James Joseph Kiebel

James Joseph Kiebel

4.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 13 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Family, Criminal Defense

312 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023
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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 13 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2012

License Revoked

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

Kiebel Law Office, PLC

312 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

Kiebel Law Office, PLC

2675 44th Street SW, Wyoming, MI, 49519

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James Joseph Kiebel's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Family

Posted by anonymous | May 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Knows nothing about Family Law

Attorney Keibler is a very poor Family Law attorney. Not only did he not even remember my sons name half the time, he was completely unprepared for trial. He failed to even read the FOC review and ended up costing me any type of custody in my sons case. I got a phone call literally on my way to th...e court house and he told me that he didn’t “notice” something mentioned in the review and how he thought he might lose the case. In addition to being unprepared, he was a terrible advisor of law. As someone who has never had any experience with family law, I expected to be coached on the best way to proceed with my custody case and all the things I could have done to strengthen my position. I changed lawyers after the trial and my lawyer now has proceeded the point out all the ways that he misrepresented me and cost me precious time with my son. Now that it is over and I have a much better attorney, I realized how much he truly did not care about me or my son. I hope this review helps someone else. Please do not use James for any type of Family Law.

Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2019 | Family

Be careful who you hire.

I hired him to take care of my divorce. At first everything was fine but then......He would never return my calls answer emails etc. I had a court date that I found out about a week after it happened which he didn't even show up. All he said was "it was Adjourned " I asked him for copies of the paper...work he had filed and returned with I need a letter stating you do not want me as your lawyer. The paperwork he filed was wrong so the judge threw it out, I sent him paperwork he needed has yet to return it. He failed to inform me of court dates that and he assured me he was keeping track of my case. This last one he showed up and told the judge that he had no communication with me and he wanted to be removed from the case. I don't know why he decided to not care about my case like others on here but it disappointing since I live out of state I trusted this guy to take care of my divorce which involves a child.

Posted by Andy | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Very Professional

Mr. Kiebel is very professional and is a great lawyer. He offers excellent advice when I need it and fully understands family law and estate planning.

Posted by Brian | August 15, 2012 | Family

EXCELLENT ATTORNEY

Jim handled my case as professionally as possilbe. My ex had started the case by getting some orders without my knowledge and before the end of the following week they had been removed. I have used many attorneys and none of them kept me as informed as Jim did throughout the process. Thank You Mr. Ki...ebel

Posted by Tom | June 20, 2012 | Family

Very Satisfied

James is an old fashioned attorney. He kept me informed start to finish regaurding my case both a criminal and family law case. All I can say is his prices were fair and work was outstanding!!!!!!!!!

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James Joseph Kiebel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Andre' Dennis

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James Kiebel. Having known James since law school, I can speak first hand about his passion for law and helping others. When a client hires James Kiebel they not only get an excellent attorney, they get someone who will fight until end."

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William Failey

Family lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jim Kiebel. He is a very good attorney and from my experience he is very responsive and cares a great deal about his clients."

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Ryan Maesen

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great hard working attorney who is willing to go the extra mile for his clients."

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Shawn Haff

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kiebel is a fighter and has gotten great results for numerous clients. He is friendly, easy to work with but won't back down until his clients get the best results possible."

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Almir Hot

Unknown lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known James since law school and he is a caring, compassionate, and aggressive attorney."

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Kyle Worby

Unknown lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of attending law school with James. He is a hard-working lawyer who is dedicated to his clients' success. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to my friends and family."

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David DeGard

Unknown lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Kiebel for a few years now. His dedication to the legal field and his client's needs never cease to amaze me. I endorse this lawyer."

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John Nelson

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Throughout the years that I have known James, he is an extremely hardworking and intelligent individual. He listen and understands his client's needs. Moreover, he fights for his clients as if his own life was on the line. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Disbarment issued in MI, 2023

updated on 12/14/2023

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the State Bar of Michigan to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Honors

2011

Certificate of Merit in Criminal Defense/Sentencing, Thomas M. Cooley Law School

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Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

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Best Lawyer, Expertise

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Managing Partner, Kiebel Law Office, PLC

Associations

2012 - Present

Grand Rapids Bar Association

2012 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Education

2011

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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