Michael B. Kelly

Michael B. Kelly

also known as Mike Kelly

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 12 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Northville, MI
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Juvenile, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

422 E Main St, Northville, MI

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 12 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2013

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Kelly & Kelly PC

422 E Main St, Northville, MI, 48167-1626

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Michael B. Kelly's Reviews

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150 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Expungement

Posted by Michelle | June 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

A+ Lawyer!

Michael Kelly is an excellent attorney who cares about your case and helping you move forward. The proactive approach the Kelly team takes will not only give you the best outcome in your case but also leads you on the important path of recovery. One bad choice does not make you a bad person. I can...not say enough positive things about Mike. Mikes knowledge with the 52 District Court Made my case run smoothly. He comes prepared, keeps you grounded, and reassures you that it will be OK. He takes a proactive approach in getting you ready for trial to ensure your best possible outcome. Mike took my retail fraud case and got it lowered to disorderly conduct with 6 month probation. When I am finished with probation it will be removed from my record. I am very grateful for Mike and Tiffanys support. I am in a better place due to the expertise of the Kelly Law firm. Thanks again Michael for supporting me through this difficult time in my life.

Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Excellent attorney!

Michael Kelly is definitly a skilled attorney that not only thinks of his client but of his clients family. I cannot say enough good things about Michael. He will work for you to insure you get the best outcome possible. I would highly reccomend him to anyone if you are looking for a dependable lawy...er. I was charges originally with Retail Fraud 2nd degree and Michael got my retail fraud dropped to disordly which disappears from my record after a year, unlike retail fraud which is permanent and may have potentially cost me a lot. He was very patient and took everything very seriously. He really cared about the outcome of my case. Michael, thanks again for being there for me during a devastating period in my life!!!!

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2015 | Expungement

From Felony to Misdemeanor

Work place situation became a first time felony charge and nightmare. My attempt to handle the matter with the police was a big mistake. I realized that I was in serious legal trouble and did get charged with a felony. I hired the Kelly law firm and Michael represented me in all my court appearanc...es. He did an excellent job. I was kept informed. I was presented with all my options. Importantly, Michael provided the emotional support to get me through the process. The end result was a minor fine and a misdemeanor charge that I will have expunge.

Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2015 | Expungement

Shoplifting Case Superbly Handled by Michael B. Kelly

Let me put any doubts you might have to ease by simply saying this: if you're looking for a criminal lawyer, look no further than Mike Kelly. It was one of the best decisions I ever made. Upon our first meeting, after explaining the entire situation to him, Mike spent a lot of time explaining to m...e how the entire process will pan out and how I need to start working on a pro-active plan he had in mind for me. He listened keenly and understood where I was coming from. I found him likeable, friendly, and extremely easy to talk to, and very understanding of the entire situation as well. He likes to talk, and I would call that his area of expertise, hands down. He knows how to mold the entire situation to the benefit of his clients and get the results needed. In my situation, he knew exactly what I needed to do which ultimately led to our desired results (6 months non-reporting probation and after 6 months if everything goes well, the incident would be wiped off my record). Having been involved in something like this for the first time in my life, I had no idea, no clue whatsoever on how to go about doing things ranging from getting a date for pre-trial, right up to the procedures and steps involved in the day of the sentencing at the courthouse. Mike comes from a family of lawyers and has grown up in this same area. He knows all the people involved in the process, has wonderful inter-personal skills and is excellent with communicating his needs to everyone involved. He knew everyone at the courthouse ranging from clerks and cashiers, all the way to the judge which speaks to me a lot about his people skills. I would recommend Mike Kelly 100% to any one who is looking for a criminal lawyer. He knows what he's talking about and will get you the best results possible. He did for me, and I could not ask for a better attorney.

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Michael B. Kelly's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jason Porter

Unknown lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Ricciardello

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mike going on the better part of a decade now. Mike is an honest, ethical and diligent counselor and advocate. I have seen the results he gets for his clients, which are nothing short of spectacular. Mike is a great lawyer in the community and the defense bar is lucky to have him."

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Randy Babi

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Personally worked with this attorney on many matters and all I can say is that he is a pleasure to work with and will fight to the teeth for every one of his clients. Highly recommended!"

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David Glenn

Unknown lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Hubbs

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is an exceptional attorney with a broad knowledge base in criminal law. He is tenacious, professional and effective. I enthusiastically endorse him."

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Sara Young

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kelly is a passionate and hardworking attorney in the community. I met Michael during trial college and was able to see his incredible litigating abilities. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Paul

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike Kelly always puts his clients first, and is a true advocate inside and outside the courtroom. He's a fearless trial attorney who is not afraid to try a case. I witnessed first-hand Mike's ability to win a very difficult DUI case in Wayne County where the odds were stacked against his client, but he achieved a not-guilty verdict, because of his hard work and dedication."

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Mani Khavajian

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kelly is a knowledgeable, ethical and aggressive attorney that always fights for the best interest of his clients. If you have a criminal case or a family law issue, and want an attorney that will standup for you, then look not further, call Mike now!"

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Aaron Boria

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is an up and comer. He has been around lawyers his entire life. He eats and breathes this the law day in and day out. I endorse this lawyer."

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John Kelly

Unknown lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Ricciardello

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Glenn

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Andrew Hubbs

Criminal defense lawyer

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Issa Haddad

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Rudoi

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ryan Kelly

Family lawyer

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John Kelly

Real estate lawyer

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Sara Young

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mani Khavajian

Criminal defense lawyer

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Aaron Boria

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Clients' Choice, Avvo

2015

Clients' Choice, Avvo

2014

Clients' Choice, Avvo

2013

Trial College Graduate, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Kelly & Kelly, P.C.

2010 - 2011

Public Defender/Student-Attorney, 35th District Court

2009 - 2013

Law Clerk, Kelly & Kelly, P.C.

Associations

2016 - Present

Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE)

Criminal Law Advisory Board Member

2015 - Present

State Bar of Michigan, Marijuana Law Section

Member

2014 - Present

Irish American Club

Member

2013 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

Member

2013 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

2013 - Present

State Bar of Michigan, Criminal Law Section

Member

2013 - Present

Kiwanis

Charter Member

Sample of Legal Cases

City of Westland v. Benjamin

NOT GUILTY

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Education

2011

University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Eastern Oakland County CHADD ADHD & Criminal Justice

2015

Washtenaw County CHADD

What You and Your Teen Need to Know About The Law and Juvenile Justice

2008

Michigan State University College of Social Science

Commencement Address

Publications

2019

2019

Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE Michigan) Handling Probation Violations

2016

2016

Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Michigan) Handling Misdemeanors

Languages

English

Activity

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