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Jessica Elizabeth LaFond
About Jessica
Biography
Attorney Jessica E. LaFond grew up in Watervliet, Michigan. She graduated from Michigan State University in 2010 with two Bachelor's Degrees, Political Science - Prelaw and Spanish. Subsequently, she earned her Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law in 2013.
While living in Chicago, Illinois, Jessica was a Judicial Extern for the Honorable Jesse Reyes at the Circuit Court of Cook County and a Law Clerk for the Chicago Board of Education's Law Department. Also during law school, Jessica was a clinical student with DePaul University College of Law's Poverty Clinic.
Jessica began as a Law Clerk with Hills at Law, P.C. in September of 2013 and was hired as an Associate Attorney of the firm when she was admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan in 2014. Jessica's practice is limited to Criminal Defense and its tangential areas, which include Driver's License Restoration, Motions to Set Aside Convictions (Expungements), Petitions for Discontinuation of Sex Offender Registration, Criminal Forfeiture, Restitution, and Personal Protection Order matter. She has focused her efforts and skills on these areas exclusively since joining Hills at Law, P.C.
Jessica is a member in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-400 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 11 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Hills At Law, P.C.
115 W. Main Street, Suite A, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022
Hills at Law, P.C.
425 S Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007-5051
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Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Amazing!
Jessica is not only an amazing lawyer but an amazing human being as well. She was very professional and compassionate regarding my issue. She helped walk me through every step that I needed to take in order to resolve my situation. I can never thank her enough for the positive way she handled my prob...
Posted by Matt | February 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Wish I would have found her sooner
I was working with a “specialist” attorney on a legal issue that has plagued me for years. The specialist burned thru a 10k retainer over a year with no progress on my case. Once they finally set a trial date they wanted to charge me another 10k. Jessica took my case, cleared up a 20 year old issu...
Posted by Tom | June 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Drama
Jessica is the you could ever have. She cares about what she do and it shows. Jessica is the life line for your live!!!!
Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
The best there is
I was arrested for an OWI while on vacation in Michigan. Finding Jessica was the best thing that could have happened. She and her team were there from day one to help me navigate every step in the process. They were supportive, informative and proactive. I walked away with the best possible outcome b...
Posted by Brian | May 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Excellent and overly satisfied.
I was charged with a DUI and open container. This would have effected my CDL drivers license and my ability to provide for my family. She was able to resolve this issue for me. I ended up with a careless driving. I'm able to keep my CDL and provide for my family. Jessica I appreciate you so much....
Jessica Elizabeth LaFond's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jessica is a highly skilled criminal defense attorney. She is extremely thorough and attentive to her clients. I highly recommend her for any criminal defense matters."
"I've worked side by side with Jessica for years. She is a meticulous preparer, and simply stated, one of the best trial attorneys there is. You cannot go wrong with her by your side on a criminal matter."
"I wholeheartedly endorse attorney Jessica LaFond as a criminal defense trial attorney. I have seen her impressive trial skills in action. I also regularly see her defending her clients in the district and circuit courts of Kalamazoo County and throughout southwestern Michigan."
"Jessica's ability to passionately advocate for her clients is unmatched. She is aggressive, compassionate, and extremely intelligent. Jessica deeply cares about the pursuit of justice for each one of her clients. I highly endorse Jessica LaFond as a criminal defense attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Top 40 Under 40, Moody on the Market
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
Dean's Assistantship - Michigan Policy Network, Michigan State University
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Partner, Hills at Law, P.C.
2014 - Present
Associate Attorney, Hills Law Office
2013 - 2014
Law Clerk, Hills at Law, P.C.
2012 - 2012
Judicial Extern, The Circuit Court of Cook County
2012 - 2012
Law Clerk, Chicago Board of Education
Associations
2021 - Present
Berrien County Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Kalamazoo County Trial Lawyers AssociationTreasurer
2016 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2016 - Present
St. Joseph County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Kalamazoo County OWI Court (Specialty Court)Defense Attorney Representative
2014 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2014 - Present
Kalamazoo County Trial Lawyers AssociationPast President
2014 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorneys of MichiganMember
2014 - Present
Kalamazoo County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Kalamazoo County Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionMember
2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2020 - 2021
Kalamazoo County Bar AssociationSecretary
2018 - 2023
Kalamazoo County Bar AssociationBoard Member
2016 - 2018
Kalamazoo County Trial Lawyers AssociationVice President
2015 - 2016
Kalamazoo County Trial Lawyers AssociationSecretary
Education
2013
DePaul University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
Michigan State University
Bachelor's
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Should I contact my probation officer to tell him of the situation, and if so, what should I say?
06 Dec 2015
Q&A
Impaired driving reduced to careless driving in Michigan. Should arrest record remain?
20 Nov 2015
Q&A
I was pulled over for speeding, but was not asked to sign anything. Does this mean I was only warned?
30 Oct 2015