Kelly G. Lambert III

Kelly G. Lambert III

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Bankruptcy & Debt ... +2 more

1444 Michigan Street NE, Suite 9, Grand Rapids, MI

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 35 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1990

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1989

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Kelly G Lambert III - Kent County

1444 Michigan Street NE, Suite 9, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

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Kelly G. Lambert III's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Professional and straight forward

My Lawyer knew his stuff. He let me know all my options and saved me a lot of heartache and pain by getting me out of a tough situation due to my lack of knowledge of what was actually available to me by law.

Posted by Jeremy | July 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Beyond Best of the best!!!

I consulted with another 4 letter firm in Grand rapids for a divorce attorney before Mr. Lambert's office. The other firm was a sad excuse for representation, despite constant advertising on the radio. I was recommended by a friend to Mr. Lambert's office as he had done an excellent job representin...g 2 of my friends I found out. As soon as I made my appointment for consultation I knew I was in better hands. When I arrived at The law office of Kelly Lambert III, I could tell first that I wouldn't be giving every paycheck to him as the office is not a downtown high rise, nor are there any fancy sport cars in the parking lot. Mrs. DrieSenga welcomed me as if I were family when I came in. She was well aware of the situation I was in, and that my life had become a storm. After consulting with Mr.Lambert we covered his completely upfront and honest contract. Yes, open, upfront, honest, and fair contact! Mr. Lambert treats his clients with utmost respect and is also aware of their brokenness, hardship, emotional rollercoaster, and everything else that goes with divorce. Just from the first time I met both Michelle and Kelly, I knew I was safe, my kids were safe, we were going to be protected and ok. From that point on my worries went to barely anything. They were simple questions and all I had to do was call or email. Communication is so great between this dynamic duo and their clients. I literally was not scared once, was prepared for things when needed, and not to mention received a much more favorable outcome than I would have trusted any other attorney office in Michigan to get me, especially the 4 letter one. To sum up my experience: Mrs. Driesenga Is the perfect match for Mr. Lambert and the clients they represent. She made sure I didn't miss court dates as they get moved all the time, helped me with all the humongous stacks of paperwork, filing, most of all, she can listen when you need a safe ear. Mr. Lambert is so knowledgeable, professional, experienced lawyer. There's no question he will be on your side with your best interest at hand the whole way through!! I recommend the law office of Kelly Lambert III to everyone I know and everyone I will meet and to anyone reading this. No regrets will be had by hiring them, AT ALL! They are the best of the best and then some!

Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2014 | Child Custody

Hire at Your Own Risk

I hired Kelly to represent me in a custody/child support case. He showed up late for every proceeding when he did show up. On two occasions he didn't show up at all. He refused to keep me updated about my case. Each time I called to find out the status of my pending case, he told his staff person... to tell me he was in a meeting. At one point I physically went to his office to get updated and he told me that he's busy and that if I keep bothering him he threatened to withdraw from my case. He held a conference call with the judge on my case without my consent. I asked to at least be present on the phone for the call. He refused. He held the phone conference with the judge and my ex-husband's lawyer. When I asked what the conversation was about he said the judge wants him to withdraw from my case and that the judge hates me. Then he withdrew from my case. After he withdrew from my case, I demanded my paperwork from my case. He refused to give it to me. He even accepted more paperwork after he withdrew from my case, and of course he did not forward it to me or my new attorney. Then Kelly sent me threatening emails. I still do not have my paperwork many months later and am strongly considering going to the state bar for help.

