James L. Galen Jr.

James L. Galen Jr.

3.5
Rating: 4.0

Licensed for 35 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Clinton Township, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime

21321 Cass Ave, Clinton Township, MI

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020
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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 35 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1990

Active in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

Location

Law Offices of James L. Galen Jr.

21321 Cass Ave, Clinton Township, MI, 48036-1451

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James L. Galen Jr.'s Reviews

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3.5 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Dawn | October 25, 2016 | Lawsuits & Disputes

James Galen represented my hunsband for home invasion and he got 15 years.

Jim Galen is his own biggest fan, talks and talks about what he will do what he can do and does NOTHING for $5000. Which for anyone would be a waste of money. Go for your free consultation and see, he'll say what you want to hear and take your check then move on to his next appointment and take t...heir check. The next time you hear from him will be when you next payment is due. Do some investigation this man has had several police contacts of his own and has had his license suspended. He is a big talker with no action. He did not utilize the strategy we agreed on, he used no strategy at all It was like he knew nothing about the case when he came to court after postponing it three times. I did much on my own, gathering medical records from several different hospitals, which we agreed he would use as part of the defense. He did not even bring his medical history up in court. After we agreed that was going to be part of his defense.

Posted by anonymous | October 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer

Jame's analytical ability and years of experience enable him to provide thoughtful, thorough, and, most importantly, practical legal advice regarding a wide variety of benefit law issues. He listens carefully to client questions and comments and he responds quickly and clearly with analysis and advic...e aimed directly at the issue. James has defended my brothers in various cases, from civil to criminal. Hes a great lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | December 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

James L Galen Jr represented me on OWI charge 2015

Mr Galen represented me on a matter of a OWI charge which occurred in July 2015. Apparently an unidentifiable woman called 911 on me. The police pulled me over leaving a Kroger Parking lot PBT was given ,I was arrested . I hired Mr Galen.He argued there was no probable cause for the stop.anyone who... has been in a alcohol related driving incident knows how this situation can potentially ruin you both mentally and financially.long story short he had proven the arresting officer was in the wrong for pulling me over. Prosecution agreed. After 4 months of review and research work done by Mr Galen, I am super happy to say that on this Day December 1st 2015 my case was dismissed. I am free and clear of everything. I cannot thank Mr James L Galen enough for his time and expertise. I would strongly recommend him to anyone who is in need of a defense attorney.

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2015 | Criminal Defense

The Best

Represented my son in a Felony matter 3 months ago. Couldn't ask for a more knowledegable attorney, kept my family informed as to what was happening. Very down to earth, a people's lawyer. Very friendly staff at his office who were willing to go the extra mile for my son, Mr, Galen really was exc...ellent during the trial and showed us that there is justice in our legal system.

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James L. Galen Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known James professionally for most of his career, and have seen him in court many times. I have found him to be a tenacious litigator, and I’ve always been impressed by how hard he fights for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  4.0 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.

Suspension issued in MI, 2020

updated on 05/28/2020

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Reprimand issued in MI, 2008

updated on 10/18/2016

Reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

James’s comment:

“A Reprimand is the lowest form of public discipline administered by the Attorney Grievance Commission. This slap on the wrist was for conduct that is over eight (8) years old.”

Suspension issued in MI, 1996

updated on 10/18/2016

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

James’s comment:

“I agreed to sit out for thirty (30) days. This is the lowest suspension administered by the Attorney Grievance Commission. The discipline is over twenty (20) years old and the behavior was over twenty-five (25) years ago.”

Honors

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Managing Partner, Law Offices of James L. Galen, Jr.

Associations

1990 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Active Member

1990 - Present

Macomb County Bar Association

Active Member

1983 - 1986

Undergraduate Law Club

Active Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Calvin L. Smart, Jr.

Not Guilty Assault with Intent to Murder

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Education

1989

University of Detroit School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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