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Keeley D. Blanchard
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Keeley D. Blanchard provides first rate, aggressive representation for people accused of criminal offenses throughout the State of Michigan.
The many successes enjoyed by the clients of Ms. Blanchard speak for themselves. Keeley Blanchard relentlessly pursues justice on behalf of her clients. Whether the case is big or small, clients find that Keeley Blanchard is an advocate who will invest in their story and provide them with the most aggressive defense available.
Ms. Blanchard believes that every one of her clients deserves personal attention during their difficult journey through the criminal justice system. She ensures that her clients will have access to her for thorough answers to the tough questions that they are facing. Ms. Blanchard devotes herself to obtaining the best possible result in each and every case, for each and every client.
While so many other attorneys fear the inside of the courtroom, Keeley Blanchard is a seasoned, tough trial attorney, unafraid to push prosecutors to trial. Even in the most challenging cases, Ms. Blanchard approaches judges and jurors with confidence, and successfully defends her clients.
Keeley D. Blanchard is an active member of the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan and the Trial Lawyers College, where she is on the teaching staff. Ms. Blanchard takes pride in the extensive amount time that she dedicates to ensuring that she is up-to-date on the most current developments in the criminal defense field, and regularly engages in continuing education and training.
If you are charged with a crime in the State of Michigan, Keeley D. Blanchard is available to fight for you. When you have been or may be charged with a criminal offense, it is important that you speak with an attorney as early in the process as possible so that you can fully protect your rights.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
21 years
Sex Crime
50%
21 years
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Licensed in Michigan for 20 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2005
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Location
Blanchard Law
309 S. Lafayette St., Ste. 208, Greenville, MI, 48838
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Keeley D. Blanchard's Reviews
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Posted by John | May 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Keeley Renewed My Faith in the Legal Profession
Keley did an outstanding job representing me in a recent matter. She worked hard, was diligent, incredibly responsive and kind. Most importantly, she represented me with the highest level of integrity. She earned every penny!
Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
CSC
Keeley helped me through one of the darkest times of my life. After a false accusation by a mentally-ill family member, my life was turned upside down. I risked losing everything I had worked so hard for, education, career, relationships. No matter how hard I screamed, "I didn't do this", no one woul...
Posted by Lonny | January 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
great lawyer and my savior
Keeley Blanchard was my savior when I needed one. The first thing Keeley did was take care of my well-being and then she went to work doing what she does. Keeley put me in contact with the counseling I needed. Then reviewed all aspects of my DUI violation. She first checked to make sure it was ...
Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
DUI
I got charged with a SUPER DRUNK DRIVING,when I wasn't even driving. She was able to see throught exactly what was going on. This Lady is so smart,& strong that with all of her effort after 3 preetryal proved tham wrong!!! and got my case dismissed. Proud of her. It is$$$$,but She worth every penny!
Posted by Shannon | May 20, 2015
Professional Service!
Keeley was professional in every sense of the word. She worked hard for me, was very knowledgeable and was an excellent communicator. I felt she was really invested in my case. Thank you Keeley
Keeley D. Blanchard's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly recommend Keeley for any person facing criminal charges. I have worked with Keeley in trial preparations and was amazed with her passion, fight and compassion for her client. Keeley has proven that she is a fighter in court with her countless acquittals. She is not afraid to stand up to an unfair judge and has won the battle."
"Keeley Heath is an outstanding lawyer who gets results for her clients. She fights hard and is well known for obtaining results. Keeley is sharp on her feet and has everything going for her that makes her a successful trial attorney."
"Keeley is a fighter and is at the top of her game. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for top notch representation."
"Keeley is an excellent attorney who knows her law and takes care of her clients."
"Keely is a great attorney. I met her at trial college, and I have followed the many successes that she has compiled since then including trial victories and dismissals. I would be comfortable referring her even the toughest cases."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Aggressive and knowledgeable. Exactly what you want from a criminal defense attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
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"I highly recommend Ms. Heath to anyone with a legal problem. Trust her with your case and she will take very good care of you."
"I met Ms. Heath at the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in July 2011. I was very impressed with her legal skills, her creativity, and her passion for her clients. She is an excellent trial lawyer."
"Keely is an excellent attorney. I attended the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College with Keely and was impressed by her dedication and skill. She gets fantastic results in challenging cases. You would be well served to hire Keely as your attorney."
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"Keeley is a great criminal defense lawyer. If you are looking for a lawyer who cares about her clients and gives 110% with skill, talent, and knowledge, Keeley is the right lawyer for you."
"It only took a few minutes of speaking with this lawyer before I could tell she was extremely knowledgeable with criminal defense. I would not hesitate referring matters to her."
"I proudly endorse Attorney Heath. Her passion and experience are definite assets to her clients. I am glad to call her a colleague and a friend!"
"I endorse Keeley Heath as one of the brightest stars in criminal defense work today. She possesses excellent technique in trial and works diligently to upgrade her skills every opportunity she has. Such talent and such energy are keys to her winning record. I highly recommend hiriing Ms. Heath to defend you."
"I have the pleasure of knowing Keeley through Trial Lawyers College. I know Keeley to be a courageous trial attorney that is passionate about the work she does for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Keeley know how to get the client's story right. That is more difficult than most folks think. Being able to put the story into action to the point that the jury is personally involved in the story is a great skill set. And, she has it. It is fantastic to experience."
