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Biography
I am a very compent and competitive in every thing I set out to do. I love to talk in front of people. I love to have fun and hate to lose in anything. This makes me a very good trial attorney.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 150-225 per hour
Contingency
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 29 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1996
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2011
Location
David B. Carter, Jr.
P.O. Box 54, Charlotte, MI, 48813-0054
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David B. Carter Jr.'s Reviews
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Showing 11 - 13 of 13 reviews | 5 stars
Posted by Juan | February 22, 2011 | Criminal Defense
one aggressive cat
This attorney is one awesome litigator. My case was stacked against me and Mr. Carter totally destroyed the prosecutor's witnesses. I got a not guilty verdict. He is one tough attorney. Mr. Carter also worked with me on the fees. I would hire this guy in a heart beat.
Posted by susie | August 11, 2010 | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer If you need help he will fight till the end for you!
I was given Mr. Carter as a public defender. Most public defenders just run throught the motions without really caring about the results of thier clients cases or putting much effort into their assignments. THIS IS NOT THE CASE WITH MR.CARTER. He is a very aggresive defender that really cares about n...
Posted by Melissa | May 13, 2010 | Criminal Defense
Over and Beyond
I was facing life altering charges. I had never been in trouble before and this charge could have ruined my life. Dave took my case and ran with it. He was aggressive and knowledgable. He knew what to address and what to leave alone. The final result was I was found not guilty, by a jury. The prosecu...
David B. Carter Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"A highly experienced, well-rounded and compassionate attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"An outstanding and well respected attorney in the legal community. I would recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone needing legal representation."
"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"One of the most insightful attorneys I've had contact with. Mr. Carter has a talent for razor-sharp issue spotting. He effectively communicates complex legal issues with clients in a way that they can easily understand. His advice is spot-on. In my opinion, David Carter stands out among the best attorneys in the state. I highly recommend his services."
"I've referred clients to David in the past. He has a well-deserved reputation as an excellent attorney. I recommend him highly."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Great lawyer. Knows the law very well."
"Attorney Carter knows the law and how to make it work for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Carter is very active and insightful with his posting on the AVVO boards. His answers are correct and thorough."
"Mr. Carter does an outstanding job for his clients. He is known to be one of the hardest working and performing attorney in his field. He gets results!"
"Mr. Carter is very active and insightful with his posting on the AVVO boards. I endorse and recommend this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Carter is a zealous advocate for his clients, as indicated through his published answers and responses on Avvo.com. He knows the law and is readily available to answer questions in his fields of practice. I would eagerly use his legal services for issues in his area of the state."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dave is a very knowledgeable and experienced lawyer. I respect and look forward to his answers on AVVO."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"An attention for detail; a committed advocate."
"I endorse Attorney Carter. He frequently responds to questions on this forum in a careful and insightful manner, and often hits on issues that the asker did not even contemplate."
"Mr Carter is a fine and experienced attorney, I have commonly been pleased with his insides and observations. His knowledge and experience is the basis for the best representation in almost any legal matter in the Charlotte vicinity."
"Mr. Carter is an exceptional attorney. I have been an attorney for 24 years and served as a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, law professor, and private attorney. However, even with all of that experience, I learn from his answers on Avvo each and every day. If you have the chance, hire him in an instant."
"Attorney Carter has the experience needed to fight for his clients along with the will. Wanting an aggressive criminal defense attorney? Contact Mr. Carter today."
"I endorse this lawyer. I am always impressed with Mr. Carter's responses and his insight. I truly believe an endorsement is the highest honor you can give an attorney, and I confidently endorse him."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2011.
Automatic Interim Suspension issued in MI, 2011
updated on 06/21/2012Interim suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.
Honors
2015
2014 Top Contributor, AVVO
2015
2015 Highly Rated by Peers, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
2014 Highly Rated by Peers, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
2013 Top Contributor, AVVO
2013
2013 Highly Rated by Peers, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
2012 Highly Rated by Peers, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
2011 Highly Rated by Peers, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
2010 Highly Rated by Peers, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Owner Trial Attorney, David B. Carter, Jr. Attorney at Law
Associations
1996 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
1996 - Present
Eaton County Bar AssociationPast President
2000 - 2001
American Inns of Court FoundationMember
1999 - 2001
Michigan Representative Assembly CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Abuse and Neglect Case.
Jury ruled infavor of Client and refused to take jurisdiction
Home Invasion
Not Guilty
Child Custody
Joint physical custody for father
Education
1996
Detroit College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Michigan
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Would my high misdemeanor conviction 30 years ago cause denial of a Michigan casino occupational license?
30 Apr 2018
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What do I do about my wife selling the house, furniture, appliances after the divorce papers were filed and served?
23 Apr 2018
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What can happen to my husband, he had a prior OWI almost 4 years and no run ins with the cops after that but was pulled over?
01 Dec 2017