Joshua Paul Rubin

Joshua Paul Rubin

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Port Huron, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

516 McMorran Blvd., Port Huron, MI

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

Handling all criminal felony and misdemeanor cases, both simple and complex cases. Also handling drivers license restoration, probation violations, traffic tickets, and juvenile delinquency petitions.

23 years

70%
DUI and DWI 20%

Common cases that involve DUI charges include checkpoints, reasonable suspicion, implied consent, sobriety tests, traffic stops and traffic violations. If you are charged with a DUI penalty, turn to our team for professional advice and representation

20%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

One of the most common types of crime is related to traffic infractions and illegal behavior while driving. If you are accused of a traffic violation or if you have lost your license, put our team of legal experts to work for you today.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 350-500 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 22 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2003

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Bales & Rubin

516 McMorran Blvd., Port Huron, MI, 48060

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Joshua Paul Rubin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

120 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 23 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by George | January 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Josh Rubin

I would definitely recommend Josh Rubin. He is an excellent attorney in criminal cases. He takes the time to listen and he comes prepared and he is there for his clients. He is a true professional and he wants to win. Thank you Josh!

Posted by Brad | April 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I'm forever grateful to Josh

What can I say? Josh Rubin saved my life. I was falsely accused on two counts of 1st degree Criminal Sexual Conduct. Each count carried a mandatory 25-year sentence. I was looking at spending the rest of my life in prison. Once the shock of the accusation wore off, I started looking for attorney...s. I had a consultation with one attorney. Then I found Josh on Avvo and gave him a call. We met for a consultation and I put him on retainer shortly after. Josh is a very open and honest attorney. He told me like it was even if I didn’t like to hear it. However, I appreciated this type of honesty all the way through my journey. He told me from the start it was going to be a major uphill battle because my accuser was a child. People tend to believe kids in these types of cases because why would they make something like this up? Well trust me, they can. I know firsthand. From the first consultation I was very open and honest with Josh. As things progressed, we developed a very good working relationship. He’s extremely intelligent, professional, and well prepared. I told him everything about my background, what I knew about the case, every little detail I could think of, and why my accuser might be doing this. Anything he asked of me, I did to the best of my ability. The best thing you can do is be honest with him. Whatever it is, good or bad, tell him the truth. You’re only going to hurt yourself if you don’t. His opening statement at my trial was an absolute masterpiece. He had every juror so focused on him that if he said “BOO!”, every one of them would’ve fallen out of their chair. I’ve never seen anything like it. Then we went into the trial. I had 6 people testify against me and he systematically shredded each of their testimonies. Watching him make my accuser read back each lie she told between the preliminary exam and trial was so satisfying for me to witness. In the end, all 12 jurors agreed and found me NOT GUILTY on both counts! It’s extremely rare to get a full acquittal on a 1st degree CSC charge in St. Clair County. I believe this was the first time in roughly 10 years and Josh just did it! I will be forever grateful to him for giving me justice in my case.

Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very straight forward and respectful.

Josh has represented me on a few cases in the past and this last one. As always he's been up front and to the point. He has never steered me wrong. I will always consider him my attorney and friend. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Henry | March 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Jury Trial for the WIN

Josh recently did a jury trial for me when I was wrongfully accused of Assault and Battery and Disturbing the Peace. Josh did an excellent job telling my story in a manner that allowed the jury to fully understand the truth of what happened. I was fully AQUITTED!!!!!

Posted by Shane | July 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Life Saver

WARNING !!!, potential client, you are wise, resourceful and smart to review Mr. Rubin, let me tell you how he saved my life. Mr. Rubin represented me on OWI 4th habitual case in St. Clair County the potential sentencing consequences were 20 years to life in prison. Beginning with the initial consult... Mr. Rubin obtained the discovery and all material facts and proceeded with relevant case law and strategically prepared my defense and pretrial motions attacking all police tactics pre-stop, arrest and post arrest. At times I was emotional and stressed Mr. Rubin was calming and clearly provided exceptional legal direction and guidance through a very tough time, he is a professional and really does care. This guy is a fighter and was not intimidated and silenced by the police, prosecutors or court. He knows the law and how to apply it to protect your rights. Finally, Mr. Rubin was able to get my case DISMISSED AT THE DISTRICT COURT LEVEL, was never bound over to Circuit. How does this happen you ask! Retain His service your life depends on it. Thank you for hearing my story I pray you make a wise decision hire this guy. I am aware he also saved another client who was facing life in prison for a C.S.C. charge, Mr. Rubin fought the case and won at trial, hes a true advocate HERO!

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Joshua Paul Rubin's Lawyer Endorsements

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William Barnwell

Criminal defense lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh fights hard for his clients and consistently produces solid results. He is very active in courts throughout Michigan and well-regarded by his peers in the legal community. He is worth your investment if you're looking for a skilled and caring attorney."

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Thomas Bales

Unknown lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked side by side with Josh for over 15 years. His trial skills are unsurpassed and his compassion for his clients is inspiring. It is with great enthusiasm that I endorse Josh."

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Robert Bishop

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joshua is a well respected attorney who works very hard on behalf of his clients. He has my full endorsement."

