts Academy. Patrick joined McCurdy, Wotila & Porteous in April 2016 as the newest Associate Attorney in the firm. As a trial lawyer, Patrick represents our clients in all types of litigation including...
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Joshua Stewart EldenBrady
Holton, MI Criminal Defense Attorney with 15 years of experience
Criminal Defense
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Jason D. Kolkema
Muskegon, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Divorce, Family and Landlord Tenant
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Mark R. Mitchell
Cadillac, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 34 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Business, Collections and DUI & DWI
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Jason J. Elmore
Cadillac, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 27 years of experience
120 West Harris Street
Cadillac, MI 49601
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
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Cameron S. Harwell
Cadillac, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Family, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Duane Carr
Greenville, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
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Stephanie Jo Koorndyk
Grand Rapids, MI Criminal Defense Attorney with 8 years of experience
2029 Celadon Dr NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Criminal Defense, Animal, Business and Domestic Violence
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Michael B. Brown
Ludington, MI Criminal Defense Attorney with 16 years of experience
Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
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David B. Kortering
Muskegon, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Administrative, Family and Juvenile
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Thomas A Ginster
Greenville, MI Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Thomas A. Ginster is a partner in Peterson Ginster PLC, Greenville, Michigan. From 2003 to 2007, he served as a Special Assistant Attorney General. From 1994 to 2002, he was a policy advisor to former Governor John Engler and served as acting Director of the Michigan Office of Drug Control Policy. He previously served as an assistant prosecuting attorney for Saginaw and Montcalm Counties. He earned his law degree from Cooley and holds a degree in Public Administration from Michigan State.