Michael D. Adams

Michael D. Adams

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Family

15 Ionia Ave Sw Ste 530, Grand Rapids, MI

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Misdemeanor and felony representations, including: Delivery manufacture of drugs, felonious assault and drunk driving.

19 years | 400 cases

50%
Juvenile Law 40%

Specialize in juvenile criminal defense

40%
Family 10%

Specialize in child custody matters.

19 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 18 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2007

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael D. Adams

15 Ionia Ave Sw Ste 530, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

Law Office of Michael David Adams PLLC

15 Ionia Ave SW, Suite 530, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503-4188

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Michael D. Adams's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lloyd | March 06, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Mr. Adams was great.

Mr. Adams represented my brother in some rather unfortunate circumstances. He was honest and upfront about the ramnifications of the charges and the potential penalties. Having never dealt with legal issues, my parents and I were very appreciative of his knowledge and abilities to answer our questi...ons, defend my brother, and mitigate our circumstances. I would strongly recommend Mr. Adams as he is na excellent attorney. Lloyd Reed

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Michael D. Adams's Lawyer Endorsements

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Clayton Wittman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mike for a few years. He is a great attorney who fights for his clients. I trust his character and integrity. I highly endorse Mr. Adams."

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Christina Mims

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Adams is an extremely skilled advocate and works hard to ensure that his clients' rights are protected. He is very level headed and a genuinely kind person who knows the law and can definitely get the job done when called upon to do so. He is not afraid to stand up for the clients he represents. I would trust him with any criminal legal matter!!"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Dana Carron

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Adams. He is a young, energetic, top qualified choice for criminal defense counsel in the Grand rapids Area."

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Brent Geers

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael Adams is dedicated to preserving people's rights and dignity. Myself and my clients have benefited from Mr. Adams' knowledge and expertise on complex criminal matters."

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Edward Lis

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer Before I retired as an assistant prosecutor Mike and I squared off on many cases. I found him to be an outstanding criminal defense attorney. He knows the law and is a strong advocate. God forbid if I needed a lawyer, Mike is who I would hire."

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Michael Liquigli

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportuniy to watch Mike in court and with clients. He is always well prepaired and knows the law. He is well respected by fellow attorneys and judges here in Grand Rapids. I would feel very confident in refering any of my clients to him for legal advice."

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Kelly Lambert

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known, worked with and consulted Mr. Adams a number of times throughout the past 5 years. He has always been competent and professional in all regards. I not only endorse him but I have entrusted him to handle cases for me when I have had scheduling conflicts. Mr. Adams can be trusted to meet your legal needs in a timely and professional manner."

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Amanda Mclittle

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would highly recommend Michael Adams as an attorney. Mr. Adams works really hard for his clients, is always honest, and charges very reasonable fees."

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Clayton Wittman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christina Mims

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Dana Carron

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Brent Geers

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Kortes

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Liquigli

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James Dimitriou

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kelly Lambert

General practice lawyer

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Edward Lis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Angela Ross

Family lawyer

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Amanda Mclittle

Estate planning lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2001

Honor Society, Phi Kappa Phi

2000

Honor Society, Gold Key National Honor Society

2000

Honor Society, Lambda Epsilon Chi

Work Experience

2009 - 2009

Associate, Law Offices of Kelly G Lambert III PC

Associations

2007 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

2024 - 2025

Grand Rapids Bar Association

President

2023 - 2024

Grand Rapids Bar Association

President-Elect

2022 - 2023

Grand Rapids Bar Association

Vice President

2016 - 2019

Grand Rapids Bar Association

Trustee

2011 - 2019

Floyd Skinner Bar Association

Education

2004

University of Toledo College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Eastern Michigan University

BS Cum Laude

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