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James Michael Poniewierski

4.0
Rating: 2.2

Licensed for 15 years

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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025
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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 15 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2010

Active in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025

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James Michael Poniewierski's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by Christy | January 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Attorney I've worked with in 24 yrs

If you value expertise, efficiency & clear communication, I couldn't recommend a better attorney for the job. I've worked as a paralegal 24 years & retaining Mr. Poniewierski for a criminal case wasn't something I had any hesitation about. He provided experience & represented my needs ultimately obta...ining the best possible outcome for this matter.

Posted by Julie | April 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney

GREAT attorney!!!

Like the other reviewer, my husband and I have called James on everything! If it's not his area of expertise, he helps us as much as he can then points us in an excellent direction. We've referred many, many friends over the years as well, and they all agree and trust James implicitly! If you need... a pitbull-type, call James, he is very tough...!!!

Posted by Nicole | October 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

James is great

James has been my go to attorney for the past few years. He's very efficient and reliable. He answered every phone call and/ or email right away. He made me feel comfortable in any situation, and took the time to investigate and really understand my situation. He spent some late nights working on my ...case, and always came up with the best outcome..

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Jillian Hindo

Family lawyer | Sep 23

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Matthew Schulz

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

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"I endorse this lawyer. I've known James since law school and he's always been well versed in multiple areas of law and in practice he's a fighter. Hire him and you're in great hands."

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Scott Longton

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 26

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Kirsten Vestrand

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 21

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Bert Whitehead

Family lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has been extremely effective covering me for many hearings."

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Joseph Schodowski

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  2.2 (Strong Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.

Suspension issued in MI, 2025

updated on 10/28/2025

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

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