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I have owned my own firm since 1999, and have had a passion for criminal defense since I passed the bar. My previous experience working at the Michigan Court of Appeals combines with my decades of legal experience and allows me to offer my clients aggressive, passionate, and top-notch representation. I am active in the legal community as a member of my local bar associations and through participation as a mentor in the Ingham County Bar Association's Sixty-Minute mentoring program. I have also appeared as a guest commentator on Court TV's Best Defense.
Aggressive criminal defense throughout Michigan. Call today for a free consultation!
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
11%
31 years
DUI and DWI
11%
Domestic Violence
11%
Family
11%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2024 2023 2022
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5
2013
Licenses
Licensed in Michigan for 30 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Grabel & Associates
(517) 655-1530
Fax
124 W Allegan Street, Ste. 636, Lansing, MI, 48933
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (64)
DUI & DWI (20)
Lawsuits & Disputes (15)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (10)
Administrative Law (8)
Appeals (3)
Drug Crime (3)
Federal Crime (2)
Gun Law (2)
Sex Crime (2)
Divorce & Separation (1)
Expungement (1)
Family (1)
Government (1)
Juvenile (1)
Litigation (1)
State, Local And Municipal Law (1)
Violent Crime (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (80)
Advocacy (59)
Recommendation (48)
Professionalism (44)
Responsiveness (36)
Practice Area Knowledge (29)
Communication Style (26)
General Knowledge (22)
Compassion (16)
Character & Conduct (15)
Trustworthiness (13)
Cost of Services (10)
Staff & Support (8)
Free Consultations (4)
Punctuality (1)
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Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Service Review
Grabel & Associates represented my son's OWI case. We had our first call with Scott Grabel and then we met with the case manager Dan Trudeau. After meeting with Dan, who is a very knowledgeable person, we felt a deep sense of comfort that there may be hope for my son to come out of this problem. Our ...
Posted by Al | March 20, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Great lawyer!
After a night of irresponsible drinking in East Lansing, I found myself charged with two counts of disorderly conduct (drunk & disorderly, obstruction/hindrance) and one count of minor in possession of alcohol. Understanding the grave nature these charges could have on my permanent record, I knew I h...
Posted by Jordan | February 26, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Skeptical at first, came through in the end...
After getting off probation for an alcohol related incident, I received an open intox in Michigan while in the back seat of the car. Not being from Michigan or familiar with Michigan laws, I panicked when I found out this was a midemeanor. I called Scott and he immediately put my mind at ease, althou...
Posted by Geoffrey Moriartey | September 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law
Driver's License Hearing .
I would recommend this firm for anyone trying too get there Drivers license restored to full privilege I got my drivers license back after about 20 years of not having a drivers license.
Scott Grabel's Lawyer Endorsements
"Scott is incredibly knowledgeable about the law, and he works diligently to obtain the best possible outcomes for his clients."
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"I endorse this lawyer.Extremely intelligent, caring and compassionate. Provides excellent answers to legal questions on Avvo. As an attorney who has been practicing for 24 years as a judge, prosecutor, magistrate, criminal defense attorney, and law professor, I would refer anyone and everyone to Mr. Grabel."
"I HIGHLY endorse this lawyer. I personally rate Scott the most skilled and professional Criminal Defense attorney in the Lansing area. Anytime I receive a call for a matter in the Lansing or Mid-Michigan region I call Scott's firm with a referral. I am extremely confident in his abilities. He is a master trial lawyer as well as a great advocate for his clients when they want to settle their case. If you are confronted with any criminal or alcohol offense I highly encourage you to call whom I feel is the best lawyer in his area and among the finest in the entire State of Michigan."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked for and with Scott Grabel for over a decade, and I can say without question that he will provide the best representation in any criminal matter. His attention to detail and knowledge of the law is a step above the rest."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Grabel is an excellent advocate for his clients."
"I endorse Mr. Grabel (Scott) unequivocally in the area of criminal defense. Scott is very knowledgable, receptive to his client's needs, dedicated and hard-working. Quite simply, Scott takes great care of his clients."
"Mr. Grabel zealously advocates and represents his clients interests to the fully extent permitted until the law. Mr. Grabel is proven leaders in the field of Criminal Defense and consistently gets good results for his clients."
"As a former Oakland County Assistant Prosecutor, I knew of Scott Grabel’s reputation as an excellent defense attorney. Recently, I have been able to watch Mr. Grabel firsthand, and his ability and skill match his reputation. I would highly recommend this attorney."
"I highly recommend Scott to anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney in Michigan. Scott's diligence and passion are just two qualities that make him an excellent lawyer. While many lawyers tend to only handle cases in one geographic area, Scott has handled numerous complex cases across Michigan with tremendous success. He is also easily accessible for clients and strives to keep them informed."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2020
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys In Michigan, The National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2020
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2020
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2020
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2020
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2019
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2019
Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Michigan, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2019
Best Attorneys of America, Rue Ratings
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Supervising Attorney, A. Scott Grabel & Associates
1900 - Present
Founder, Grabel & Associates
1996 - 1999
Regional Director of Attorneys, Miller & Associates
1995 - 1996
Owner, Unemployment Benefit Group
Associations
2013 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
National Trial Lawyers' Criminal Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2013 - Present
Michigan NORMLMember
2012 - Present
National Lawyers GuildMember
2012 - Present
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana LawsMember
2012 - Present
Ingham County Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember
2012 - Present
American Society of Legal AdvocatesMember
2011 - Present
Michigan Supreme Court Historical SocietyMember
2011 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorneys of MichiganMember
2011 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1995 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Criminal Sexual Conduct 2nd Degree
Not Guilty by Jury
Home Invasion 2nd Degree
Directed Verdict
Drug Delivery and Possession with Intent to Deliver
Not Guilty by Jury
OUIL 1st Degree Offense
Case Dismissed
Client Accused of Stalking Ex-girlfriend
No Charges Filed
College Student Accused of Raping Fellow Student
Charges Dismissed After Preliminary Exam
Possession with Intent to Deliver Marijuana
Charges Dismissed
Domestic Violence Charge
Not Guilty by Jury
Aggravated Indecent Exposure
Dropped to Disorderly Person- No Sex Offender Registration
Criminal Sexual Conduct 2nd Degree Conviction
Overturned on Appeal, Case Dismissed
Client Charged with Two Counts Breaking and Entering with Intent and One Count Malicious Destruction of Personal Property
Not Guilty on All Counts at Trial
Student Accused of Sexually Assaulting Two Female Students
No Charges Filed
Client Charged with Domestic Assault of a Minor Child
Case Dismissed at Trial
Education
1994
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2020
2020
2015
Nightline
Commentary On Zach Anderson Case
2013
Constitution Day Educational Program
Constitution Day
2007
TrueTV
Commentary on the Orange Taylor III Case
1997
Adjunct Professor
Introduction to Legal Methods
Publications
2014
Legal Marketing Made Easy
LMME 014 : Michigan attorney Scott Grabel shares his story of success
2014
Ingham County Legal News
Monday Profile: Scott Grabel
2013
Tri-County Times
The consequences of being a sex offender
2012
2011
Michigan Lawyers Weekly
To See, or Not to See
1998
Michigan Lawyers Weekly
THE HEARSAY RULE – And Its Excited Utterance Exception
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Scott earned significant contribution points in 2013.
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I file a complaint against friend of the court with the state of Michigan?
05 Mar 2014
Q&A
What does filing an apperance mean?
06 Feb 2014
Q&A
Is it illegal to film yourself having sex?
11 Nov 2013