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also known as Mike Villar
I am now the elected Prosecutor for Allegan County. My private practice is closed, so I will not be taking on any new clients. I am grateful for all of the years I've had in private practice and really appreciate the clients I've had and the acquaintances I've made. I am proud to be the head of the Allegan County Office of the Prosecuting Attorney and look forward to many years of doing all I can to make sure that Allegan County is a safe and prosperous community.
I graduated from the University of Michigan Law School and went on to hold clerkships for the Honorable George R. Corsiglia in the Allegan Circuit Court and for the Michigan Court of Appeals. Since entering private practice in 1993, I have participated in numerous high visibility cases throughout Southwest Michigan.
I have also worked for one of the largest law firms in America, Dorsey & Whitney. Dorsey & Whitney employed over 330 attorneys and had offices in Minneapolis, Los Angeles, New York, Brussels (Belgium), London (England), and Paris (France). While demanding, Dorsey & Whitney prepared me for legal practice at the highest levels.
My practice included criminal defense, drunk driving, personal injury, wrongful death, divorce, family law, general civil litigation, wills and trusts, corporate law, and medical malpractice. I am committed to excellence. My broad-based litigation experience and expertise insures that my clients were very well represented in the courtroom.
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Acquired: 1992
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141 Riverfront Plaza, Allegan, MI, 49010
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Posted by Rick | February 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Mike is an incredibly professional, kind and understanding attorney. He was instrumental in my child custody and divorce proceedings. I would recommend Mike for any type of legal representation that I may come across and will certainly be voting for him in the coming election.
Posted by Mallorie | May 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I was very pleased with the services Attoney Mike Villar provided. It was well worth the money. He was a great listener and was thorough in his search to help me with what I needed. I will absolutely hire him again if I need anymore legal help. He was professional, thorough, and the lady that answers...
Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I hired Mike to represent my son in an MIP case. Mike showed excellent knowledge of both the court system issuing the citation and also the laws surrounding MIP. He was very patient going through the options and was attentive to the timelines for filing with the court. He was ultimately able to ne...
Posted by Quincy | December 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I have used Mike on two big monumental occassions involing family law. He is AMAZING! Mike is not just about taking a case and getting the money, He truly cares and it shows in his professional knowledge, tenacity and utilized aggressiveness when needed to win. In both of my court cases one invoving ...
Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney
First, be prepared to pay him to tell stories about his kids or his music. He once spent 20 minutes pretending to look for a file (which didn’t exist) while talking about himself and his children. That conversation cost me over $80. I likely paid hundreds to hear about them. Second, Mike doesn’t ...
I am sorry that you feel the way that you do about my representation of you. I also wish you would have spoken to me about your concerns during the time that I was your attorney. If you believe that I billed you for something inappropriately, I would be more than glad to address that issue with you. If you feel that I did not do as I promised, I would also be glad to talk to you about that. However, since you posted your comment anonymously, I do not know who you are or I would reach out and try to resolve your concerns. If you contact me, I will do what I can to address your issues and to make it right if it is possible.
"Mike has a tremendous passion for justice, and a strong commitment to his clients. It was refreshing to collaborate with such a no-nonsense litigator."
"I endorse Attorney Villar. Michael is a fighter for his client's rights and aggressively pursues any defense to obtain a favorable resolution of his cases. I have seen him in court in Allegan and observed him in action. Attorney Villar is top notch!"
"Integrity. Attorney Villar aggressively defends the notion of justice, even when no one else will. He works tirelessly for his clients, even when no one is watching. He swims against the stream, even when the fight doesn't personally benefit him or his legal practice. For the last 15 years, I have watched Attorney Villar and learned what it means to be a great person and a great lawyer. It is my privilege to endorse Attorney Villar. If you are looking for justice, look no further."
"Mr. Villar has vast knowledge and years of experience which he uses to benefit his clients. He is well respected in the legal community and he fights zealously to make sure his client's rights are represented."
"Attorney Villar is one of the best Criminal Defense Attorneys in Western Michigan. I have worked with and against Attorney Villar for over 20 years. I endorse Attorney Villar without hesitation."
"I have known Mike Villar for more than 12 years. He is, hands down, one of the best litigators I have had the opportunity to meet in my 25+ years of practice. He is smart, thinks outside of the box and is knowledgeable in many areas - criminal, real estate, family law, business matter. I have used Mike personally as a mediator and referred hundreds of cases to him on a wide variety of matters."
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2023
Top 10 DUI Defense Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2023
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2023
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2023
Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO
2022
Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO
2022
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney, American Association of Attorney Advocates
2022
Top 10 DUI Defense Attorney, American Associattion of Attorney Advocates
2022
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2021
10 Best Criminal Defense Attorneys in Michigan, American Institute of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2021
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2021
Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO
2021
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney - Michigan, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2021
10 Best DUI/DWI Attorneys in Michigan, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2020
TOP 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers in Michigan, The National Trial Lawyers
2020
10 Best DUI/DWI Attorneys in Michigan, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2020
Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO
2020
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2019
Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO
2019
Best of the Best Criminal Attorney in 2018, Holland Sentinel
2018
Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO
2018
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2017
Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO
2017
"10 Best" Attorneys for Michigan, Association Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2016
Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO
2016
"10 Best" Attorneys for Michigan, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2015
Top OWI Attorneys in Michigan, The National Advocacy for DUI Defense, LLC
2015
Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO
2015
"10 Best" Attorneys for Michigan, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2012
Excellent Rated Attorney, AVVO
2001
Attorney Delegate to Cuban Government, People to People Ambassadors
2012 - Present
Owner, Villar Law Offices
2007 - Present
Of Counsel, Verde Law Offices
1994 - 2007
Owner, Allegan Law Offices
1993 - 1994
Court of Appeals Law Clerk, State of Michigan
1991 - 1992
Law Clerk to the Honorable George R. Corsiglia, Allegan County
2018 - Present
Allegan County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - 2020
American Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2021
Allegan Downtown Development AuthorityMember
2010 - 2023
Cabaret Band ShowBand Member -- Vocals, guitar, banjo, mandolin, percussion
2001 - 2002
People to People AmbassadorsAttorney Delegate to Cuban Government
1997 - 1998
Allegan Bar AssociationPresident
1996 - 1997
Allegan Bar AssociationVice President
1996 - 2005
Allegan County FairMember of Board of Directors
A non-disclosure agreement was signed, so I cannot reveal the amount recovered, although it was significant.
Judgment for Plaintiff. $207,000.
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
BS - Bachelor of Science
2010
Should your business become an LLC?
2008
English
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Can you be in trouble for driving a car that was not known to be stolen?
08 Oct 2019
How long does Michigan have to charge you with DUI ?
08 Oct 2019
If my friend shoplifts without my knowledge, can i still get in trouble if i’m with them?
05 Oct 2019