$ 200-200 per hour
Barry Franklin Poulson
About Barry
Biography
We are a client-centered law firm, providing both legal representation and advice that not only solves problems, but helps prevent problems from occuring. We are well prepared to take your matter to trial, but also know that negotiating a positive solution could also be your best choice.
My wife, Lissa B. Poulson, RN, a Legal Nurse Consultant, practices with me. This is a great advantage not only dealing with cases involving substance abuse and mental health issues.
As Asst. Professor at Olivet College, I teach Computer Science, Statistics, and Law.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
21 years | 1,200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
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Licensed in Michigan for 20 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2005
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Location
Poulson & Associates, PLLC
101 E Bacon Street, Hillsdale, MI, 49242
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Posted by Richard | July 20, 2015 | Family
Excellent, effective representation
Attorney Poulson provided my family with excellent and very responsive representation in connection with a court hearing and family matter. Mr. Poulson was very supportive, clear in communications and responded to our call/emails extremely quickly. I would highly recommend him.
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"If you are charged with a crime in the Hillsdale area or any of the surrounding areas, you owe it to yourself to call and consult with Barry Poulson. A veteran criminal defense attorney, Barry is the perfect mix of no-holds-barred, not afraid to speak his mind advocate combined with the compassion and understanding of a real human being. When you look for an attorney to help you through your most difficult situations, you need someone who is a mix of these two qualities, and that is Barry. Get ahold of Barry!"
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Experience
Honors
2016
Reader's Choice "Top Law Firm in Hillsdale County, Hillsdale Daily News
2011
Family Law Certificate, Institute for Continuing Legal Education ICLE
2008
Probate & Estate Planning Certificate, Institute for Continuing Legal Education ICLE
2004
Trial Competition Champion, Ave Maria School of Law
2003
Academic Award, 4.00 gpa, Widener University School of Engineering
1978
Member, National Academic Honorary, Phi Kappa Phi, Univ. of Wyoming
1978
Graduated with Honors, University of Wyoming
1965
Hillsdale County Student of the Year, Hillsdale Daily News
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Professor, Math & Computer Sci, Olivet College
2005 - Present
Managing Partner, Poulson & Associates, PLLC
2006 - 2011
Adjunct Professor, Criminal Law, Hillsdale Campus, Jackson College
1998 - 2002
Director, Information Technology, Cranbrook Educational Community
1993 - 1996
Vice President, Olivet College
1979 - 1998
Executive Director, Contract Management, SCT / TSI / Collegis
Associations
2011 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan, Rules/Laws CommitteeMember
Hillsdale County Bar Association
Secretary
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Member, Software Engineer
American Legion
Member, Jonesville Post
State Bar of Michigan
Master Lawyers Section
2007 - 2014
Criminal Defense Attorneys of MichiganMember and Trial College Graduate
2005 - 2016
State Bar of MichiganFirst Circuit Representative to Assembly
Sample of Legal Cases
(Father v Mother
Won both legal and physical custody for father, including support.
(Mother v Father)
Won spousal support, major share of pension, physical custody, marital home, and child support for Mother of two.
People v (Client)
Not Guilty
People v (Client)
Not Guilty
Education
2015
ICLE Family Law Institute
Family Law Certificate
2011
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Graduate
2008
CDAM Trial College
Graduate
2007
CDAM Trial College
Graduate
2005
Ave Maria School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD)
2003
Widener University
Masters in Engineering
1978
University of Wyoming
Bachelor of Arts
1965
Pittsford High School
Co-Valedictorian
Speaking Engagements
2016
Senior Course
Computer Network Design
2015
Computer Science 360
Computer Architecture & Design
2011
Taught Introduction to Criminal Law
Criminal Law
2007
Introduction to Business Law
Business Law
2006
Introduction to Business Law
Business Law
Publications
2016
SADO / CDAM of Michigan
Impact of Self-Driving Cars on OWI Defense
2009
Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan publication
Spotlight on Barry F. Poulson
2004
Masters Thesis, Widener University
Anti-Terrorist Surveillance Systems
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do plea deals work if they can be broken?
11 Dec 2021
Q&A
I’m looking at 2 felonies of theft the plea offered is 9 months in county will I get out early?
28 Apr 2019
Q&A
Reporting Parole Violation Anonymously
16 Aug 2018
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Amended Michigan Law on False Pretenses effective January 1, 2012
24 Nov 2011
Legal Guide
Firearms and Medical Marijuana Use
02 Oct 2011