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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5.0 /5.0

150 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 30 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Marijuana possession

My brother and I both received marijuana possession charges on a night out together. We were looking around for representation and my brother found Mike Kelly and read about his proactive approach to criminal cases. We contacted him with hopes to both be represented by the same lawyer. Mike not only ...represented us both, but suggested steps we could take prior to our court date. These steps were intended to get us on the right track with our lives and show the court that we were doing more than the average person in this situation. Both of our charges will be wiped from our permanent record and the steps we took prior to court will help us never get in this situation again. Mike is an amazing defense lawyer and I would highly reccomend him to others. He also caught 3 different mistakes the court made that could have been serious problems for me and my bother. For example, warrants were mistakenly put out for our arrest. We waived our arraignment and the court did not file our paperwork correctly. So they put out warrants for us missing a court date that we didn’t have to be at. Mike’s team quickly blocked the warrants and took care of the situation before it became a real problem. Mike is a quick thinking man when it comes to unforeseen problems in the court room as well. Overall 5/5 stars. Thanks for everything, Chris

Posted by Stephanie | January 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Absolute pleasure to work with

I was charged with an open alcohol misdemeanor while in Detroit for a Lions game. As a Canadian citizen, I was at a loss as to how to manage the situation while ensuring that my criminal record remained clean and I didn’t risk my work security clearance. From the start, Mike and the whole team were c...onfident and reassuring. They had an aggressive plan and approach, and I followed their advice exactly. The day of the pre-trial appearance, Mike worked tirelessly to make sure of the best possible outcome. Thanks to him, I received a fine and dismissal, with no record, as well as a comment from the judge that he was pleased we had taken the matter so seriously and had done the work that we had. I can not recommend Mike and his approach highly enough; there was excellent communication throughout the process, and if you hold up your end of the bargain, you can be sure Mike will do everything he can to get you a positive outcome. Don’t think twice - call Mike Kelly if you need legal assistance.

Posted by Zac | December 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mike Kelly- Willing to do what the job takes.

Mike Kelly - Miracle Worker. When it comes to the justice system, the jargon is all foreign. Mike went out of his way to meet with me, explain it all and lay it all out, put a plan of action down with my goals in mind so that his solution wouldn't impact me negatively with some of the usually looked ...over details, and he went up to bat. He went in to face someone who was fully prepared to put me in a position that would've negatively affected my life severely over a silly mistake - and he laid it all down. He explained the consequences of what this mistake would've caused and he worked out a solution for me that I didn't understand was an option. 10 out of 10 would recommend Mike Kelly for anyone who is going in to face something legally, when you don't have the 11/10 understanding of whats going on, Mike can get it handled.

Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Retail Fraud

I found myself in some hot water with a retail fraud charge. I'm a Canadian citizen who works in the U.S. and could not have a felony or misdemeanour charge on my record as it would jeopardize my visa status. I found Mike Kelly online as I had read other reviews stating he had helped many others in t...his type of situation. I contacted him the night of my charge and he got back to me immediately. We met a few days later and he made me feel at ease. We walked through what happened and then he went step by step on our plan to rehabilitate my image before going to court. I completed a theft intervention program, community service, attended CASA meetings and wrote a reflection statement to the judge prior to court. This plan was definitely the key to my success. Michael Kelly is extremely knowledgeable in his area of expertise and I would highly recommend him to anyone else facing these charges. His team is very kind, helpful and knowledgeable as well. Thank you!

Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Retail fraud 1st timer

On March 2017, I was caught shoplifting at Macy's in Dearborn,Mi. I was terrified b/c this was my first time and I couldn't afford to have Retail Fraud/larceny on my record! I googled a bunch of attorneys but Kelly&Kelly came up first and their reviews touched my heart the most so I decided to go wit...h my gut. I hired Mike immediately. Before My court date Mike thought like a judge and a prosecutor. He had me take a online theft course and go to these in person kleptomania classes. I'm not a kleptomaniac! But it was all apart of the game, to show the judge that I was taking steps in the right direction(b/c these are the things they would order you to do anyway). Long story short, Mike was able to convince the prosecutor to drop the larceny charges right away and charge me with a lesser crime "Breach of peace" and only 3months of probation. Here's the cherry on top. Once I complete the 3months probation(meeting once a month and 1 work program per month) the Breach of peace will be off my record completely!! Like it never happened! God is so good! I was extremely nervous and didn't know how my case was going to turn out. But Mike reassured me that" they can screw over everyone in that court room, but not my client!" and he made sure of that! Hire him, do what he suggests and leave it in Gods hands. Everything will be ok. I'm very pleased with how my case turned out. Mike and Tiffany make a great team :-) p.s these reviews are real! Reading them, they might sound too good to be true, but that's what a great lawyer can do! I highly recommend Mike Kelly for any case! Thank you so much!

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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

Criminal defense lawyer

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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