L. Page Graves

Personal injury Attorney at Traverse City, MI

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All personal injury and wrongful death cases arising from auto, motorcycle or trucking accidents; snowmobiling; boating; governmental immunity (automobile); dog bite; premises; industrial explosions; construction site incidents.
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29 years

I CARE ABOUT YOU AND YOUR CASE. I AM BLUNTLY CANDID AND PROVIDE YOU OBJECTIVE AND REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS ABOUT THE LEGAL ISSUES FACING YOU SO THAT YOU CAN MAKE THE MOST INFORMED DECISIONS.

Mr. Graves has annually received an “AV” rating from Martindale-Hubbell which is the highest rating of legal ability and ethics awarded by the company. According to Martindale, “an AV certification mark is a significant rating accomplishment – a testament to the fact that a lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence.” Since 2012, Mr. Graves has been repeatedly honored further by being recognized and included in the annual Best Lawyers, which is the oldest and most respected peer-reviewed publication in the legal profession. The Best Lawyers lists of outstanding attorneys are compiled by conducting exhaustive peer-review surveys in which tens of thousands of leading lawyers confidentially evaluate their professional peers. If the votes for an attorney are positive enough for inclusion in Best Lawyers, that attorney must maintain those votes in subsequent polls to remain on the list for each edition. Lawyers are not permitted to pay any fee to participate in or be included on the list. Mr. Graves was selected for inclusion in the 27th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America© for his work in Michigan Auto No-Fault Insurance Law. Only a single lawyer in each practice area and community is honored with a "Lawyer of the Year" award. Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review and consensus opinion from the leading lawyers here in Michigan regarding the professional abilities of their colleagues. The attorney with the highest overall peer-feedback for a specific practice area and geographical region is recognized as “Lawyer of the Year”, which is the highest recognition awarded by Best Lawyers.

Licensed for 28 years

State MI

Status Active in Good Standing

Acquired 1994

Updated 02/23/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Contact L. Page

Smith & Johnson, Attorneys, P.C.

(855) 604-0517 Office

603 Bay St

PO Box 705

Traverse City, MI, 49685

smith-johnson.com

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Posted by Mark | December 9, 2021

Injury/Accident

Page was always available to answer our questions and concerns. He was able to explain legal proceedings and terminology so that we could understand. His knowledge of the law was evident and his persistence and dedication to our case resulted in an agreeable settlement!

Posted by anonymous | December 4, 2021

Best and most caring attorney at smith and johnson

Page was very thorough, caring, and realistic when it came to my case. Calls were returned in a timely manner and or taken when could. He explained everything to me and kept me in the loop at all times. Looked out for my best interest at all times.

Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2017

We have hired L.Page Grave to pursue an injury claim associated with a vehicle

We have hired Page to pursue an injury claim associated with a vehicle accident on May 22, 2017. We explained Michigan's laws very thoroughly and we feel hopeful that we will get some compensation for the expense., pain, inconvenience and loss of time cause by the injuries.

Posted by Carol | February 11, 2017

Very professional

Page was so helpful in my case. He was professional and knowledgable. Often answered my calls himself or returned them promptly. His staff kept me informed about the progress of my case. I would highly recommend Page.

Posted by Patrick | February 10, 2017

Always available, knowledgeable and logical

Mr. Graves has represented me in several business and personal related cases. Each time he's been resourceful and respectful to all parties and conducted himself in a very professional and responsible manner.

Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2017

Great, efficient job, fantastic result!

Mr. Graves is one of the most intelligent brilliant people I've ever met. He responded to all of our concerns immediately and made us feel like part of his family. He has our wholehearted recommendation. The results exceeded our expectations.

Posted by Kris | June 17, 2015

Mi No Fault

Page guided me through this complicated process with knowledge and experience with the MI No Fault Law. He always came prepared and ready to fight for my daughter's rights under the law. Together we were able to accomplish what was needed for past, present, and future life time benefits for my daughter.

Posted by Peggi | June 2, 2015

Expert in No-Fault Law

Page Graves has partnered with us at Munson Healthcare on our toughest Michigan PIP – no-fault auto claims for many years. Page’s knowledge of the law and diligent follow through have resolved cases for us with the highest regard to ethics and integrity. His expertise has benefited many patients as Munson partnered directly with Page at Smith & Johnson to confront the insurance and get the claim paid without cost to the patient. I highly recommend Page Graves to anyone needing a compassionate and easy to work with attorney to help them through a Michigan no-fault auto claim dispute.

