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Lisa Kirsch Satawa
Big Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
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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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John W. Tilley
Traverse City, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfJuvenile, Divorce and Family
Brooklyn Law School
He has handled hundreds of divorce and child custody cases in northwest lower Michigan, mainly in the counties of Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Manistee, and Wexford,
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Janet M Mistele
Traverse City, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 36 years of experience
Juvenile, Animal, Criminal and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Janet M. Mistele, J.D. is a member of the State Bar of Michigan
(1989), the United States District Court for the Western District of
Michigan (1991), and the North Carolina State Bar (2003). Ms.
Mistele earned her Juris Doctor degree, Magna Cum Laude, from the
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, where she was a member of the
National Trial Team, and earned American Jurisprudence Awards for
top honors in seven of her law school courses.
Upon graduation from law school in 1989, Ms. Mistele accepted a
position with the Michigan Court of Appeals in Lansing, Michigan as a
Prehearing Attorney,...
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Patrick Allen Cherry
Cadillac, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, Probate and Real Estate
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...
Kathryn E. Glancy
Ludington, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, Divorce and Family
Michigan State University College of Law
Cynthia A. Conlon
Traverse City, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 36 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, Divorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
ReAnn Rose Gorton
Traverse City, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, Divorce and Family
Michigan State University College of Law
Jacob Jackson Graff
Traverse City, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
Juvenile, Business, Criminal and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Stacy Lyn Flanery
Big Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Juvenile, Divorce, Family and Traffic Tickets
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Julie A. Springstead
Hart, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, Divorce and Family
Michigan State University College of Law
Tara S. Hovey
Harrison, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Juvenile, Appeals, Criminal and Family
The Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law
Cheryl L. Sterling
White Cloud, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 34 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, Divorce and Family
Curtis S. Slatina
White Cloud, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Juvenile, Appeals, Criminal and Domestic Violence
Gonzaga University School of Law
Dennis M. Swain
Manistee, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Juvenile, Arbitration & Mediation, Criminal and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Hon. Holly T. Bird
Traverse City, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Juvenile, Elder, Employment and Family
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Keeley D Heath
Greenville, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Juvenile, Civil Rights, Criminal and Education
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
10.0 (2 Peer Reviews)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfGrand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Juvenile, Appeals, Criminal and Domestic Violence
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
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationGrand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, Domestic Violence 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
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationGrand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, DUI 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
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationGrand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
Juvenile
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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Peter Samouris
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationGrand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 29 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, DUI 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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Robert S. Hackett
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationGrand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Juvenile, Appeals, Criminal and White Collar Crime
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and University of Michigan - Dearborn
I was born and raised in the City of Detroit and am committed to serving those individuals accused of committing criminal offenses throughout the State of Michigan.
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Brian E Gordon
Grand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
(616) 272-3331
146 Monroe Center NW, Suite 1225
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Free ConsultationJuvenile, Criminal, Divorce and Family
Michigan State University and Michigan State University
Brian E. Gordon was born in Detroit but raised in the East Lansing area where he attended and graduated from Okemos High School, Michigan State University and Michigan State University College of Law (formerly known as the Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University).
Brian has worked and resided in Grand Rapids for the past 20 years. Brian is an attorney/owner of Gordon & Hess, PLC with a practice primarily focused upon Divorce, Family Law, Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy and Mediation.
Brian is an experienced 20 year veteran of handling Paternity, Divorce, Custody, Parenting Time and Child Support matters for men facing...
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Steven Simkins
Grand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
(616) 350-0909
77 Monroe Center St NW
Suite 700
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Free ConsultationJuvenile, Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
Wayne State University Law School
Attorney Steven R. Simkins has been licensed by the State Bar of Michigan since 2003, and he is a member of the Criminal Law, Family Law, and General Practice sections. Mr. Simkins is admitted to practice in all Michigan state courts as well as the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan and the United States Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit. He also serves as a court-appointed attorney in the Kent County Circuit Court for Juvenile Delinquency cases and family neglect cases. Mr. Simkins provides aggressive, personalized representation in the following areas: Criminal...
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James Dimitriou
Grand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationJuvenile, Criminal, DUI and Family
Wayne State University
James Dimitriou attended Michigan State University graduating in 1985 with a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in Social Science. Following his undergraduate work Mr. Dimitriou continued to receive his Juris Doctorate degree from Wayne State University and was quickly admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 1988. Mr. Dimitriou is currently admitted to practice in all local jurisdictions as well as the United States District Court, Eastern District (1988), Western District (1992) and the US Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals (2004). Before beginning his own practice, Mr. Dimitriou practiced as a city attorney in the Detroit area, as well...
