Craig W. Elhart

Craig W. Elhart

3.8
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 49 years

Family Lawyer at Traverse City, MI
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

329 S Union St, Traverse City, MI

About Craig

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 50%

I am a trial lawyer handling all matters of family law, including divorce, custody, and adoption. I also handle criminal law, driver's license appeals, and personal injury cases.

48 years | 1,000 cases

50%
Criminal Defense 40%

I work all areas of criminal defense from DUI, drugs, murder, assault, right down to misdemeanor cases.

48 years | 1,100 cases

40%
Personal Injury 10%

Personal injury cases have ranged from vehicle accidents, to slip and falls, premises liability, horseback riding accidents, dog bits, and negligence. Work involves dealing with insurance companies, experts, doctors, accident reconstructionists, investigators and opposing counsel.

48 years | 60 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 70-120 per hour

Contingency

33%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 49 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1976

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Elhart & Horvath, P.C.

329 S Union St, Traverse City, MI, 49684

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Craig W. Elhart's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.8 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 26 reviews

Posted by Annie | October 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The Man you can count on...

The first time I saw Craig in action was during mediation with my ex-husband and his attorney. I was broken, weak, anxious, tired, emotional and unarmed. We walked in and sat down and immediately Craig took charge. It was perfectly clear to everyone in the room who was running the show… And I will N...EVER forget it and always be grateful to have Craig Elhart represent on my behalf. I knew then, he was the Man. Through the years Craig has represented myself and my family on different occasions and has always come through, for which we all are grateful. My mantra from Craig is "Let go and let Craig" and I have used it more than once. Putting your life, or what feels like it, into someone else's hands is very vulnerable. Knowing Craig is in charge keeps me confident and I know my only job is to remember that no matter what, everything will be alright. He has taught me that law is not about emotion...the client is. His direct words to me were "law is about logic and doing the right thing all the time and win or lose, you can live with yourself." Well I'm here to tell you, if Craig can't win a case, no one can! Craig Elhart is a business man and a family man, professional, focused, confident, hospitable, calm and empathetic. As he is a man of few words, they are profound and purposeful, like it Warriors weapons for victory! I am always confident and self-assured knowing Craig is in my corner and I have learned to let him do his job because he's damn good at it!!! PS As I've read several of the reviews, I have noticed a few writers referencing that Mr. Elhart is hard to get in touch with… If I may, Craig is out defending the majority the of his days and Judy and the other ladies on his staff do an amazing job at answering questions, relaying important information and messages, which is assuring. And I am here to tell you, if you need to see him personally, he will ALWAYS make time for you!

Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Fantastic!

Amazing Lawyer and a fantastic team ! I believe Craig is the best Lawyer around he is straight forward , always prompt and never stops fighting for you ! I am blessed to have him as my lawyer to stand with me in court. I would not want anyone else by my side. Choose Elhart he's the best around !

Posted by Michael | September 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Animal & Dog Bites

Stand fast

I have a high standard in who and what I stand for and expect the same in someone who stands next to my child ! With that said,I can't say enough thanks to this firm for there stand fast approach to how they handled my son when he was bitten in the face by a very large dog .They all made us family ,a...nd like family dose they protected us and helped deliver a judgment that was fast and fair in a time when most don't care about what u went through, only what they can make for themselves! Not here not ever ,these people are family and take care of you as there own ! Thank you !!

Posted by Jennifer | September 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Respected

I have hired Craig a few times. The first case was a small claims case and the second case was more complex. Craig is professional, well respected in our community and surrounding areas, well educated & highly recommended. He is sweet, patient, quick witted but don't let that fool you, he ...fights like a bull dog. When the opposing party finds out you have hired Craig, they know immediately, you have hired the best. (If there is an opposing party) Having to appear in court, hire attorney's can seem intimidating to most of us, what I like about Craig is that he makes you feel like all be alright. I felt protected and secure each time. I never had to worry about anything, he just took care of it. Let me give you a quick example of what I mean: My last case was somewhat complex, and there were large sums of money being sought after. (The amount was large to me). I never once lost sleep, did not stress, did not talk about it, simply put I just was not worried about it after I hired Craig. The other party on the other hand, was stressed to the max, barely slept, gave up his Wed lunch meetings, gave up his weekly bike rides, basically he gave up a lot until this case was over. My point, you don't have to worry when you hire Craig. His entire team is amazing! I am so impressed with Craig that I have also now hired his firm to represent my two businesses. Every successful business should have an attorney on hand. Craig will be providing vital assistance in almost every aspect of my businesses, from compliance, formal business incorporation, potential liability issues, to some of the smaller tasks like drawing up simple forms that will essentially protect myself and my businesses. I trust Craig and highly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Horrible attorney

Hired this lawyer and he did not help and all he cares about is money he's a money hungry pig that don't care about ur case or wut happens with outcome just wants to receive the payment on the other side..was late to my first and only court apt with him and lost my case against a 17 year old girl wit...h no attorney not long after loosing this case he did not want to support my case anymore and only wanted payment!!!!

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Craig W. Elhart's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Glenn

Unknown lawyer | Mar 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ross Hickman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have the utmost respect for Craig's intelligence and ability. He is good at what he does."

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Gerald Chefalo

Family lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Elhart is a pillar of the legal community and is well respected by the bench and bar alike. He has mastered the Michigan Rules of Court and has made his mark in complex civil as well as criminal litigation. I highly endorse this lawyer for his ability in and out of the courtroom."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney and Owner, Craig W. Elhart, P.C.

Associations

1974 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Education

1974

Detroit College of Law

Juris Doctorate

Languages

English

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