Richard D. Small

Richard D. Small

also known as Small Law PLLC

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 10 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Pontiac, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents ... +3 more

295 W Huron St, Pontiac, MI

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

At Small Law PLLC we vigorously defend our clients. We have successfully defended individuals accused of armed robbery, domestic violence, and possession of marijuana. We mainly practice out of Southeastern Michigan; Specifically, Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb County.

70%
Personal Injury 14%

At Small Law PLLC, we ensure our clients are compensated for their injuries, as well as their pain and suffering, when they are injured in personal injury accidents.

14%
Car Accident 10%

At Small Law PLLC, we help our clients navigate Michigan's No Fault Auto Claims. We handle both First Party Personal Injury Protection Claims, and Third Party Bodily Injury Claims.

10%
Immigration 4%

At Small Law PLLC, due to the extreme consequences of Immigration, and being the son of immigrants, we take immigration very seriously. We promise to tirelessly advocate for our clients, and to leave no avenue of obtaining legal status unturned. In addition, attorney Richard D. Small is fluent in Spanish.

11 years

4%
Expungement 1%

At Small Law PLLC, we are firm believers that individuals that have been arrested and or convicted of crimes should have an opportunity to have that arrest or conviction sealed and removed from their public record; which then gives the individual the right not to have to disclose their arrest or conviction when they apply for employment, and or housing.

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-33%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 10 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2015

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Small Law PLLC

295 W Huron St, Pontiac, MI, 48341-1419

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Richard D. Small's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 28, 2017 | Criminal Defense

amazing attorney. Helped us with advice and were ready to hire him for his vmcompassion and kindness and wealth of knowledge

Answered our questions from us, out of state relatives to a one time misdemeanor inmate. He was helpful didn’t look for money. Just on his free help we were on board w him 200%. If u don’t want to be just another inmate number and your inmate family member not watched out for in the system then choo...se another lawyer Bc Richard is the best at what he does . Being a SMALL practice is brilliant Bc u get the guy himself not a 1-800 number to one of 50 branches never able to treacherous the guy taking your $. This guy cares: he’s no ambulance chaser. He has morals and integrity. That’s very unique in a corrupt field at times. Hire him I risked my relatives life on him. Not sorry. Never got to hiring Bc judge let him free. Unfortunately Bc Richard wanted treatment ordered to save my bro, he gave a damn

Posted by Sharon | July 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Excellence is rare.

Excellence is rare yet that is exactly what I found with my attorney, Richard D. Small. During our professional relationship, I found Mr. Small to be diligent in pursuing a positive outcome "for me". In doing so, Mr. Small used both intelligence and kindness to create a rapport that allowed me to ...feel comfortable while expressing my pain. I would recommend Mr. Small to anyone seeking excellent attorney representation.

Posted by Reginald Baker | July 17, 2017 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Reginald Baker

Richard D Smalls is very helpful guy. I had a lot of problems going on through my life he help me my way out. Drivers license suspended for two years he talk to attorneys to reduce prices for me ask l for a different charges and tries his best to beat any case. I have went to court three times and ...been charged with driving without license. all cases have been reduced and charged with something that won't show up on my record. If I haven't ran into Richard I wouldn't be where I am today.

Posted by Taresa | July 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent lawyer

Richard took my nephew case a year ago and my nephew was facing armed robbery charges. Richard did everything that he could to make sure my nephew didn't do any jail time... Thankfully the charges was dropped! He was honest, fair and very trusting! My family and I are very thankful for all his hard w...ork. If anyone needs an extraordinary lawyer, he is the perfect choice!

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Richard D. Small's Lawyer Endorsements

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Aaron Ingber

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 13

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"Richard is extremely knowledgeable. He is creative and willing to fight for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Eric Pernie

Immigration lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Fraiberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 23

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Samuel Bennett

Unknown lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Richard - I've seen him action on several occasions and he vigorously defends his clients and their rights."

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Christina Daskas

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is an excellent attorney who will fight hard for you. I highly recommend him for any criminal defense and personal injury matters."

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Mani Khavajian

Immigration lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Attorney Small, I regularly handled immigration and criminal matters with Mr. Small and can assure you that he is a vigorous advocate for his clients. In addition, he is my top referral for civil cases. If you are looking for honest and accurate advice, then call Mr. Small."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2017

10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Principal Attorney at Small Law PLLC, Small Law PLLC

2014 - 2015

Clerk, Law Offices of Kenneth Burch Sr.

2010 - 2011

intern, Federal Defender Office

2009 - 2009

intern, Law Offices of Bethany McAllister

2008 - 2008

intern, Allen Brothers PLLC

Associations

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2011

Wayne State University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Michigan

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

English

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