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Julian J. Poota
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Biography
A commitment to excellence is a personal quality you should expect from your attorney. At our office, you receive that commitment, and more, from start to finish of your case. I am a Michigan-born and educated lawyer who fights for your rights. My comprehensive knowledge of law and maximum availability to you can make a positive difference in your legal situation.
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Practice Areas
20
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
20%
22 years
DUI and DWI
20%
22 years
Domestic Violence
10%
22 years
Drug Crime
5%
22 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 21 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Julian J. Poota, PLLC
26555 Evergreen Rd, Suite 1220, Southfield, MI, 48076
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Julian J. Poota's Reviews
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Case Results (56)
Advocacy (26)
Recommendation (24)
Professionalism (23)
Communication Style (19)
Responsiveness (18)
Cost of Services (12)
Character & Conduct (11)
Practice Area Knowledge (9)
General Knowledge (8)
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Showing 1 - 5 of 23 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Totally disappointed!
I'm a 73 year old Vietnam combat vet with PTSD with a host of medical problems. Open heart surgery, thyroid cancer and cystoscopi to name a few. I was allowed to be treated like a hardened criminal over nothing more than words that were taken out of context. All I can say is that I couldn't be more d...
Posted by Scott | May 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Easy to talk with and never rushes you.
I had a hit and run incident and Julian assured me based on the circumstances that jail time would not be an issue and he was correct. Can't stress it enough that he is always willing to discus concerns and give sound advice.
Posted by Joshua | December 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
One and Only Lawyer for You
I was arrested and held in jail for 3 hours before being released on bail without explanation as to why I had been taken in. I was shocked and scared when I received the charges that had been brought against me. I was facing serious felony charges, accompanied with jail time. I had tried to contact v...
Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
DUI Case
I had a case regarding an intoxicated drive involving a motor accident. I was unsure of what I needed to do but it was quite clear that I needed a lawyer. After reading different reviews I noticed Mr. Poota and his great track record with many cases. I decided to go with Mr.Poota due to his price ...
Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer
I got myself into a situation in Allen Park. I had a prior situation in Allen Park 9 years ago with the same charges and have never been so scared about going to jail in my life and figured I was going to jail. I could lose my job, reputation, and my child. I was facing a misdemeanor and possibly ...
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Experience
Honors
2017
Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers
2014
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Criminal Defense Trial College, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2012
Certficate of Completion, NHTSA Standarized Field Sobriety Testing
2009
The Family Law Certificate Program, The Institute of Continuing Legal Education & Family Law Section of Michigan State Bar
2003
Book Award, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
2001
Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Beta Kappa
2001
Magna Cum Laude, Wayne State University
1999
Golden Key National Honor, Golden Key National Honor's Society
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Member, Law Office of Julian J. Poota, PLLC
2003 - 2003
Clerk, Chistopher J. McGrath, PLLC
2003 - 2004
Clerk, Poling, McGaw & Poling, PC
2003 - 2003
Intern, Wayne County Prosecutor's Office
Associations
Oakland County Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
State Bar of Michigan
Member
Institute of Continuing Legal Education
Member
Sado
Member
Family Law Section State Bar of Michigan
Member
Criminal Law Section of Michigan State Bar
Member
Litigation Section of Michigan State Bar
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Domestic Violence
Not guilty
Divorce
No Alimony.
Restraining Order
Opposing party was found in contempt and jailed
Education
2004
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Wayne State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
N/A
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Moot Court
Publications
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Pootalaw.com
Divorce
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Pootalaw.com
Criminal Defense
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Pootalaw.com
Litigation
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Pootalaw.com
Domestic Violence
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Pootalaw.com
Theft Charges
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Pootalaw.com
DUI
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers