Bruce Alan Block

Bruce Alan Block

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 33 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes, Appeals ... +2 more

1155 East Paris Ave SE Ste. 300, Grand Rapids, MI

About Bruce

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Providing competent and aggressive criminal defense to West Michigan persons charged with marijuana crimes, drug crimes, theft, and most criminal charges.

34 years

50%
Lawsuits and Disputes 20%

Civil litigation lawyer providing legal services to Western Michigan clients in business disputes and other civil matters.

34 years

20%
Appeals 10%

34 years

10%
Business 10%

34 years

10%
Expungement 10%

34 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 33 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1992

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Bruce Alan Block PLC

1155 East Paris Ave SE Ste. 300, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546

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Bruce Alan Block's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Drug Crime

Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2015 | Drug Crime

Never gave up

After being charged with use of marijuana, me and my family researched a lot of lawyers and decided to meet with Mr. Block. Mr block is no non sense lawyer who will tell you exactly what your in for and your best course of action. We'll Mr. Block made it very clear that 7411 was my best option, he a...lso made it clear that I had an open minded judge and he thought the police officer made an illegal stop. I decided to file for dismissal. after months of waiting, the judge was in the process of retiring and clearing his docket so it took 3 months and looked like we may have to start all over with a new judge, but I then got the call from Mr. Block that my case had been dismissed and the judge deemed the stop illegal. I can't thank Mr. Block and his team enough. The process was long but Mr. Block kept fighting for me and always kept me up to date on my case.

Posted by Chris | August 20, 2012 | Drug Crime

Bruce is an honest, upfront and well-connected attorney who gets results

Bruce handled my felony marijuana case very carefully throughout the 10 months it went on. He was always very up front with me about what the potential consequences were and what I would likely be facing. I felt very comfortable working with him (despite the high stress of my case) as he always maint...ained clear communications with me about what was taking place. Bruce was not only knowledgeable in the area of marijuana defense but he knew the majority of the people I was dealing with (Judges, prosecuting attorneys, arresting officer, drug enforcement teams, etc.). Bruce knew what my best options were even when my case looked as if it would go federal. It was the relationships Bruce has established throughout his career that helped me to broker a good deal despite all the craziness that occurred throughout my 10 month ordeal. Bruce helped me to get the charge dropped to a one year misdemeanor and got a first offender status on top of that (which means the conviction was set aside and will not even be put on my record as long as I successfully complete probation). My overall experience with Bruce was very positive and almost life changing as I not only get to keep my job because I’m not going to jail but will not even have a criminal record as a result. It was also very important for me to have an honest attorney who prepared me for the worst in the beginning but gave me the results in the end to continue my life with little inconvenience going forward. I never plan to go the route I did in the past again but will most definitely call Bruce if anything else ever comes up and I am in a legal bind.

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Bruce Alan Block's Lawyer Endorsements

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Terry Heiss

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Bruce for a number of years. He is an honest, hard working attorney who works hard for his clients."

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Howard Van Den Heuvel

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bruce is an experienced trial lawyer who knows how to litigate aggressively. Frankly, he is one of the best investments you will ever make. Bruce focuses on criminal, civil, and divorce matters, but can litigate anything with skill and precision."

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Renee Wagenaar

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Block is an extremely knowledgeable, competent attorney. Mr. Block works hard for his clients, and he is dedicated to obtaining the best results possible. I have a good deal of respect for Mr. Block, for his professionalism, and for his passion."

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Joel Brusk

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Associations

1992 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

1992 - Present

Grand Rapids Bar Association

Member

Education

1992

Wayne State University Law School

Juris Doctor

1988

Calvin College

BA

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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