Craig W. Elhart

Craig W. Elhart

3.9
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

3.9 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

He is the best!!!

Craig is my go to lawyer. I have hired him several times for both criminal and civil issues. Each time Craig has helped to calm my nerves and taken control of the situation. He fights to get you the best outcome and does not stop until he does. He is confident and respected, two great traits in an ...attorney. I refer him to everyone I know and they have never been disappointed.

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 | August 21, 2012 | Child Custody

Money well spent

My husband and I hired Craig to represent us for a custody case. My husband won physical custody of his daughters. This man walked into the court room and dominated it! He knows what he's doing. Although he's hard to get a hold of, his staff are very helpful. He charges $120/hr, but he dictates the h...ours he works, so expect to pay a large amount to hire him!

Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2009 | Divorce & Separation

Aggressive and Knowledgeable

Very aggressive for his clients. Craig attacks like a pitbull and a bone. He bites in and doesn't let go. Easy to work with, Craig helped me get through a divorce from hell. Before I got Craig, the other parties' attorney was offering garbage. Craig stepped in and got me more than I could hope f...or. Now I get to spend more time with my children. His law firm is the best in town.

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Craig W. Elhart's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Glenn

Unknown lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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