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If you have been charged with a criminal offense or are being investigated by the police, you need information about your case immediately. Attorney Raymond Purdy has the experience you can trust to handle your important criminal defense matters. He will take your call right way and help you to understand your individual circumstances and what you can expect from the criminal justice system. His practice focuses on criminal trial matters including:
Former Assistant Prosecutor
Ray Purdy served as an assistant prosecutor and knows how the prosecutors think in processing your case. This is a crucial difference when you are considering the substantial decision to retain an attorney to handle your case. A former prosecutor can diagnose how your case will be handled, what your charges will be, and how to defend against any tactics that will be employed by the State. Take advantage of this experience and call The Law Offices of Raymond A. Purdy today for all your criminal defense needs.
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Acquired: 1987
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821 W Savidge St, Spring Lake, MI, 49456-1624
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Posted by Haley | June 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Raymond Purdy was a God send in a very traumatic time for me. This was my first offense of any kind and I had no idea what to expect and Ray was a calming, secure presence to have by my side. He truly showed care for me as an individual and reassured me consistently that things were going to be ok. H...
Posted by Danielle | January 8, 2022 | Hired Attorney
My Dad found him online while looking for someone to represent me going to court. I needed someone who was very experienced and had a great deal of knowledge regarding misdemeanors. Without his expertise there would have been a very high probability I would have had 6 months probation. He negotiated ...
Posted by Brynn | November 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Purdy did an amazing job on my case. I am from Illinois and was charged with my second MIP in Michigan resulting in a misdemeanor charge. Mr. Purdy worked with the prosecutor to change the misdemeanor charge to a non-reporting civil infraction with no probation. If it was not for Mr. Purdy, I ...
Posted by anonymous | October 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Purdy did an excellent job on my case. He went over everything with me during every step of the process and kept me informed. He is knowledgeable and familiar with individuals in the local court system. This knowledge helped in achieving the best result possible.
Posted by Jennifer | July 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Purdy went above and beyond to take care of our case during the pandemic. It was not easy as many federal buildings and courts were shut down. Mr. Purdy worked hard for us, was a great communicator and is very professional. I would highly recommend Mr. Purdy!
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Criminal defense lawyer
2019
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Top Lawyers, Global Who's Who
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top Lawyers, Who's Who Lawyers
2007 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Raymond A Purdy PLLC
2000 - 2005
Prosecuting Attorney, United States Attorney's Office Western District Of Michigan
1995 - 1996
Professor, Michigan State Law School
1987 - 2007
Assistant Prosecutor, Ingham County Prosecutor's Office
1986 - 1992
Professor, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
1984 - 2007
Criminal Law Instructor, Mid Michigan Police Academy
1980 - 1990
Criminal Law Professor, Lansing Community College
2007 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorneys of MichiganMember
2007 - Present
Ottawa County Bar AssociationMember
1987 - Present
Michigan Criminal Law SectionMember
1987 - Present
Ingham County Bar AssociationMember
1986 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2000 - 2007
Ingham County Concealed Weapons BoardChairman
1988 - 2007
Prosecuting Attorneys Association of MichiganMember
1987 - 1988
Criminal Defense Attorneys of MichiganMember
1987
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
MA - Masters of Arts
1976
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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