$ 200-275 per hour
L. Page Graves
also known as Page Graves
About L. Page
Biography
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.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Personal Injury
100%
32 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Michigan for 31 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Smith & Johnson, Attorneys, P.C.
603 Bay St, PO Box 705, Traverse City, MI, 49685
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L. Page Graves's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Mark | December 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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.
L. Page Graves's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Page is talented, knowledgeable, practical and professional."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Page is not only very knowledgeable; he is also very caring and committed to his clients."
"Page is an excellent lawyer and extremely knowledgeable in Michigan No-Fault Law."
"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."
"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."
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Employment and labor lawyer
Kevin Washburn
Workers compensation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2021
AV Rated, Martindale Hubbell
2020
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2020
AV Rated, Martindale Hubbell
2019
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2019
AV Rated, Martindale Hubbell
2018
Best Lawyer, Best Lawers
2018
AV Rated, Martindale Hubbell
2017
AV Rated, Martindale Hubblle
2017
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2016
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2015
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2014
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2013
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2012
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2012
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2011
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Partner, Smith & Johnson, Attorneys, P.C.
2003 - 2005
Adjunct Professor, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2001 - 2006
Associate, Sinas Dramis Brake Boughton & McIntyre, PC
1995 - 2001
Associate, Willingham & Cote', PC
1994 - 1995
Associate, Charles Martel, P.C.
Associations
2017 - Present
Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar AssociationBoard of Commissioners
2012 - Present
ElksMember
2020 - 2022
Grand Traverse Rotary International Noon ClubBoard Member
2006 - 2017
Rotary InternationalMember
2006 - 2017
Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2003
Michigan Association for Justice, Executive CommitteeBoard Member
1997 - 2017
Michigan Association of JusticeJPAC Contributor
1997 - 1998
Ingham County Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionPresident
Sample of 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
Munson Medical Center v Liberty Mutual Ins Co
Settled for $320,000.00
John Doe v Raider Express, Inc
confidential settlement
Estate of Hernandez v Omimex Energy Corporation
confidential settlement
Kirk v DTE Gas & Oil Company et al
confidential settlement
Education
1994
Thomas M. Cooley Law School at Western Michigan University
J.D.
1990
Western Michigan University
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2017
No-fault Summit (annual)
Proving Musculoskeletal Injuries In No-fault
2016
Upper Michigan Legal Institute
No-Fault Year In Review
2015
Upper Michgan Legal Institute
No-Fault Year In Review
Publications
2002
State Bar of Michigan, Negligence Law Section Quarterly
Point-Counterpoint on Exemplary Damages in MI
2001
State Bar of Michigan, Negligence Law Section Quarterly
Point-Counterpoint on Governmental Immunity
2000
Michigan Causes of Action Formbook, Institute of Continuing Legal Education
Toxic Exposure Injuries and Deaths and Related Actions
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers