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Joel S. Whetstone

5.0
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 54 years

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

146 Monroe Center St NW Ste 1100, Grand Rapids, MI

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Licensed in Michigan for 54 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1971

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Joel S. Whetstone PC

146 Monroe Center St NW Ste 1100, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503-2836

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Posted by Paul | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Joel is an AWESOME Lawyer!!!

I hired Joel in January 2001 because of my DUI arrest in December of 2000. Joel immediately took charge and had it listed as a 1st offense with no jail time (even though I had a DUI in 1997). This was good because 3 months later I got another DUI. He got this one down to a misdemeanor also with n...o jail time. I hired him again this year to try to get my license reinstated. He walked me through the process, gave me excellent advice, and coached me on what to expect at the hearing. He was very professional in representing me at the hearing and I am thrilled! For the first time in 16 years I will have a driver's license because of his representation! He also provided me with all of the information necessary on getting a blow box and even gave me a coupon to reduce the cost. I HIGHLY recommend Joel to anyone who wants a professional with the legal savvy to get things done for his clients! Thank you Joel!

Posted by Rosalyn | June 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I highly recommend this attorney

As a Master Level Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Master Addiction Counselor and Certified Nutritional Consultant in Grand Rapids, Michigan, I work professionally with a variety of attorneys. My association with Joel Whetstone includes sending him client referrals, as well as having hi...m represent a family member. His over 30 years of experience has allowed him to form helpful relationships with court personnel and prosecutors. My family and the clients I have referred are extremely appreciative of his legal expertise and he will continue to receive our referrals. His office staff is experienced and easy to work with and I have only positive things to say.

Posted by Rachelle | June 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

My criminal defense attorney

Our family has known Joel S. Whetstone for over 30 years.Several family members have used his services , and we have referred many friends and business and social acquaintances to him as well (over 50). They have all told us they were treated well and were very satisfied with the service they ...received. We and they are all pleased with how Mr, Whetstone's office staff related to us, quickly and answered any and all questions ,and were particularly pleased with the results in the various courts of West Michigan. We could all tell that Mr. Whetstone knows the law . We could all tell that Mr. Whetstone , knows the law, and has personal relationships with judges, prosecutors, and court employees. Our family will continue to use Mr Whetstone if any further legal matters come up and we strongly recommend him to any readers of this statement. Rich and Rachelle

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