Serving Saginaw, Midland, and Bay Counties, as well as all surrounding areas! Statewide practice on a case-by-case basis. If the case is in Michigan, never assume that it's too far! Give me a call. Let me handle it.
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I am a dedicated Attorney serving the great state of Michigan from the Tri-Cities to Traverse City, and all surrounding areas. I have a strong belief in our rights of life, liberty and freedom, as citizens of this great country, and I will do everything within my power to fight to protect those rights; preserving them for future generations. I specialize in the areas of Criminal Defense, Family Law, No-Fault auto and trucking accidents, Personal Injury, and all kinds of Civil Litigation. I pride myself on my aggressive, powerful and (most importantly) effective representation, and I consistantly obtain the best possible result for my clients by putting in the extra hours and fighting as if it were me standing in my client's shoes. I became an attorney because I love the law, and because I love having the power to help people fight back. Every day is a new adventure, and every day I take the necessary steps to improve on myself, my advocacy, and my client relationships. Most legal cases have a significant impact on a person's life, and if you're that person, you should do everything within your power to make sure that impact is a positive one. You need a winner on your side, plain and simple; your future depends on it.
I'm a winner. I can help. Make the call.
RECENT AWARDS and RECOGNITION:
Clients' Choice Award - Avvo (2015, 2016)
Michigan's Top Young Attorneys (as published in Hour Detroit)
and more..
Practice areas
Aggressive criminal defense. Trial Attorney. Misdemeanor, Felony, Probation Violations, Expungements, Juvenile Charges and everything in between. Drug related charges, OUI/Alcohol related charges, CSC, Violent/Assaultive Crimes, Theft Crimes, Home Invasion/B&E, Domestic Violence, Resisting and Obstructing, Weapons Charges, Property Crimes, Driving Offenses, Fraud, White Collar Crimes, and EVERYTHING else! I will protect your rights and work with you to regain your freedom!
8 years, 800 cases
All DIVORCE/CUSTODY cases, contested or uncontested, Default Judgments, Consent Judgments, Divorce Trials, Mediation, Settlement Conferences, and all other divorce proceedings. Custody disputes and Motions, Parenting Time motions and modifications, Child Support hearings, recalculations and modifications, Support issues, Show Cause hearings, Arrearages, and most other domestic relations matters.
8 years, 200 cases
Personal Injury, No-Fault, Workers Comp, Civil Litigation, Slip and fall, Premises Liability, Products liability, Wrongful death, Wrongful discharge, Discrimination and Civil Rights.
8 years, 100 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MI | Active And In Good Standing | 2014 | 06/27/2022 |
Legal answers | 20 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2018 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2018 |
Top One Percent | National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2018 |
10 Best Attorneys - Michigan | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2017 |
Top 10% in the USA - Criminal Defense | Lawyers of Distinction | 2017 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2017 |
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2017 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2017 |
Top 10 Under 40 | National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2017 |
Top 40 under 40 | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2016 |
Clients' Choice Award | Avvo | 2016 |
10 Best Attorneys - Michigan | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2016 |
Clients' Choice Award | Avvo | 2015 |
Graduate - Evidence Boot Camp | Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan | 2015 |
Certificate of Merit - Pretrial Skills | Thomas M. Cooley | 2012 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Felony Defense Attorney | Roscommon County Circuit Court | 2015 - Present |
Partner/Trial Attorney | Brabant & Coltrane, PLLC | 2015 - Present |
Abuse, Neglect and Deliquency Attorney | Roscommon County | 2015 - Present |
Pro Bono Attorney | 46th Circuit Pro Bono Divorce Clinic | 2014 - Present |
Trial Attorney | Nye & Associates, P.L.L.C. | 2014 - 2015 |
Assistant Public Defender (Extern) | Washtenaw Public Defender's Office | 2013 - 2013 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan | Admitted to Practice | 2016 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Attorney Member | 2015 - Present |
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws | Attorney Member | 2015 - Present |
State Bar of Michigan | Attorney Member | 2014 - Present |
Michigan Association for Justice | Attorney Member | 2014 - Present |
Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan | Attorney Member | 2014 - Present |
Saginaw County Bar Association | Attorney Member | 2014 - Present |
State Bar of Michigan, Criminal Law Section | Attorney Member | 2014 - Present |
State Bar of Michigan, Young Lawyers Section | Attorney Member | 2014 - Present |
State Bar of Michigan, Real Property Law Section | Attorney Member | 2014 - Present |
State Bar of Michigan, Solo & Small Firm Section | Attorney Member | 2014 - Present |
Institute of Continuing Legal Education | 2014 - Present | |
Kirtland Community College | Board of Trustees | 2016 - 2019 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College | Graduate Program | 2019 |
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College | 2017 | |
Thomas M. Cooley Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2013 |
Waynesburg University | BSBA | 2005 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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A Living Trust Education Initiative, Who Should You Trust? | Avoiding Estate Planning Mistakes | 2017 |
46th Circuit Pro Bono Clinic | Divorce | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Drunk Driving and Open Intox - DISMISSED for Constitutional Violation | All Charges Dismissed |
Strangulation/Aggravated Stalking - DISMISSED DUE TO PERJURED TESTIMONY | Dismissed |
$45,000.00 - Personal Injury Settlement | Settlement |
NOT GUILTY - JURY VERDICT - CSC 3rd Degree | Not Guilty |
NO JAIL - (3) Cts. Felony Embezzlement, (3) Cts. Felony Perjury | Substantial Reduction + No jail |
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Andrea Crumpler, Criminal defense Attorney on May 1, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I fully endorse Aaron. He works hard and cares a great deal about his clients and cases. He is dedicated to his practice and has shown a willingness to learn and grow as a person and a lawyer. He also has a great sense of humor, which is a bonus. I would turn to him for advice or help if it was ever needed.
