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Licensed in Michigan for 15 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2010
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Licensed in Illinois for 16 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2009
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Extremely Happy Client!
I worked with Phil for license restoration and am now restored to full driving privileges. Phil walked me through every step in the process and answered all of my questions in a very timely manner. This was a very difficult and ugly time in my life and I was never treated with anything but respect ...
Posted by Ryan | June 14, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
An extraordinary result.
Never would I have imagined myself requiring legal console for a matter of this magnitude. I feared the processes of acquiring a lawyer almost as much as the consequences of my actions. Sitting down for my free consolation, Phil walked me through numerous scenarios and possible outcomes for my case...
Posted by Travis | March 13, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Thank you Phil Jacques!
Mr. Jacques gave me excellent advice and kept me on track to complete all tasks in the best way possible leading up to my drivers' license appeal. As a result of Mr. Jacques' expert advice and instruction, I was able to regain my license on the spot in my appeal. This is uncommon from my understand...
Philip Matthew Jacques's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I was seeking legal counsel for a DUI client of mine who resided in Ann Arbor, MI. Phillip was quick to respond, but more importantly, his provided me with invaluable legal advice for my client. I would absolutely recommend any person having a MI DUI to Phillip."
"I highly endorse Philip. I have known Philip since law school where he proved to be an exceptional student throughout our three years. He is quick on his feet, conscientious and passionate about the law. Philip's advocacy skills are fantastic and any client would be well-served to have this excellent attorney for representation."
"I endorse Philip . He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I highly endorse Phil. He was an exceptional law student and has established a tremendous law practice. He is a good family man whom clients can trust to do the right thing. He is truly a rising star."
"Phil spends the time to understand where his clients are coming from and what they need in their individual representations. He spends the time required on each case to be sure his clients' rights are well protected."
"I strongly endorse Mr. Jacques as a criminal defense attorney. Phil has been an associate at SIMON & GEHERIN for nearly three years. He has distinguished himself as a top-notch litigator and excellent attorney in cases ranging from felonies, to drunk driving, to juvenile cases, to driver's license restoration. He is well-prepared, honest, ethical and passionate. He is well-regarded by his peers and has gained industry recognition as a specialist in his field. I highly recommend him."
"Mr. Jacques is an excellent litigator with an impressive knowledge of criminal law."
"I've known Phil since high school and lost track of him through the years. But since becoming an attorney I have only heard excellent things about him from people I know and respect. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Phil is an excellent criminal defense attorney who goes the extra mile for a client. I would strongly recommend his legal services for a client charged with a crime in Washtenaw County."
"Mr. Jacques is a superb attorney. He is dynamic, professional and accomplishes the task at hand with ease. I have confidence in his abilities and that is why he is my criminal defense referral in Washtenaw County."
"Mr. Jacques works hard for his clients and it shows. He is active in local lawyer organizations. I endorse this lawyer."
"I had several cases with Mr. Jacques while I was an assistant prosecutor in Washtenaw County. He was always very professional, well-prepared, and thoroughly knowledgable about the applicable area of law in his cases. He represented all of his clients extremely well."
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Experience
Honors
2014
10 Best DUI/DWI Attorneys in Michigan for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2014
Best Law Firms in Michigan - First Tier Ranking, U.S. News & World Report
2014
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Client's Choice Criminal Defense, Avvo
2013
Client's Choice Criminal Defense, Avvo
2004
Blue Helmet Award, State University of New York at Buffalo
2002
Blue Helmet Award, State University of New York at Buffalo
Work Experience
2011 - 2017
Attorney, Simon & Geherin, PLLC
2010 - 2010
Law Clerk, Ambrose Law Group
2010 - 2011
Assistant State's Attorney, Stephenson County State's Attorney's Office
2009 - 2010
Law Clerk, City of Detroit Department of Law, Prosecution Division
2008 - 2008
Law Clerk, Wayne County Corporation Counsel
2008 - 2009
Law Clerk, Lansing Office Of City Attorney
2007 - 2007
Extern, Attorney General Office State Of Michigan
Associations
2014 - Present
Washtenaw County Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionCo-Chair
2011 - Present
Washtenaw County Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionMember
2011 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Criminal Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
2009 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Michigan State University College of Law Alumni AssociationMember
2010 - 2011
Stephenson County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2011
Oakland County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2009
Wolverine Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2009
National Black Law Students AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Michigan vs. B.L.
Not Guitly Verdict
State of Michigan vs. J.G.
Not Guilty Verdict
Case No. E032022
Granted Restricted Driving Privileges
Case No. E042500
Granted Restricted Driving Privileges
City of Tecumseh vs. J.S.
OWVI Reduced to Carless Driving
Case No. D219034
Granted Full Driving Privileges
State of Michigan vs. D.S.
Conviction Set Aside
Pittsfield Twp vs. S.S.
Not Guilty Verdict at Trial
Case No. C349081
Restricted License Granted
Dearborn Heights vs. S.A.
Not Guilty Verdict at Trial
Case No. C356015
Restricted License Granted
Pittsfield Township vs. A.T.
Case Dismissed
Case No. C296039
Restricted License Granted
Case No. C283016
License Fully Restored
J.K. vs. Secretary of State
Case Remanded for an Immediate Re-haearing
Case No. C251017
Restricted License Granted
Pittsfield Township vs. T.B.
