James B. Howard

James B. Howard

4.6
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 51 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Juvenile, DUI & DWI

200 Division Ave N, Grand Rapids, MI

About James

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 30%

52 years

30%
DUI and DWI 10%

52 years

10%
Juvenile Law 10%

29 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 51 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1974

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of James B. Howard

200 Division Ave N, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

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James B. Howard's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dan | August 26, 2014 | Criminal Defense

My Attorney For Life

Mr. Howard has been my lawyer on a few cases in the past few years. He is a fantastic attorney and I would recommend him to anyone who is in need of honest, friendly, and professional help. He really cared about me and took concern over me and my case. I was looking at almost certain jail time on the... case he took for me last year but with his wonderful help I ended up only paying a $300 fine. He gave me honest expectations for my case, gave me excellent council, and showed concern for my personal well being. I trust Mr. Howard and know that he is always a great source of wisdom and advice. He is the lawyer I will always use if needed in the future! He is like a friend.

Posted by Paul | December 14, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Mr. Howard handled my divorce

Mr. Howard handled my divorce for me. He is a true professional. I was always informed of my rights and allowed to make the choices that I felt were best for my situation. At no time did I ever feel that he didn't have my best interest in mind. Everything was handled in a professional and timely mann...er and with dignity and respect. Jim is a true credit to the legal profession and I would gladly recommend him to anyone without hesitation!

Posted by Mike | November 19, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Job Well Done

Charged with assault, I was referred to Mr. Howard by a family friend. Mr. Howard meet with me and my parents. He listened, advised and encouraged. Very down to earth and non judgmental. Mr. Howard was very accessible, he explained each and every step and was present at each court appearance. I... liked the fact that he saw me for the individual that I was and went to work for my well being. His knowledge of the law has allowed me to receive a sentence that in the end will not affect me in the future and will result in a clean slate after completing my probation period.

Posted by Phil | October 09, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

My divorce attorney

Jim was very helpful, and I greatly appreciated his wise counsel. He helped me to negotiate my divorce settlement with dignity and respect. I will recommend him whenever I have an opportunity to do so.

Posted by anonymous | September 16, 2012 | Criminal Defense

James B. Howard review

Mr. Howard is an excellent lawyer. His advice was sound and he got me out of a lot of the trouble I should have been in. More so, he cared whether or not I was taking the steps to improve my life and behavior, to make sure I wouldn't be getting into any more legal trouble. As a former judge he knows ...the ropes, and did his very best and I can honestly say he's one, if not the, best lawyer in the area.

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Work Experience

1989 - 1990

61st District Court Judge, City of Grand Rapids

Education

1974

University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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