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William McCririe
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationGrand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 43 years of experience
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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Nader Nassif
Grand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Attorney
Free ConsultationJuvenile, Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Renee Wagenaar
Grand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, DUI and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Renee founded WN Law in 2011 in order to provide individuals with quality, affordable legal representation. Renee focuses her practice on both criminal law and family law. In her years of practice, Renee has gained extensive knowledge on how to most effectively represent her clients in order to provide the best possible outcome.
Renee has successfully represented individuals all over the State of Michigan. In her criminal practice, Renee has represented defendants facing everything from a civil infraction to a felony charge. Renee's experience includes crimes in the arena of drug crimes, theft and property crimes, juvenile crimes, violent crimes, sex...
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Kathryn L. Bolinger
Ithaca, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, Divorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Kathryn attended Central Michigan University and graduated with a B.S., majoring in Business Administration and minoring in Legal Studies. After graduating from CMU, Kathryn attended Thomas M. Cooley Law School and graduated cum laude with a concentration in Litigation. While at Cooley, Kathryn was awarded multiple certificates of merit for her academic performance. Kathryn focuses her practice on Criminal Defense and Family Law and Estate Planning. Ms. Bolinger is knowledgeable in all areas of divorce, property settlement, and alimony. Ms. Bolinger also handles all issues relating to child custody, parenting time, child support, adoptions, and grandparent's...
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Joseph Grzybowski
Grand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationJuvenile, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
Wayne State University Law School
Joe has been practicing law for over 20 years. He serves the greater Grand Rapids area and has worked with the majority of the courts in Kent and the surrounding counties. He is well known to other attorneys in the area and has a positive working relationship with court officers and law enforcement agencies.
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Robert James Engel
Petoskey, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationJuvenile, Criminal, DUI and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Over 35 years of trial experience. Former prosecutor and public defender of criminal cases. Handle divorce, custody, child support, and paternity cases in the area of family law. Also, adoption, guardianship and conservatorship cases. Represent parents and/or children in juvenile court cases. Estates and estate planning.
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William P. Hackett
Grand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationJuvenile, Criminal, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Michigan State University College of Law
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Courtney L Thom
Midland, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, Divorce and Family
Michigan State University
Courtney grew up in Mid-Michigan and earned a bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a concentration in Criminal Justice from Central Michigan University, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. She then attended Michigan State University College of Law, earning her Juris Doctor, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Following her education, Courtney was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in October 2007 and began her legal career as a judicial law clerk for the Midland County Circuit Court. There, she assisted the judiciary by researching issues in many different areas of the law. After passing the Florida Bar Exam,...
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Melissa C Freeman
Greenville, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
(616) 773-2945
309 S. Lafayette Street, Suite 208
Greenville, MI 48838
Free ConsultationJuvenile, Civil Rights, Criminal and Domestic Violence
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Troy B. Daniel
Roscommon, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 28 years of experience
Juvenile, Business, Consumer and Criminal
Michigan State University College of Law
Coming from a working class family, I worked numerous jobs on my way to become an attorney.
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David B. Kortering
Muskegon, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Juvenile, Administrative, Criminal and Family
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Donald H Smith
Grand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
648 Monroe NW, Suite 106
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Free ConsultationJuvenile, Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
Michigan State University
Don was born and raised in Kalamazoo, Michigan and graduated from Kalamazoo Christian High School in 1989. He attended Hope College in Holland, Michigan and graduated with a BA in Psychology/Sociology in 1993. In 1994, Don went to work as a child abuse investigator with the Michigan Department of Social Services, where he assisted hundreds of abused and neglected children and their families. In 2000, Don was promoted to management, making him the youngest Children’s Protective Services Supervisor in Michigan at that time. In 2002, Don graduated magna cum laude and earned his juris doctorate degree from Michigan State University...
Mary Beth Kur
Petoskey, MI Juvenile Law Attorney with 33 years of experience
Juvenile, Appeals, Criminal and Family
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Christine A. Yared
Grand Rapids, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, Education and Family
Stetson University College of Law
Derek William Dalman
Holland, MI Juvenile Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Juvenile, Criminal, Divorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School