Thomas B. Baynton

Thomas B. Baynton

also known as Law Office of Thomas Baynton PLLC

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

1444 Michigan NE, Ste 9, Grand Rapids, MI

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

I handle all felonies and misdemeanors covering all of western michigan. I have been sucessful defending all crimes from attempted murder to drug crimes to sex crimes.

31 years | 1,000 cases

40%
Divorce and Separation 30%

All facets of Family Law

30%
DUI and DWI 20%

Operating While Intoxicated, Operating While Visibly Impaired, Operating under the influence of drugs, Zero Tolerance (under 21 years old), "Super Drunk Driving" (BAL ,17 and over);

31 years | 200 cases

20%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 10%

Stop creditor harassment. Stop garnishments, repossessions, and lawsuits. Chapter 7 Bankruptcy liquidates your debts and gives you the fresh start you need and may be entitled to under federal bankruptcy law.

27 years | 500 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 31 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1995

Active in Good Standing

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Location

Law Office of THomas Baynton PLLC

1444 Michigan NE, Ste 9, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

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Thomas B. Baynton's Reviews

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8 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 03, 2011 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Thomas Baynton - Bankruptcy

Tom handled our chap 13 and then our conversion to a chap 7. Tom gives it to you straight and offers good advice. He was very helpful in guiding us through a tough process. I would highly recommend him to anyone considering bankruptcy.

Posted by Dennis | September 14, 2011 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Tom helped me!!!

I had a very difficult situation financially. With over 250,000 dollars of debt, I had no choice but to file bankruptcy and start over. Tom helped me through one of the most difficult times in my life. In a matter of weeks he had the paperwork handled and the filing had been done. All of the debt col...lector calls ceased and in 90 days I had been discharged of all the debt I had accumulated over 12 years. Thanks to Tom Baynton I am able to start over new and not worry anymore.

Posted by Matt B | June 30, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Changed my life

Tom is a fantastic lawyer... He was gracious enough to accept my case, and from day 1 was helpful, realistic, and honest. I have had friends who told me their lawyers didn't prepare them for what was going to happen, and really made the process sound easy... Tom is not that lawyer, he is 100 percent ...honest about what to expect, and really is on your side but wants to help get you ready for your trial. I appreciated his honesty, because as a young person, I was unaware of what was going on, and the true ramifications of my actions. Tom helped me to get through my case, and get a really great verdict.... I have to be frank, he really challenged me to think why I did what I did, and how it affects people.. and from their I went on to change my life! He really helped my realize I couldn't keep living the way I was, and that I needed to be more. I cannot tell you enough good things about Tom, and his service, and truly from the bottom of my heart, I owe him for changing my life. One piece of advice, if you are going to use Tom be prepared for honest reality... he is not a lawyer who promises you everything and delivers little... he is truthful and honest, and really helps you get prepared for your case.

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Thomas B. Baynton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paul Youngs

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is sharp. I roomed with him at trial college, and I am on a few list serves with him. He always "direct lines" any legal scenario right to the controlling issues, and is able to formulate the arguments for both sides, and of course, why his side should win!... Highest recommendation."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Evan Pierce-Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Baynton on a criminal matter that had pieces in Michigan and in Texas. I found Mr. Baynton to be extremely professional and effective. It is a pleasure ot endorse him."

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Keeley Blanchard

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Tom at the 2010 Trial College put on by the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan. Tom is an incredibly talented attorney who clearly cares deeply for his clients. He has the skills and talent to take both civil and criminal cases to trial, and win."

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Shannon Smith

Unknown lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Thomas Baynton is a fabulous lawyer who goes the extra mile for his clients. Thomas and I know each other through extensive training we have participated in together through the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan. His trial skills impress me and I would not hesitate to send clients to Thomas. Not only are his trial skills top notch, but the level of compassion he shows for his clients is tremendous."

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Jeffrey Portko

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I know him and his work. He is very experienced, qualified and affordable."

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Evan Pierce-Jones

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Kortes

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paul Youngs

Criminal defense lawyer

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Marshall Tauber

Criminal defense lawyer

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Keeley Blanchard

Criminal defense lawyer

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Shannon Smith

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Portko

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2010

Trial College, Advanced Track, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

2007

Trial College, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

2005

Wall of Tolerance, National Campaign for Tolerance

1990

American Jurisprudence Award-Criminal Procedure, LCP BW

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Thomas Baynton

Associations

2010 - Present

Debtors Bar of West Michigan

Member

1995 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

2009 - 2014

Better Business Bureau of West Michigan

member A+ rated

2008 - 2010

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Sample of Legal Cases

Chapter 13 case

Husband lost job and case was converted to Chapter 7. Client's had almost paid off the vehicles, the arrears on the mortgages were caught up, and all unsecured debt will be discharged.

Criminal case

case dismissed

Domestic Violence Case

Both domestic violence case and PPO were dismissed.

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Education

1991

University of Detroit

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Grand Valley State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

2001

Battle Creek Enquirer Not guilty-Poisoning

Languages

English

Activity

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