also known as Mike Kelly
PREPARE. DEFEND. ACHIEVE.
Passion For The Law And A Willingness To Go Above & Beyond.
My philosophy is that more hands helping others is better than more feet stepping on heads. I want to help people overcome their contacts with the courts and get their lives back on track. The hope is that those I help will pay it forward and use the experience as a turning point for good across their lives.
Where do you need me? I travel, and have an exceptional record on the road. I go where I’m needed. I always put my client’s interests above my own and will be there for you every step of the way.
My passion and interest in the law has always been geared towards Criminal Defense. While attending Michigan State University for my Bachelor's degree, I majored in Criminal Justice with a focus on Policing and Corrections. Rather than following the path of my classmates - I did not join the ranks of law enforcement - but instead continued my pursuit of understanding 'justice' by attending law school at the University of Detroit Mercy. It was there that I began cutting my teeth in the criminal courts as a student attorney and it affirmed my decision to dedicate my future to helping those who find themselves in the unfamiliar and life-altering trenches of the Criminal Justice System.
As a Defense Attorney, I saw a lot of things in and outside of court that made me very concerned. Most significant was the realization that the Criminal Justice System is not always "just." The lives that were crushed, the families that were destroyed, the bright futures that were stomped out by the system; it all inspired me to do MORE. Fight harder, don't be like everyone else; make a difference!
That is how I have been leaving my mark on the Criminal Justice System since my early days as an student attorney, to now, as a fierce powerhouse that goes above and beyond in the pursuit of true justice. The complacency and lack of fight I have seen from "more seasoned" defense attorneys continues to fuel my fire. I hold myself personally accountable for my client's lives, and with that always in mind, I do whatever it takes to get the right result. Even the dead-drunk-guilty deserve to have their lives matter. Keeping the individual at the forefront of the court's consideration is in an extremely important responsibility. Sure, the easy thing to do is treat them like everyone else; but the hard thing - the right thing - to do, is identify the uniqueness of each individual offender and make this their last unnecessary encounter with the criminal courts.
Kelly & Kelly, P.C., is based in Northville, Michigan, but our motto as has always been to "go where you're needed." While I regularly practice in Wayne, Oakland, and Washtenaw County, I am often called upon to represent clients in many of the surrounding counties as an "outsider", not afraid to stir the pot to represent my client vigorously. Last year alone I represented clients in more than 30 different courts across the State of Michigan. I tell all of my clients that in order to have success in court, you need 1 of 3 things: the facts, the law, and if you don't have either of those, then you need PEOPLE - specifically, an advocate; someone who truly understands your circumstances and effectively advocates for you and your family. I am that person for you.
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Acquired: 2013
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422 E Main St, Northville, MI, 48167-1626
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Posted by Diane | June 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney
Mike Kelly took extra care in handling troublesome legal matters. I was worried about the outcome, but he kept us informed every step of the way and in the end received better than expected results!!!
Posted by Nick | April 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Review of Mike Kelly
From the very start Mike developed a plan for my future day in court. He had me begin the process of getting on the right path within the first visit. He explained what I needed to do to demonstrate that I was serious about doing the next right thing. He had me begin voluntary breathalyzer testing an...
Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
I couldn't have gotten through this without Mike!
From the very start Mike was professional, and ready to hit the ground running! It was so beneficial to start being proactive per his reccomendation. My charge got knocked down even which I was so surprised! But Mike is just that good. If you need an attorney, call Mike! It was the best decision I ev...
Posted by Jake | September 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great guy, great lawyer
Earlier in the summer Mike took on a case for my 19 year old younger brother who was "in the park after dark" and walked away with a ticket that included 3 misdemeanors. I called Mike and set the two up and shortly there after he had a comprehensive and proactive strategy put together. He told my bro...
Posted by Matt | April 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Professional and Tactical
It was a fairly stressful time being in front of a judge for the first time as well as not having the officer show up to the hearing, but Mike was incredibly savvy with negotiating with the prosecutor and jumping on the opportunity to reduce the offense without the officer present. The entire time Mi...
"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."
"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!"
"Mike is an exceptional attorney with a broad knowledge base in criminal law. He is tenacious, professional and effective. I enthusiastically endorse him."
"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."
"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."
"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!"
"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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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
2013 - Present
Attorney, Kelly & Kelly, P.C.
2010 - 2011
Public Defender/Student-Attorney, 35th District Court
2009 - 2013
Law Clerk, Kelly & Kelly, P.C.
2016 - Present
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE)Criminal Law Advisory Board Member
2015 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Marijuana Law SectionMember
2014 - Present
Irish American ClubMember
2013 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorneys of MichiganMember
2013 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2013 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Criminal Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
KiwanisCharter Member
NOT GUILTY
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
2015
What You and Your Teen Need to Know About The Law and Juvenile Justice
2008
Commencement Address
2019
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2019
2016
2016
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