Joshua Traeger

Joshua Traeger

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 16 years

Business Lawyer at Traverse City, MI
Practice Areas: Business, Military Law, Criminal Defense

733 E. Eighth Street, Suite 207, Traverse City, MI

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Business 50%

With our subscription-pricing model, we offer Business Startup and Development legal services on a monthly, flat-fee basis. Depending on the size, revenue, and legal needs of your company, we have three different pricing models. Our "Startup Guide"

50%
Military Law 30%

Our Founding Attorney, Josh Traeger, is a veteran himself. Part of our mission is to assist military members and veterans, to include court-martial representation, administrative actions, and Department of Veterans Affairs litigation.

30%
Criminal Defense 20%

True North Legal Group provides criminal defense services to clients throughout Northern Michigan. With the experience of more than 200 criminal trials, including more than 150 jury trials, we effectively assist clients facing a range of charges.

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 10 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2016

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Indiana

State: Indiana

Temporary Admission

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 6 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2019

Resigned

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 16 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2009

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

True North Legal Group

733 E. Eighth Street, Suite 207, Traverse City, MI, 49686

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Joshua Traeger's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

45 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Review for Joshua Traeger for my OWI charge

I was arrested for a high BAC driving under the influence charge and Mr. Traeger was able to get it down to a normal OWI charge. He was always very responsive, kind, honest, and supportive throughout the process. This has probably been the most difficult thing I have ever experienced and Mr. Traeger ...was extremely helpful and eased my stress throughout the journey. I am delighted with my choice to hire him as a lawyer as he always puts his client's needs first and prioritizes professionalism. He is someone that will get the job done, the right way. I genuinely do not have any criticisms of him or how he handled my case and I owe him a huge thanks for all of his help and support along the way.

Posted by FN | March 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Top Lawyer & Veteran Advocate

Josh is not only passionate about his clients and seeking justice on their behalf, he is a proven winner! His attention to detail, legal acumen, and prior experience as a military judge advocate make him an ideal counsel for veterans. You want him in your corner when the stakes are highest! Truly exc...eptional!

Posted by Ian | October 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Shark

Joshua Traeger was very attentive to the story lines to poke holes in the witnesses stories and did a great job defending me in court. The reason I titled it as the shark is because he has an innate ability to capture the jury's attention. He did this through attention to the jury as well as voice pr...ojection. He also did a great job coaching me on on what to do and what not to do during the proceedings.

Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Worth every $$

I had charges against me that I thought was complete BS. I worked with ADCs and they promised me a lot of work that never got done and when the court date was around the corner suddenly changed stance and recommended I take the plea deal.. looking back I guess the plea deal was the smart answer but a...t the time I really wanted to fight it because I really didn't do it. So I looked around a lot of resources and ultimately hired Mr. Traeger as my attorney. He also recommended a plea but by that time the alleged victim pulled back the deal so now it was all or nothing. In court, Mr. Traeger was amazing. He is almost 2 meters tall and with his size and his attitude he owned the court. He made prosecutors stumble, made them look like amateurs, and his public speaking skills were top notch. I was very impressed and for the first time that the expensive rate he was charging was suddenly all worth it. Unfortunately my case did not get full acquittal but his performance really made me believe that I was going to walk away completely clean. He is charismatic. He is smart. He brought in points that I did not expect him to. I hope I never get into a situation again that requires a lawyer but if I do and if I have the money to, I would hire Mr. Traeger again. He will for sure amaze you. P.S. My first shirt was amazed by him as well.

Posted by Scott | May 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer Ever!

Mr. Traeger was referred to my by a friend because I had been accused of committing a sexual assault. After a short consultation, I felt like Mr. Traeger was the perfect attorney to represent me with his background and experience. I've been on active duty as an officer for over 19 years, so my reti...rement was on the line, facing a potential dishonorable discharge. I thought Mr. Traeger was expensive, but since he seemed to be the most qualified attorney, I went with him and it was the best decision I've ever made in my life. He was on top of it from day one, gathering significant evidence/info in my defense. He gave me the confidence I needing walking into my hearing. My hearing lasted 3 days and Mr. Traeger was dialed in the entire time!! He crushed everything that the opposing party tried to throw at us. In the end, I was selected to be retained and it was determined that I did not commit a sexual assualt. I would definitely hire Mr. Traeger again and I highly recommend him to anyone going through a similar situation.

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Military law lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Josh is a bull dog in the courtroom. He will fight for you until there is no fight left in him. I trust him completely and would not hesitate to recommend him. He is a worthy opponent as well, I don't ever want to see him on the other side of the aisle again."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2010

Excellence in Trial Advocacy Award, American Association of Justice

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Founding Attorney, True North Legal Group

2013 - 2020

Senior Prosecutor, United States Air Force

2012 - 2013

Defense Counsel, United States Air Force

2010 - 2012

Assistant Prosecutor, United States Air Force

Associations

2020 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

N/A

Loyola University Chicago School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Wake Forest University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

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