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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Retainer

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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 26 - 30 of 50 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | August 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

He's on it!

Hired Mike to take care of a very old unresolved OWI case. He was thorough and incredibly responsive when anything came up. Has a great depth of knowledge when it comes to law and the court system. He saved me a ton of time, lots of headache and was able to get some traffic charges dropped in the mid...st of getting everything cleared up regarding the OWI.

Posted by Mary | August 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Gets Results

I've only hired an attorney before for my parent's estate. After receiving a four-point misdemeanor traffic ticket, Mike Kelly's firm helped me navigate the system for a positive outcome. I was extremely upset and they talked me through the process so I knew what to expect. They pulled my driving ...record from another state, as I just moved, to show my clear record in court. They also suggested I take a defensive driving course BEFORE our court date. The day before court, they walked me through what to expect. Then, the magic happened. Mr. Kelly met with the prosecutor and presented my case. He negotiated a lesser charge, with no points, no misdemeanor and a smaller fine. As the judge stated, "what more could Mr. Kelly have done for you?" Absolutely nothing. If you find yourself in legal trouble, run - don't walk, to see Mike Kelly.

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!

Posted by anonymous | October 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent

I highly recommend Mr. Kelly as a criminal defense attorney. He represented me in a misdemeanor DV charge and was able to obtain a quick resolution to the case. Mr. Kelly's approach combined diplomacy, an understanding of the parties and statutes involved, and a respect of my wishes. Mr. Kelly is sur...rounded by a strong team with great expertise and knowledge. They make one feel at ease when going through a stressful and uncertain situation. I recommend him and his team without reservations.

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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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