Michael Kitchen

Michael Kitchen

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Mount Clemens, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Copyright Application, Uncontested Divorce

59 N. Walnut Street, Suite 301, Mount Clemens, MI

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 83%

Court-appointed attorney in Macomb County. Felonies, Misdemeanors and Probation Violations. I have also represented a client in Parole Violation Hearing.

16 years | 299 cases

83%
Appeals 15%

Since the fall of 2016, I became a Michigan Appellate Assigned Counsel System (MAACS) attorney, appointed to appellate cases in numerous counties in the lower peninsula.

8 years | 56 cases

15%
Copyright Application 1%

My focus is on writers and the unique needs of writers in the areas of Copyright, Privacy Rights, and Contracts (books/agents).

13 years | 2 cases

1%
Uncontested Divorce 1%

I have handled a simple divorce case for a client where children were involved.

15 years | 1 case

1%

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 17 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2008

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Michael Kitchen Esq. PLLC

59 N. Walnut Street, Suite 301, Mount Clemens, MI, 48043

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Michael Kitchen's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Carol | July 6, 2013

Trademark/Copyright Issues

I contacted Mike regarding trademark/copyright issues I was struggling with for an unpublished short story I'd written. I'd done some research on my own but the results proved contradictory. I wanted to make sure there were no trademark/copyright infringements before I submitted the story for public...ation. Since Mike is also a published author I felt confident that he'd be a good lawyer to consult. I was happy about his enthusiasm for the subject. He read my story and made a thorough investigation into all aspects of the issues, detailing areas to watch for when writing. He made sure I understood all areas of concern and answered all my questions. Mike presented me with numerous cases of trademark/copyright issues brought to court, how they pertained to my situation, the court's decision, and a thorough explanation of each decision. I was given a printed copy of the results of his legal research for future reference. I'm very pleased with working with Mike.

Posted by anonymous | January 6, 2013

Thank you!

My family reached out to Mr. Kitchen to defend me and I am forever grateful. I felt so comfortable working with him and he made me feel at ease. He was very knowledgeable and had excellent communication with myself and my family. Thanks again!

Posted by Angela | December 15, 2012

Thanks Mike.

Michael Kitchen was my attorney for my divorce. He made a very hard time in my life so much easier, he was attentive, trustworthy and always accessible. I will always be grateful for what he did for me. Thanks again Mike.

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Andrew Hubbs

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is a very intelligent and caring advocate for his clients. He is very thorough and committed to achieving the best possible results. I am always impressed with the thoughtful manner in which he represents his clients. Anyone with Mike as his lawyer is lucky indeed."

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Jeffery Sprys

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Michael on several criminal defense matters and found him to be knowledgeable, prompt, and professional in all regards. He is well respected in the community and is honest and hardworking."

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Kevin Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is a very thorough and detailed attorney. He brings passion, compassion and intelligence to every case he handles, and he works extremely hard for his clients. He is dedicated to obtaining the best result he can."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2009

Michigan Bar Journal Short Story Contest Winner, Michigan Bar Journal

Work Experience

2007 - 2009

Law Clerk, George T. Roumell Jr.: Attorney at Law & Arbitrator

2001 - 2005

Law Clerk, City Of Detroit Law Department

Associations

2008 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

2008 - Present

National Lawyers Guild (Detroit chapter)

2008 - Present

Macomb County Bar Association

Education

2004

University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

Juris Doctorate

Publications

Languages

English

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