Charles E. Chamberlain Jr.

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Charles E. Chamberlain Jr.

also known as Chip Chamberlain

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 76 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Litigation, Ethics & Professional Responsibility

300 Ottawa Avenue NW, Suite 810, Grand Rapids, MI

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About Charles

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

45 years

50%
Federal Crime 30%

30%
Litigation 15%

40 years

15%
Ethics and Professional Responsibility 5%

35 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 44 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1981

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 76 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1949

Former Member

No misconduct found

Location

Willey & Chamberlain LLP

300 Ottawa Avenue NW, Suite 810, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503-2304

www.willeychamberlain.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Charles online.

Charles E. Chamberlain Jr.'s Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

1 Client Review

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Posted by John | May 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional lawyer and person

I have retained Chip's services in two separate occasions and absolutely recommend him. He is an experienced, ethical and dedicated attorney for his clients. However, even more importantly, he is supportive and listens. In addition, the entire staff at Wiley & Chamberlain is an asset to clients. Whi...le I hope to never need his services again, I know if I do I am in exceptional hands. Chip will fight for his clients and work tirelessly for a positive outcome.

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Charles E. Chamberlain Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Britt Cobb

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter VanGelderen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Having the opportunity to work closely with Chip on numerous cases, I have seen the skill and attention he gives every client and the effort he puts forth to get the best possible result. His knowledge of the law allows for effective advocacy on many issues for his clients in both state and federal court. In addition, he is one of the most highly-regarded defense attorneys in West Michigan."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Charles. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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James Dimitriou

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chip is very hard working, knowledgeable and dedicated to his clients"

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Gerald Stahl

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chip is an extremely talented criminal defense lawyer. He considered one of the best federal criminal defense lawyers in Michigan. I have referred him clients. I highly recommend this lawyer."

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Gerald Lykins

Criminal defense lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Chip is one of the best criminal attorneys in Grand Rapids. I would recommend Chip and his firm to anyone looking to hire an attorney in a criminal defense matter."

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Callista Gloss

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have had the opportunity of working with Mr. Chamberlain and highly recommend him. He is one of the most knowledgeable and hard-working criminal defense attorneys in the area."

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Matthew Borgula

Criminal defense lawyer

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Britt Cobb

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey West

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gerald Stahl

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gerald Lykins

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Richard Zambon

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

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2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

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2016

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2015

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2014

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2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

President, Grand Rapids Bar Association

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Listed, SuperLawyers

2001

Fellow, Michigan State Bar Foundation

2000

Listed, Best Lawyer in America

1999

Fellow, American Bar Foundation

1997

President, Federal Bar Association, West Michigan Chapter

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Partner, Willey & Chamberlain LLP

1990 - 1996

Partner, Farr & Oosterhouse PC

1987 - 1990

Associate, Farr & Oosterhouse PC

1983 - 1987

Assistant United States Attorney, U.S. Department of Justice

1981 - 1983

Law Clerk, U.S. District Court

Associations

1992 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

1992 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1983 - Present

Federal Bar Association

1981 - Present

American Bar Association

1981 - Present

Grand Rapids Bar Association

1981 - Present

Virginia State Bar

1981 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

2009 - 2009

Grand Rapids Bar Association

Past President

1997 - 1997

Federal Bar Association (Western District of Michigan chapter)

Past President

Education

1981

William & Mary Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

Duke University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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