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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Jesse Latta Williams's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

105 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Punctuality

Posted by Bp | October 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Patient and Helpful

I have never been in a legal predicament but found myself in one this summer. Figuring only a fool defends himself in court I started searching for a lawyer with great reviews. Jesse was that lawyer, his reputation is one of integrity and honesty. He delivered what he said he would. Every call wa...s returned when he said he would call and he defended me well.

Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Very knowledgeable, very dependable

Very knowledgeable and intelligent lawyer that seems to know the laws and system well. I what is charged with an owi and also with an open container in my vehicle . He was able to reduce my charges to only the open container in my vehicle . This was an unlikely and favorable outcome for this case.... I am very thankful for his help. I was given no points on my license, and left the courthouse with only fines and costs. He is also a very nice guy and is timely and helpful. Strongly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Exceeded my expectations!

I was charged with an OWI, high BAC, in Petoskey in November of 2014. I live downstate, and was referred to Jesse by a highly regarded lawyer in my area. With this being my second offense, and having a bond violation, I was possibly facing a short amount of jail time. Jesse was thorough in his exp...ectations, and prepared me for the worst case scenario. He set it up so that I could do my pretrial and sentencing in the same day, saving me an extra trip up north. Jesse ended up doing a plea for me, and I walked away with 6 months probation through mail, and 24 hours of community service. I couldn't have been happier with the results. I must also mention that Jesse had a sudden injury that was possibly going to prevent him from appearing at my court date, but he went above and beyond to make it there to represent me. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone in my situation. He is knowledgable, helpful and worth every penny!

Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Stay away

just now New Between the fake strategy Jesse sold me to gain my trust, to never being on time to any of my court appearances and not even realizing the victim impact statement was submitted until the judge informed him that it was he is beyond the least professional attorney I have experienced. Go ...anywhere else other than Jesse Williams. He immoderately jumped on the prosecutors side telling me what is wrong with me and how “he could relate” all he does is work deals with the prosecutor. I accepted a plea deal once he showed me multiple times how incompetent he is. Stay away.

Posted by anonymous | May 03, 2016 | Lawsuits & Disputes

NOT RECCOMENDED AT ALL!

Not helpful, not responsive (as most lawyers tend to be), and will not be reccomended. Failure to contact me, very rude, and the day of the second hearing, he came in 3 minutes prior to the case. Complete waste of money, go with a court appointed. $1,500 dollars for him for nothing.

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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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