"I had the pleasure of getting to know Keeley this summer at Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers College. Keeley is one of the finest trial lawyers I know. Keeley has an incredible understanding or the law, a tremendous ability to tell her client's story to a jury and she has a heart of gold and truly cares about each person she represents. If my liberty were ever at stake, Keeley is the first person I would call."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Graduate - Grad II Program, Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Named to Faculty, Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
2015
Graduate - Grad II Program, Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Graduate; Grad II Program, Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
2013
Graduate; Grad II program, Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Spence Trial Lawyers College Graduate; F Warrior, Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
2011
Trial College Graduate, Case Development Track, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010
Trial College Graduate, Advanced Track, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan
2008
Trial College Graduate, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan
2004
Best Litigator - Mock Trial Competition, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2003
Certificate of Merit - Constitutional Law, Thomas M. Cooley Law school
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Managing Member, Miel & Carr, PLC
Associations
2012 - Present
Michigan Association for JusticeAttorney Member
2011 - Present
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers CollegeGraduate / Faculty
2010 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2007 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorneys of MichiganBoard of Directors
2007 - Present
State Appellate Defender's Office Criminal Defense ForumMember
2005 - Present
Ionia-Montcalm Bar AssociationPast President
2005 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Criminal Law SectionMember
2009 - 2011
Lots, Inc.Board Member
Sample of Legal Cases
People v JC
Not Guilty
People v RH
Not Guilty
People v CB
Not Guilty on All Counts
People v VB
Dismissed
People v TK
Dismissed
People v TE
Not guilty on all counts
People v AS
Not Guilty on all charges
People v CD
Not Guilty
In re DB
Not Guilty
People v JP
Not Guilty
People v DA
Charges of Manufacture Marijuana and Felony Firearm result in no conviction
People v SY
No charges filed
People v JW
Cases dismissed
People v GF
Case dismissed
People v JM
DWLS Case Dismissed
AP
Driver's License Restored after 3 drunk driving offenses
People v CP; People v DJ
Dismissal of all charges based upon bad search
People v MR
Full Dismissal of Felony Resisting and Obstructing Charges
People v JH
Young Man Removed from Sex Offender Registry
CA
Client Removed from Sex Offender Registry
People v AS
Life Offense Drug Case Dismissed
People v RV
Felony and Misdemeanor Dismissed
People v CA
Client Found NOT GUILTY at Jury Trial
People v JW
Client found Not Guilty of Child Abuse by Jury
People v KH
Client Acquitted on All Charges - CSC1/CSC3
BL
No charges filed in CSC1 case
People v JD
Possession of marijuana case dismissed
People v LM
Client Found Not Guilty - Even with Prosecutor as Witness
People v CA
Two separate marijuana possession cases dismissed
People v SS
Not Guilty Verdict After Jury Trial
People v TD
Case Dismissed Pursuant to Medical Marijuana Act
People v LB
Client Acquitted of Assault with Dangerous Weapon
People v MR
Client Acquitted of Rape Charges
People v JD
Rape Charges Dismissed - Client Wrongly Accused
People v BM
Juvenile Found Not Guilty of Making Bomb Threat
People v JJ
Jury Finds Man Acted in Self-Defense
People v RB
Woman Freed After Preliminary Examination
People v PM
Man Avoids Felony Conviction & Jail
People v WT
CSC Charges Dismissed Prior to Trial
People v CS
Serious Drug Felony Dismissed After Hearing
People v DW
Defendant Found Not Guilty of Domestic Violence
JG
Charges Avoided - Shooting Ruled Self Defense
People v JR
Client Acquitted at Trial of Multiple Counts
People v DE
Judge Dismisses Felony Charges
People v SR
OWI with accident reduced to non-alcohol offense
People v CA
Case Dismissed Pursuant to Medical Marijuana Act
Education
2011
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Graduate; F Warrior
2005
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Grand Valley State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
Trial Lawyers College California Regional
Opening Statements
2016
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Trial Skills
2016
CDAM Evidence Boot Camp
Evidence Boot Camp
2016
Berrien County Defenders Office Training
Opening Statements
2016
Berrien County Defenders Office Training
Preliminary Examinations
2015
State Court Administrative Office Parent Attorney Training
Trial Preparation in Child Protective Proceedings
2015
CDAM Evidence Boot Camp
Evidence Boot Camp
2014
Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan, Fall Conference
Evidence Boot Camp
2013
Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan Spring Conference
Child Protective Proceedings and the Criminal Defense Lawyer
2010
Career Day
Careers in the Law
Publications
2017
Trial Lawyers College Blog
Criminal Defense lawyers Blanchard & Savela use TLC methods to win freedom for their client
2013
Criminal Defense Newsletter (SADO)
Child Protective Proceedings and the Criminal Defense Lawyer
2013
The Greenville Daily News
Does the Death Penalty Serve a Purpose?
2011
Greenville Daily News
Attorney Requests Child Expert in Molestation Case
2011
2011
The Daily News
Kreeger Removes Hoort as Judge in Drug Case
2011
Criminal Defense Newsletter
Spotlight On Keeley Heath
2010
2010
Wood TV 8
Couple fights for return of pot plants
2008
Greenville Daily News
Man Acquitted of Rape
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a parole office view a marriage license at the county clerks office?
03 Apr 2018
Q&A
I got a civil infraction but warning is checked?
01 Apr 2018
Q&A
Can I be charged with anything?
10 Mar 2018