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Joseph M. Fletcher

3.5
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 19 years

Family Lawyer at Saint Joseph, MI
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement

606 Main Street, Saint Joseph, MI

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Licensed in Michigan for 19 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2006

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Fletcher Law

606 Main Street, Saint Joseph, MI, 49085

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Posted by kenneth | September 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Well pleased

Excellent understanding of people and their situations. My family member had multiple issues and violations in different Courts all of which he managed carefully and efficiently. The outcomes were appropriate and acceptable. Could not have had a better representation.

Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Outstanding OWI Defense/Counsel

Attorney Fletcher represented my defense in an OWI 1st case and performed his duties to the letter. I had a major accident and although this was a 1st offence, the case was not an easy or simple one. Mr. Fletcher was with me every step of the way, from my first court appearance to sentencing. He ensu...red that I was never unaware of what to expect or how to proceed at any point in the process. I did not have any other contacts in MI at the time that I could turn to for help or advice. Mr. Fletcher went out of his way in not only taking on the legal aspects of the case, but also connecting with me frequently to address my concerns and questions throughout the 3+ month process. I deeply regret deciding to drive that night, and Mr. Fletcher's assistance facilitated a second chance for me. Had I retained a less capable and caring attorney, I would likely have not been able to make the improvements in my life that I have made since the case as I would likely have incurred far greater and longer-running penalties. I am very fortunate to have reached the outcome that I did in that case, and will not forget the help that Mr. Fletcher provided. Thankfully, no one was injured and I lived to learn from my mistake and will never endanger others in the same reckless manner again. This was a dark, but formative time in my life, and I am grateful that Mr. Fletcher was there for me.

Posted by Betty | August 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Great grandparent custody battle

Great grandparent custody battle. We hired Mr. Fletcher to help us get visitation rights and possible custody for a great granddaughter. He made us feel like we could win or had a good chance of winning we paid him $3500. Then when we went to court he said I told you you probably wouldn't whenc. We h...ired Mr. Fletcher to help us get visitation rights and possible custody for a great granddaughter. He made us feel like we could win or had a good chance of winning we paid him $3500. Then when we went to court he said I told you you probably wouldn't win . No this is not what he told us he made us feel like we had a chance and he let us down. He did not do his research because it was (The day of the hearing) out found out great grandparents have no rights. Thank you Mr. Fletcher for nothing

Joseph Fletcher

Replied last August 23, 2017

There are significant facts missing from Betty's review, which makes the review unreliable and inaccurate. Betty fails to mention that the father (a party to the case) was fully on board with Betty receiving all of his parenting time for grandparent visitation. Over the course of the case, the mother and father ended up talking and ultimately agreeing to signing an affidavit (through the advice of their respective attorneys) stating that they opposed an order for gp rights, which precludes gp rights in this case by statute as written. Betty's review also fails to mention that CPS was involved during the the case, which caused a significant delay because the family case was stayed until CPS finished its case. During the CPS case, Betty and her husband were not permitted contact with their granddaughter, which caused a lot of problems emotionally for Betty (understandably so). The motion for gp rights itself not only cited the relevant provisions of the gp statute, but Betty was fully advised of all of the potential risks and outcomes from the beginning. Betty undoubtedly loves her granddaugther very much and she is likely a much better provider than the child's parents; however, Betty will never accept the outcome of the case and the lawyer and court system will be blamed for it. Betty should make her complaints to the legislators in Michigan and change the law for grandparents. I wish Betty and her husband the best and hope they get to be a part of their granddaughter's life.

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