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Kelly G. Lambert III
About Kelly
Biography
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.
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Licensed in Michigan for 35 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 36 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1989
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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Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Great attorney
He was amazing! He took on 4 cases for me...a medical case, custody, a civil case and child support. He one all of them. With cases..it won't go as fast as you would like it...however I got the results I was looking for. I have recommended him many times! Kelly is very dependable...you can count o...
Posted by Sharon | January 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Awesome attorney
I’ve know Kelly for over 15 years, he is the ONLY attorney I will ever use. His rates are fair, he does a wonderful job & explains things as we go. He handled my divorce & guardian ship cases in a very timely & professional manner. Thank you Kelly
Posted by Dianna | June 29, 2014 | Criminal Defense
"He is Worth Every Cent"!!!
Mr. Lambert is the epitome of a great defense attorney who will be the advocate on behalf of his client to ensure that he or she will be treated fairly in a time that it matters the most. I hired Mr. Lambert to defend my husband who was awaiting a one to thirty year sentence with three charges for po...
Posted by nikole | November 11, 2013 | Family
termination
We used Kelly in what turned out to be a three year battle to terminated the rights of my ex-husband and have my current husband adopt my girls. My previous lawyer was less than satisfactory which led me to a search online for Kelly. Kelly's office was in a different county than where we appeared in ...
Posted by Richard | January 30, 2013 | Child Custody
Child Custody/Summons & Complaint
Kelly represented me in a couple of child custody cases & he represented me quite well. Before the actual court date, he went over some valuable information that was very helpful, & walked me through what will happen if it ever went to trial. When time to appear in court, he was on time, & the end r...
Kelly G. Lambert III's Lawyer Endorsements
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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."
"I've referred clients to Kelly in the past. He has a well-deserved reputation as an excellent DUI attorney. I recommend him highly."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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Experience
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 ChurchTrustee
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 ChapterNational/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
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
2015
2014
2009
Grand Rapids Press
Some Family Memebers Upset With Plea Bargin
2008
Grand Rapids Press
Rape Charges Dropped Against Immigrant Teens
1993
Grand Rapids Times
Legal Writer
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
DIVORCE ISSUES
24 Jun 2020
Q&A
Husband removed all access to money, changed direct deposit to a personal account.
24 Jun 2020
Q&A
Do it yourself divorce without any disagreements and minor child born during marriage?
24 Jun 2020