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Posted by Mike | May 29, 2015

Turn to Page!

Page has been the best part of my accident that almost took my life. He is open and honest with me about the legal process in dealing with my injuries from my accident. His follow through has been stellar and never once has he let me down. Page is approachable at almost all times. I've contacted him on the weekends, holidays and even when he has been on vacation. He has always taken the time for me. After six years of legal care, I consider Page a great attorney but more importantly to me, a good friend. I would recommend Page to anyone I know.

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Partner
Smith & Johnson, Attorneys, P.C.
2006 - Present

Adjunct Professor
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2003 - 2005

Associate
Sinas Dramis Brake Boughton & McIntyre, PC
2001 - 2006

Associate
Willingham & Cote', PC
1995 - 2001

Associate
Charles Martel, P.C.
1994 - 1995

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Education

Thomas M. Cooley Law School at Western Michigan University
J.D.
1994

Western Michigan University
B.A.
1990

Legal Cases

Hood v Werner Enterprise, Inc
confidential settlement

Plotts v Maple Hill Auto Group
confidential settlement

Estate of Lovett v Grange Insurance Co
Monthly benefit for 3 years as allowed by Michigan no-fault statute

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Associations

Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association
Board of Commissioners
2017 - Present

Elks
Member
2012 - Present

Grand Traverse Rotary International Noon Club
Board Member
2020 - 2022

Rotary International
Member
2006 - 2017

Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association
Member
2006 - 2017

Michigan Association for Justice, Executive Committee
Board Member
2002 - 2003

Michigan Association of Justice
JPAC Contributor
1997 - 2017

Ingham County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
President
1997 - 1998

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Best Lawyer
Best Lawyers
2021

AV Rated
Martindale Hubbell
2021

Best Lawyer
Best Lawyers
2020

AV Rated
Martindale Hubbell
2020

Best Lawyer
Best Lawyers
2019

AV Rated
Martindale Hubbell
2019

Best Lawyer
Best Lawers
2018

AV Rated
Martindale Hubbell
2018

AV Rated
Martindale Hubblle
2017

Best Lawyer
Best Lawyers
2017

AV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2016

Best Lawyer
Best Lawyers
2016

AV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2015

Best Lawyer
Best Lawyers in America
2015

AV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2014

Best Lawyer
Best Lawyers
2014

AV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2013

Best Lawyer
Best Lawyers
2013

AV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
2012

Best Lawyer
Best Lawyers
2012

AV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2011

AV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2010

AV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2009

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Publications

State Bar of Michigan, Negligence Law Section Quarterly
Point-Counterpoint on Exemplary Damages in MI
2002

State Bar of Michigan, Negligence Law Section Quarterly
Point-Counterpoint on Governmental Immunity
2001

Michigan Causes of Action Formbook, Institute of Continuing Legal Education
Toxic Exposure Injuries and Deaths and Related Actions
2000

Speaking Engagements

No-fault Summit (annual)
Proving Musculoskeletal Injuries In No-fault
2017

Upper Michigan Legal Institute
No-Fault Year In Review
2016

Upper Michgan Legal Institute
No-Fault Year In Review
2015

Attorney endorsements

Received (9)

Given (2)

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Norman Droste

Car accident Attorney | Dec 06
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Graves is my go-to Attorney for Referral of Personal Injury cases, especially auto related injuries and / or death. He connects with the people I recommend to him, immediately, and confirms how he will help."

Daniel White

Litigation Attorney | Dec 06
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Page is talented, knowledgeable, practical and professional."

Steven Barney

Litigation Attorney | Dec 06
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. As a formal trial attorney and now Mediator, I have run into all kinds of lawyers. Mr. Graves is at the top of the list of lawyers who know what they are doing and are profession in doing it."

Mark Quinn

Unknown Attorney | Dec 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Page is not only very knowledgeable; he is also very caring and committed to his clients."

Glenn Saltsman

Personal injury Attorney | Jun 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Page is an excellent lawyer and extremely knowledgeable in Michigan No-Fault Law."

James Craig

Personal injury Attorney | Jun 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having known Page for at least 10 years I can say that he is one of the most qualified lawyers I know. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a lawyer."

Joey Niskar

Personal injury Attorney | Jun 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Page is an excellent lawyer with many years of experience handling personal injury matters across Michigan. He can be counted on to do an excellent job for his clients."

Kevin Washburn

Personal injury Attorney | Jun 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."