Stewart Shamon, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 21, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Aaron's dedication and tenacious approach in defending his clients make him one of the best lawyers I know. His enduring and genuine compassion toward his clients coupled with his extensive knowledge of the law set him apart from other criminal defense attorneys. Aaron devotes his time, effort, and entire career in achieving the best possible outcome for his clients. He is, with absolute certainty, the right attorney to hire should you need an advocate who will best represent your interests.
Andrea Crumpler, Criminal defense Attorney on May 1, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I fully endorse Aaron. He works hard and cares a great deal about his clients and cases. He is dedicated to his practice and has shown a willingness to learn and grow as a person and a lawyer. He also has a great sense of humor, which is a bonus. I would turn to him for advice or help if it was ever needed.
Stewart Shamon, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 21, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Aaron's dedication and tenacious approach in defending his clients make him one of the best lawyers I know. His enduring and genuine compassion toward his clients coupled with his extensive knowledge of the law set him apart from other criminal defense attorneys. Aaron devotes his time, effort, and entire career in achieving the best possible outcome for his clients. He is, with absolute certainty, the right attorney to hire should you need an advocate who will best represent your interests.
Joshua Mulligan, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 13, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Aaron has class and style in his approach to the law. I met him at the Trial Lawyer's College and we did a lot of work together. It was always a pleasure to see him present - he taught me a great deal about how to find the story in a case. Aaron goes deep on his cases. He wants to know the client and understand the story. He is an excellent attorney.
Everette Ayers, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 11, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Aaron and I have had numerous cases against each other over the last few years, and I have a great deal of respect for him not only as an attorney, but as a person as well. Aaron is the type of attorney who always wants to be the smartest person in the room, and will do everything within his power to get the best possible results for his clients. Based upon our prior cases, I can confidently attest to the fact that Aaron is always locked, loaded and ready for a knock-down drag-out fight. He is one of those guys that refuses to back down to anyone, no matter the odds, Aaron is a natural Trial Attorney, who seems to flourish in the courtroom, and although I consider him a good friend, and our business relationship is flourishing, he is one of the last people I would want to see sitting across the table from me representing the opposing party in a matter. I highly recommend this attorney.
Lee Hornberger, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 21, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Aaron Coltrane is an outstanding attorney in the fields of criminal defense and domestic relations. He is very professional and effective. He treats everyone, including clients, judges, and staff, with dignity and respect.
Colin Hunter, General practice Attorney on Jun 15, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Over the last few years, I have had the opportunity to work with and against Aaron Coltrane in various legal matters. I have always known Aaron to be honest, ethical, and detail oriented. If you are in need of candid and professional legal advice, Aaron is a solid choice.
Christopher Trudeau, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 15, 2016
Relationship: Other
I was one of Mr. Coltrane's professors during law school. He was always an excellent student with a professional demeanor that I wish more lawyers had. I'm excited to see that this has carried over into his law practice, and I'm honored to recommend him.
Gerard Brabant, Family Attorney on Jan 29, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Mr. Coltrane is a dedicated attorney who has earned a stellar reputation within the surrounding counties due to his strong legal prowess and proven dedication to his clients. His confidence in the courtroom further enables him to obtain positive results for those he defends, and his legal analysis and application of the law to the facts of the case affords him a noticeable advantage against less formidable counterparts. I would not hesitate to refer anyone with a legal issue to Mr. Coltrane, as I am certain that he would provide diligent and aggressive representation while constantly striving to protect their interests and obtain the best possible result.
Robert Whims, Litigation Attorney on Mar 30, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I met Mr. Coltrane when he was opposing counsel in a matter that I was handling. I found him to be honest, prepared, efficient and a man of his word. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Coltrane to anyone who needed assistance with a legal matter.
Kelly Ellsworth, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 30, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Edwards, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Looking for competent and aggressive representation in the areas of criminal law, family law or personal injury, I recommend Aaron S. Coltrane, associate attorney with Todd Nye & Associates.
Peter Shek, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 11, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
An ambitious and knowledgeable young attorney with a bright future. A pleasure to work with.
Millicent Shek, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Todd Nye, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 23, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Coltrane is an excellent attorney with an unusual ability to command a courtroom. He cares deeply about his clients, communicates well, and aggressively advocates for their interests. I would highly recommend this attorney.
Dustin Hoff, Litigation Attorney on Feb 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Great court room presence.
Joseph Woods, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 11, 2014
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer.
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