Joshua Marlin Covert

Joshua Marlin Covert

also known as Josh, Covert

4.8
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lansing, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1129 N Washington Ave, Lansing, MI

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Criminal law, especially medical marijuana and the defense of those charged with driving while impaired by medical marijuana and other drugs.

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 14 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2012

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Covert Law

1129 N Washington Ave, Lansing, MI, 48906

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Joshua Marlin Covert's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

50 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Punctuality

Posted by Shawn | July 08, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Best legal help in the State of Michigan

In my personal experience with Joshua Covert as my Attorney he was very professional, extremely knowledgeable, easily accessable for anything I needed, always on time, and very willing to stand up for my best interest always. He is the best Attorney I have ever had and I would highly recommend having... him as an Attorney to anyone I know who needs legal help! I was facing 3 felony charges and 2 misdomeanor charges that were all dismissed! Without his legal help there is no doubt in my mind I would have been falsely convicted and would be in jail at this current time. Simply put in my opinion he is the best Attorney I have ever encountered!!!!

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Review of Josh Covert in OWI Case

I thought Josh did a great job handling my case. He kept me informed with everything that was going on through the whole process and met with me to answer or discuss any questions or concerns that I had in a very prompt manner. Josh was very knowledgable about the law and the judge that my case was... assigned to and informed me on what I could do to benefit myself in the situation that I was in.

Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Hire Josh Covert

I was arrested in February 2013 on a super drunk driving charge. Following my release from jail, I sought consult with other attorneys in the Lansing area. As I was given absolutely nothing from the police or jail (no ticket or any sort of paper work), the general consensus seemed to be that the cour...ts would inform me via mail about an arraignment and other legal obligations. I heard nothing for 2 months until I was called by a police detective to inform me that a warrant for my arrest had been put out. After getting that news, I contacted the Nichols Law firm whom I had discovered through the Internet but had not spoken with yet. I was put into contact with Josh within the hour. Josh immediately started helping me before I even hired him. He called the police to find out everything that was involved and promptly called me back and explained the entire situation and even offered advice about the best way to handle the situation. He then invited me to his office for a consultation and I agreed to hire him that day. Josh was extremely supportive and knowledge about the DUI/OWI process during my experience with him. He kept me updated on everything and always immediately informed me if any new or pertinent information about my case had come up and was always willing to discuss anything that was worrying me. I was initially charged with an OWI enhanced (super drunk) but with Josh's representation the charge was reduced to a regular OWI (DUI). And with Josh as my attorney, I was able to avoid all court imposed punishment besides a fine. NO probation. NO community service. Josh is a great lawyer and has become a great friend. I would STRONGLY recommend him to anyone that has to go through the stress and ordeal of a drunk driving case. He will make everything so much easier for you.

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Joshua Marlin Covert's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sean Myers

Criminal defense lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Joshua is an excellent advocate and an expert in medical marihuana litigation. Joshua is not afraid to stand up for his client's rights and freedoms even in controversial situations."

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Seth Bierlein

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. When I began my career in criminal defense I worked for Josh, and I was shown how a passionate and skilled attorney operates."

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Shannon Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh Covert is an up and coming lawyer who has a great reputation and does great things for his clients, especially those who have issues with medical marijuana in Michigan. I would not hesitate to refer clients to Josh."

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Takura Nyamfukudza

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Covert. We recently worked as co-counsel on a felony. I was impressed by his attention to detail, prompt responses, and respect that she showed our clients."

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Brent Riley

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An expert on the MMMA and OUID issues."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Joshua. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Aaron Boria

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joshua Covert is a great lawyer. As a fellow criminal defense lawyer i will often turn to Mr. Covert when I have questions regarding gas spectrometry and other complicated issues. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Nichols

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Josh is outstanding. He works really hard, is smart and most importantly committed to results. Just this week, our office received an opinion and order DISMISSING an OWI-Marijuana case that Josh worked on with our team. Josh's insight into the interaction of the Michigan Medical Marijuana Act with the drunk driving statute was helpful and cogent!"

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Nancy Eaton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Covert is a very talented and highly skilled litigator. He gives his all to ensure that his client's get only the best defense. His expertise in the areas of Medical Marijuana law and DUI/DWI law are unmatched. Mr. Covert is truly a forced to be reckoned with in the court room! I whole heatedly endorse Mr. Covert."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Best MMMA Law Firm, Extreme Cannaquest Expo

2014

Trial Advocacy Award, Nichols Law Firm

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Partner, Nichols Law Firm

2012 - Present

Of Counsel, The Nichols Law Firm, PLLC

Associations

2015 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

MIlegalize

Board Member

2014 - Present

Michigan Association of OWI Attorneys

Member

2012 - Present

NORML Legal Committee

Member

2014 - 2016

Sons and Daughters United

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Medical Marihuana Patient Avoids Probation

Fines and Cost, NO probation

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Education

2012

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Northern Michigan University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Extreme Cannaquest Expo

Civil Asset Forfeiture

2016

CMU SAMRC

medical Marihuana Laws

2015

High TImes Cannabis Cup Marjuana Legalization

2015

C2 Counter Culture Expo

Marijuana Legalization

2014

American Rights Conference Medical Marijuana

2013

Monthly Meeting

Medical Marijuana

2013

Free Bree Press Conference Medical Marijuana and CPS

Publications

2015

2012

Ingham County Bar Association Briefs Driving and Drug Use

Languages

English

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