Jesse Latta Williams

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Jesse Latta Williams

also known as Jesse L. Williams Law & Advocacy Center

4.9
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Traverse City, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime

125 S Park St., Suite 290, Traverse City, MI

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About Jesse

Biography

First class criminal defense attorney who gets results! Call for a consultation.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Simply being accused of a crime can change your life. The penalties of a conviction can haunt you for years after you’ve served your sentence and may affect what kinds of jobs you’re able to obtain and even where you’re allowed to live. Call now.

60%
DUI and DWI 20%

Are facing jail time as the result of multiple drunk driving convictions? Did you lose your license after being charged with DUI? Attorney Williams will work hard to help you avoid jail, keep your license and keep all charges off your record.

20%
Sex Crime 20%

Attorney Williams provides effective legal counsel and civil court representation for victims of sexual assault. He seeks fair settlements in claims involving inadequate security and other workplace issues.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 19 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2006

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Jesse L. Williams, PLLC

125 S Park St., Suite 290, Traverse City, MI, 49684

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Online Presence

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Jesse Latta Williams's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

105 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 105 reviews

Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Excellent

Mr. Williams was informed, reassuring, and direct. I could really tell he cared about my future and was going to work hard for the best outcome possible. Very grateful for his services!

Posted by John | August 01, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Professionalism, Responsive, Comforting

Jesse Williams helped us and kept in contact all through the process. He kept us informed and reassured us as he represented us against the TC police Department. You will not find a better person to help and defend you! Thank you Jesse for all you did for us.

Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

Down to earth and efficient

I could not have been happier with Jesse's defense of my son in a CSC case; I only wished I would have called sooner. Jesse immediately calmed my fears, put up with my tears, and got to work getting my son into a position to get on with his life. Jesse's communications were short and sweet valuin...g my time and his. He asked what outcome we wanted and worked toward that goal. He spoke to my son at his level - he didn't mince words. He is a no-nonsense sort of guy; definitely of the people. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Christopher | July 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Would highly recommend

A couple of years ago I got pulled over for an OWI is which I did not think was fair as I only had had two beers at the time and was on my way home after contacting Jesse Williams he assured me that I would be able to keep my license in the end we just had to figure out the logistics of the case even... though the process took a couple years to go through because we had to wait for a prior charge to drop off my record Jesse did everything that he said that he would do I was very happy with how things went and I would recommend him to anyone that goes through this kind of Court situation.

Posted by Lori | July 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Greatest Lawyer Ever!

I called Jesse to see if he would take on my daughter's case. He had immediately contacted me back and not only took on our case but was very attentive and calling us along the way to let us know every step of what was going on. He treated us like we were family. I have never come across the lawyer t...hat put so much into caring about our case and for our family. I would highly recommend him for anyone in the world out there that needs a great lawyer.

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Jesse Latta Williams's Lawyer Endorsements

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Keeley Blanchard

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Jesse Williams through his participation with the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan and their Trial College. Jesse is an extremely talented attorney who is unique in his drive to fight for his clients. I have practiced in the Traverse City area on occasion, and it is one of the most difficult places to practice in the state of Michigan. The judges are incredibly tough, and at times make it very difficult to exercise your client's constitutional rights. Jesse never allows judges or prosecutors to kick him or his clients around. He is willing to stand up and fight like very few other attorneys. I would recommend Jesse to anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney."

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Joshua Blanchard

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In Northern Michigan, there aren't too many attorneys who are willing to fight against all odds for their clients. Jesse is an exceptional lawyer who is willing to battle the government for his clients. I've seen Jesse fight for clients in cases that seem totally destined for failure. Through his legal knowledge and compassion for his clients, Jesse is able to repeatedly beat down the government and obtain great results for his clients."

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William Maze

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jesse is one of only a few "up north" lawyers that I can depend on for solid advice as a down state attorney. He is a real fighter who is not afraid to buck the system, and he provides top notch representation to his clients throughout northern Michigan. If you're looking for a pitbull to handle a case, you can't go wrong with Jesse."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, Jesse L. Williams, PLLC

1989 - 1991

Medic, United States Army

Associations

2008 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

Member

Education

2005

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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