Experienced attorney representing criminal, bankruptcy & family law clients throughout West Michigan
Kelly was born in Omaha, Nebraska and graduated from Ottawa Hills High School in Grand Rapids. In 1985 he received his Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Michigan State University where he was a National Merit Scholar. In December 1988, he received his law degree from University of Michigan Law School where he was the recipient of the Wolverine State Bar Association Scholarship. In 1989, Kelly was licensed to practice law in New York. In 1990 he was admitted to practice law in Michigan. He was admitted to practice in the US District Court for Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan in 1990 and 2009, respectively.
Actively involved in community orginazations for years, Kelly has worked with the Clinic for Child Advocacy and a board member for United Way Justice Committe. He has also been a legal writer for Grand Rapids Times, volunteers for neighborhood associations and election campaign committees, served on the Grand Rapids Community College Business Advisory Board, served as Trustee for Living Word Church and board member for Guiding Light Missions.
Prior to his legal career, Mr. Lambert worked at the Pentagon for the Secretary of the Air Force.
Practice areas
Languages spoken
Spanish, English
Law Offices of Kelly G Lambert III - Kent County
1444 Michigan Street NE
Suite 9
Grand Rapids, MI, 49503
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MI | Active And In Good Standing | 1990 | 12/27/2020 |
NY | Resigned | 1989 | 12/09/2020 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2021 |
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2020 |
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
Top Contributor | AVVO | 2013 |
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National Merit Scholar | National Merit Scholarship Organization | N/A |
Scholarship recipient | State of Michigan Competitive Scholarship | N/A |
Scholarship Recipient | American Legion | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney - Owner | Law Offices of Kelly G Lambert III | 1997 - Present |
Office Manager | Construction Trades Subcontracting | 1995 - 1997 |
Attorney | Law Weathers | 1990 - 1995 |
Attorney | Rosenman & Colin | 1989 - 1990 |
Law Clerk | Rosenbaum, Clarke, Foster & Tarpinian | 1985 - 1985 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Living Word Christian Church | Trustee | 2005 - Present |
Michigan Bar Association | N/A | 1990 - Present |
Grand Rapids Community College Business Advisory Board | Member | N/A |
Legal Assistance Center | N/A | N/A |
Guiding Light Mission | Board Member | N/A |
Black Law Student Alliance Chapter | National/Regional Liason Officer | 1985 - 1988 |
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Family Law Project Clinic | N/A | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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MLive | Doctor Sentenced on Marijuana Case | 2015 |
Michigan News | CSC facing life in prison, accepts plea with 20 month cap | 2014 |
Grand Rapids Press | Some Family Memebers Upset With Plea Bargin | 2009 |
Grand Rapids Press | Rape Charges Dropped Against Immigrant Teens | 2008 |
Grand Rapids Times | Legal Writer | 1993 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Michigan Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1988 |
Michigan State University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1985 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Church service | Gifts of the Spirit | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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CSC case facing life sentence | Negotiated 9 month sentence |
CSC case facing 15 yr sentence | All charges dismissed |
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Howard Lewis, Family Attorney on Jun 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Lambert is one of the finest attorneys in his state, he is a credit to the legal profession and I highly recommend his legal services.
I endorse this lawyer.
Azin Arbab, Immigration Attorney on Dec 20, 2014
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I endorse Mr. Lambert. He demonstrates an impressive knowledge of the law based on his accurate legal answers on Avvo. He is an asset to the legal field and respected by colleagues.
Charles Kronzek, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 18, 2014
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Mr. Lambert is a highly respected, aggressive advocate for his clients. He is a winner! I recommend and endorse him.
Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
I endorse Kelly. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
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I endorse Kelly. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Sean Cleary, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on May 19, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.
Brandy Ramsay, Family Attorney on May 6, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
John O'Brien, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 11, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.
Dana Carron, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Attorney Lambert. He is a hard-working, experienced, top qualified choice for criminal defense counsel in the Grand Rapids area.
Courtney Quist, Family Attorney on Jan 16, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Kelly many times over the years. He is professional, reasonable, and knows the law. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a friend.
Timothy Vanderweert, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 23, 2013
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I've referred clients to Kelly in the past. He has a well-deserved reputation as an excellent DUI attorney. I recommend him highly.
Andrew Ellis, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Dec 20, 2013
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I endorse Kelly. He is well respected in the community for his knowledge, experience and integrity.
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
David Carter, General practice Attorney on Nov 13, 2013
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If you want to know how good a lawyer is you can read some of his many well written and published answers to questions on Avvo.com. Or you can read the praise that his former clients publicly give him. Or you can see the recommendations that other lawyers write about him because they respect his legal abilities and his willingness to fight for his clients. You can also check out his web site for the useful information there too. When you do all that, you will see exactly why I gladly endorse Mr. Kelly Lambert. He knows the law, he explains it well for folks who need help, and he cares about his clients. If you have a legal question and his office is anywhere near you, he is your answer. I recommend him to you.
Robert Harris, General practice Attorney on Nov 9, 2013
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. He gives great insightful answers which show his concern for his clients. I'd recommend him to my family members without reservation.
Michael Adams, General practice Attorney on Jan 29, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. I was formerly an associate attorney in Mr. Lambert's office and had the opportunity to work with him on a variety of matters. Mr. Lambert is thorough, meticulous and has a keen eye for detail. He is professional and truly cares about his clients and works to achieve the most paramount outcome for all of the cases that he is hired to take on.
James Dimitriou, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 16, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.