Kelly Lambert

Replied last December 17, 2014

This firm represented the Reviewer in a custody dispute in 2011. We were her third or fourth attorney that she hired and/or consulted with. We won her case and she kept custody. After we were no longer her attorney, she lost custody after disregarding our advice. We advised her that she was facing parental kidnapping charges if she continued her actions. She did, and charges were brought. Reviewer filed more than one grievance with the State Bar of Michigan against her prior attorney(s) and the Judge in her case. All of the grievances she filed were thrown out. Reviewer herself is a licensed Michigan and Illinois attorney and is familiar with how this process works. This firm terminated Reviewer as a client after she submitted frivolous official documents to the court under this firm's name without prior knowledge or consent of this office. She attempted to commit fraud by utilizing this firms' name and hiding behind it. Fortunately, the Judge, knowing the Reviewer and knowing the quality of representation that this firm provides its clients detected the fraud and contacted this office to discuss the same. This is the meeting the Reviewer refers to that she was not permitted to attend by mandate of the Judge. Now, two years after completion of her case Reviewer is again demanding a copy of her file which was previously provided to her in fall 2011, and she submits slanderous reviews filled with outright lies. Normally, we do not bother responding to reviews; however, when the reviews are blatantly false, we have no choice but to respond. Further, everything herein is a matter of public record. If you have any further concerns or questions regarding this case, you may acquire the complete public legal file at the Kent County Circuit Court located at 180 Ottawa NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. This file contains complete copies of all the public pleadings filed in this case together with our request to withdraw as Reviewer's attorney and the Order granting the same for the reasons set forth above. Please contact us if you would like the corresponding case number to review the court file.

Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Save Your Money

Seemed very knowledgeable and nice at first but, failed to keep me informed about court proceedings. Showed up minutes before court proceedings sometimes late. Charged me a flat rate and allowed me to make a payment arrangement so I guess I got what I paid for. Wouldn't recommend if your case is comp...lex or requires real leg work by an attorney.

Posted by John | June 05, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Don't Start None, It Won't Be None

I came to attorney Kelly G. Lambert III, because my son was set up by some co-workers at his job. One of them being an ex girlfriend of his. Police was called to investigate and upon talking to each lady, each one giving a different story to the police, the police told my son that he had nothing to ...worry about that he was closing the case. My son later found out that the police turned the case over to the prosecutor. Mr. Lambert had told us up front what all my son might have to go through. Mr. Lambert went through the the police report and noted all the inconsistencies and lies and was able to get the prosecutor to drop the case. Mr. Lambert did a great job. My son is in his early 20's and did not need a criminal record just cause he broke up with a woman.

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Kelly G. Lambert III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Howard Lewis

Family lawyer | Jun 21

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."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Azin Arbab

Immigration lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Other

"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."

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Charles Kronzek

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Lambert is a highly respected, aggressive advocate for his clients. He is a winner! I recommend and endorse him."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Geller

Unknown lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kelly. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Sean Cleary

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Brandy Ramsay

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Dana Carron

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

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."

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Courtney Quist

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Timothy Vanderweert

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've referred clients to Kelly in the past. He has a well-deserved reputation as an excellent DUI attorney. I recommend him highly."

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Andrew Ellis

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kelly. He is well respected in the community for his knowledge, experience and integrity."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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David Carter

General practice lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Robert Harris

General practice lawyer | Nov 09

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."

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Michael Adams

General practice lawyer | Jan 29

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."

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James Dimitriou

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Martin Holmes

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Howard Lewis

Family lawyer

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Jonathan Minkus

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Liquigli

General practice lawyer

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Christian Lassen

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Andrew Ellis

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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David Carter

Family lawyer

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Robert Harris

Criminal defense lawyer

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Catherine Jacobs

Elder law lawyer

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Mary Cohn

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Robert Champion

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Adams

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Dimitriou

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top Contributor, AVVO

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National Merit Scholar, National Merit Scholarship Organization

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Scholarship recipient, State of Michigan Competitive Scholarship

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Scholarship Recipient, American Legion

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Attorney - Owner, Law Offices of Kelly G Lambert III

1995 - 1997

Office Manager, Construction Trades Subcontracting

1990 - 1995

Attorney, Law Weathers

1989 - 1990

Attorney, Rosenman & Colin

1985 - 1985

Law Clerk, Rosenbaum, Clarke, Foster & Tarpinian

Associations

2005 - Present

Living Word Christian Church

Trustee

1990 - Present

Michigan Bar Association

Grand Rapids Community College Business Advisory Board

Member

Legal Assistance Center

Guiding Light Mission

Board Member

1985 - 1988

Black Law Student Alliance Chapter

National/Regional Liason Officer

Family Law Project Clinic

Sample of Legal Cases

CSC case facing life sentence

Negotiated 9 month sentence

CSC case facing 15 yr sentence

All charges dismissed

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Education

1988

University of Michigan Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Church service

Gifts of the Spirit

Publications

1993

Grand Rapids Times Legal Writer

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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