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Gary Sanfield

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Josh provides Top Quality Representation. He is well known and respected in the community. He provides personal attention and excellent results."

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Frederick Lepley

Unknown lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh is an experienced litigator who is not afraid to try criminal cases. He gets great results for his clients."

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Randall Chioini

Family lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Other

"I consider Josh an excellent referral source for complex divorce and related matters in the greater Port Huron area. As a practitioner working in the same areas of law as Josh, but in other counties, I feel I have both an ethical duty and responsibilty to ensure that any referrals I make are to a person that I trust inately to the extent that I would retain that person for myself or my closest friends and family. Josh is this type of person. I trust him immensely. He works hard and every client matters to him. He is ethical and trustworthy and spends time knowing the law. I endorse him fully."

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Richard Schaaf

Probate lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh is a very intelligent attorney. He has a wealth of knowledge and is always willing to help his fellow attorneys."

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Brian Thomas

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Josh is not afraid to take a case a trial, and has received not guilty verdicts because of his hard work, dedication, and outstanding trial skills."

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Mark Davidson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffery Maynard

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Rubin provides assistance to my law firm on many of our St. Clair County criminal cases. Josh is a very thorough and agressive attorney. I would highly recommend Mr. Rubin for represenation on any legal matter."

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William Barnwell

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Robert Bishop

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Michelle Easter

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Mark Davidson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Trevor Weston

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Thomas Bales

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gary Sanfield

Criminal defense lawyer

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Erika Kern

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Randall Chioini

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Daniel Damman

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Brian Thomas

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Thomas Loeb

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

Lockwood Memorial Scholarship, MSU College of Law

2001

D. Charles King (Full) Academic Scholarship, MSU College of Law

2001

Book Award (highest grade) in Crim Law/Torts/Con Law, MSU College of Law

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Managing Partner, Bales & Rubin

2003 - 2005

Associate, Beauchamp, Kelly, Whipple, Zick & Keyes

2002 - 2002

Summer Associate, Dykema Gossett

2002 - 2003

Law Clerk, U.S. District Court Judge

2001 - 2001

Clerk, Lakeshore Legal Aid

Associations

2008 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

Member

2005 - Present

State Appellate Defender's Office

Member

2003 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

2003 - Present

St. Clair County Bar

Member

2001 - 2003

MSU College of Law - Law Review

Senior Editor

Sample of Legal Cases

It is NOT DV when she beats herself up

NOT GUILTY ON ALL CHARGES

Domestic violence against neice - "no go" for the prosecutor

NOT GUILTY

Not a crime to teach your child martial arts

NOT GUILTY

Domestic Violence 3rd Offense - Felony

NOT GUILTY ON ALL CHARGES

Don't plead guilty when the evidence against you is questionable

NOT GUILTY ON ALL CHARGES

Assault by strangulation / Telephone Interference / DV - NOT GUILTY

NOT GUILTY ON ALL CHARGES

Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Degree

NOT GUILTY

DRUG BUST at Blue Water Bridge

NOT GUILTY

Not Guilty of Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Degree

NOT GUILTY

Assault by Strangulation

Reduced Charge - sentenced to to a fine

DV - NOT Guilty

NOT Guilty

Assault and Battery - Not Guilty

Not Guilty

Not Guilty!!!!

Client aquitted of all charges

Evidence Suppressed

All charges dismissed

Domestic Violence

NOT GUILTY on all charges

DV and Assault/Battery

NOT GUILTY on all charges

Malicious Destruction of Personal Property

NOT GUILTY on all charges

CSC 1st; CSC 2nd; Kidnapping; Felony Firearm;

Hung Jury

Domestic Violence

Not Guilty on all charges

Domestic Violence

Not Guilty on all Charges

Domestic Violence and Assault / Battery

Not Guilty on all charges

Involuntary Hospitalization

Jury found client NOT to require mental health treatment

Arson

Client's conviction overturned by Michigan Court of Appeals

Possession of Child Pornography / Using a Computer to Commit Crime

Not Guilty on all charges

Larceny by Conversion

Case Dismissed after holding preliminary exam

Criminal Sexual Conduct 3rd Degree

Not Guilty on all Charges

Domestic Violence

Not Guilty on all Charges

Assault w/ Intent to do Great Bodily Harm

Hung Jury

Claim and Delivery Trial

No Cause of Action - Case Dismissed

Assault / Battery

Not Guilty on all charges

Malicious Destruction of Property

Not Guilty on all charges

Change of Domicile

Mother's request to change domicile was DENIED

Assault / Battery

Not Guilty on all charges

Felonious Assault

Not Guilty on all charges

Domestic Violence

Not Guilty on all charges

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Education

2003

Michigan State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor Summa Cum Laude Top of Class

2000

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts with High Honor

Speaking Engagements

2019

Legal Series 2of3

Criminal Expungments - an evolving area of law

2016

MSU

Immigration Practices in the 21st Century

Publications

2018

SADO newsletter Spotlight on Josh Rubin

2003

Law Review of Michigan State University Detroit College of Law Editor

Languages

English

Activity

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