Ross A. Hickman

Ross A. Hickman

4.3
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 45 years

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

295 Thousand Oaks Drive, Traverse City, MI

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Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 45 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1980

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Ross Hickman Law Office

295 Thousand Oaks Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49696

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Ross A. Hickman's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Candy | August 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Would Hire Him Again!

I am not from this area and was accused of something by the police that I didn't do. I hired Ross to represent me in court. He was courteous, really cared about my situation, and worked with the prosecutor. I was not from the area and he was able to arrange all of my court appearances so that I only ...had to come up north twice! Otherwise I would have had to take more time off work at lease 4 times. He knows his stuff and was right on with what he thought my outcome would be. He returned my phone calls in a timely matter and answered all my questions.

Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Effective, knowledgeable, empathetic

I hired Mr. Hickman to defend me from false allegations, and he defended me extremely well. We managed to avoid a jury trial and I am extremely pleased with the results. I highly recommend him to all potential clients.

Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Horrible, not worth one star/None

He was hired to Defend, he did nothing, filed nothing with court did not give reciept or return calls. When trial came he didnt even file a brief or make a opening statement. Did not one time object to prosecutor repeatedly having alledged victim read prior statements, whole paragraphs because they c...ould not remember what they said at each hearing. Did not defend and smiled about complete railroaded conviction. The proof is in the transcripts. The convicted one or any evidence, witnesses nothing heard or shown to the court, only the accusing side. Dont believe anything good about this Person, dont put your loved ones in care of this Person. He wont give your case any care, put in any work and actually helps the prosecution. He will cause you even more hardship by trying to fix the mess he causes by not defending you at all. Trust anyone else before you do him.

Posted by Ryan K. | November 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding attorney! The best around..

Phenominal attorney. I was wrongfully arrested/accused of some serious crimes and my back was against the wall.. I did extensive research and spoke with dozens of attorneys prior to speaking with Ross and came to conclusion that he was the guy to retain! He was more then diligent and stood for what w...as right and didn't show any mercy against the judicial system. He didn't back down, and I can reassure you... If your looking for an attorney to stand up for you and win a trial... Ross Hickman is the answer.

Posted by Cody | November 10, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Ross Hickman

I was charged with an open intox in a motor vehicle in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Ross Hickman was the first attorney that I chose to call. I spoke to him personally and he knew exactly what to do. This was not my first alcohol related charge so my options were limited. The case went to trial where Ross...'s experience really showed. He fought hard for me and I would hire him again in a heartbeat, although I hope I never have to...

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Top Attorneys, American Registry

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Top Attorneys, American Registry

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

1984 - Present

Owner, Ross Hickman Law Office

1980 - 1984

Chief Asst. Prosecuting Atty, Antrim County Prosecuting Attorney

Associations

2014 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

DUI Litigation Attorneys Network

Member

2000 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

Member

1980 - Present

Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association

Member

Education

1979

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

University of Michigan

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Languages

English

Activity

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