Not Guilty
State of Michigan vs. W.P.
Found Not Guilty of 2 Counts of Aggravated Assault and Guilty of only 2 counts of Assault and Battery
Case No. 14-009174-AL
Restricted License Granted
Case No. C164055
Restricted License Granted
State of Michigan vs. A.B.
Three felonies dismissed with a guilty plea to one misdemeanor and sentence under HYTA
Case No. 129082
Restricted License Granted
State of Michigan vs. H.I.
Case Dismissed
Case No. C122030
License Fully Restored
State of Michigan vs. B.P.
Pled Guilty to Reckless Driving and the orginal charge of Operating With the Presence of a Controlled Substance was dismissed
Case No. C097029
Restricted License Granted
City of Ann Arbor vs. B. D.
Pled Responsible to Blocking the Sidewalk
Case No. C022019
Restricted License Granted
Case No. C043018
Restricted License Granted
State of Michigan vs. K.P.
Both Adjudications Set Aside
State of Michigan vs. B.D.
Case Dismissed
Case No. 014-237 AL
Suspension Reduced and Restricted License Granted
Case No. C042017
Restricted License Granted
State of Michigan vs. T.B.
Conviction Set Aside
Case No. B303106
Restricted License Granted
City of Ann Arbor vs. J.G.
Guilty Plea to Reckless Driving and OWI Dismissed
Case No. B303027
Restricted License Granted
Case No. B310006
License Fully Restored
State of Michigan vs. C.M.
Conviction Set Aside
State of Michigan vs. D.J.
Case Dismissed
State of Michigan vs. H.I.
Case Dismissed
Case No. B263094
Granted Restricted License
State of Michigan vs. Z. Y.
Plea to Misdemeanor
State of Michigan vs. T.S.
Not Guilty of 2 Counts of Aggravated Domestic Violence
State of Michigan vs. B.L.
Case Dismissed
Case No. B178032
License Restored
Case No. B217041
License Restored
Case No. B175057
License Restored
City of Romulus vs. J.G.
Misdemeanor Dismissed and Client Pled Responsible to a Civil Infraction
State of Michigan vs. M.H.
Not Guilty of Operating with a High BAC and guilty only of a lesser included offense.
Pittsfield Township vs. S.P.
Pled Guilty to Reckless Driving and the Drunk Driving charges were dismissed.
State of Michigan vs. D.S.
Not Guilty of Operating with a High BAC and guilty only of a lesser included offense.
City of Ann Arbor vs. B.S.
Case Dismissed
State of Michigan vs. D.W.
Not Guilty of OWI High BAC and Guilty only of lesser included offense
Secretary of State vs. R.B.
Petition for Implied Consent Suspension Dismissed
State of Michigan vs. M.B.
Not Guilty of OWI High BAC and Guilty only of lesser included offense
M.B. vs. M.K.
Motion to Terminate Granted
City of Ann Arbor vs. R.M.
Charge Amended to a Civil Infraction
Case No. A353049
Granted Restrict License
Case No. B028025
Granted Restricted License
J.M. vs. P.C.
PPO Terminated by Agreement
Case No. B007014
License Fully Restored
Case No. A353060
Granted Restricted License
State of Michigan vs. M.S.
Case Dismissed
Case No. A352043
Granted Restricted License
Secretary of State vs. J.C.
Petition for Implied Consent Suspension Dismissed
State of Michigan vs. D.J.
The felony and one misdemeanor were dismissed, with a no contest plea to another misdemeanor.
Pittsfield Township vs. T.G.
Guilty plea and HYTA on both cases
State of Michigan vs. D.H.
Acquitted of Operating With a High BAC and found guilty of OWI only, following a non-jury trial
State of Michigan vs. L.V.
Conviction Set Aside
Ypsilanti Township vs. M.A.
Case Dismissed
City of Ann Arbor vs. C.F.
Case Dismissed
State of Michigan vs. S.W.
Case Dismissed
Case No. A348105
Granted Restricted License
City of Ann Arbor vs. T.C.
Client Pled Guilty to Failure to Report and the OWI and Reckless Driving Charges were Dismissed
Education
2009
Michigan State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
State University of New York at Buffalo
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Hillman Advocacy Program
Trial Practice
2013
Mentoring Jets
Mentoring Program
2012
Speed Mentoring
Mentoring Program
2010
Illinois Appellate Prosecutor's Trial Advocacy Program
Trial Advocacy
2009
Voir Dire Training
Voir Dire
Publications
2013
Aspatore Book Publication
Search and Seizure Defenses in a DUI Case
2009
DePaul Journal of Sports Law & Contemporary Problems
Is Congress' Latest Effort to De-Juice Professional Sports Unconstitutional?
Languages
English
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Legal Guides
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Q&A
What will happen at my expungement hearing?
16 Jun 2014
Q&A
How do I get my license fully reinstated after completing the interlocking program i had a hearing to get my restriction license
21 May 2014
Q&A
I have an csc 2nd degree. can my record be expunged in michigan?
04 Nov 2012
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Washtenaw County Felony Procedure
02 Mar 2014
Legal Guide
Michigan Sobriety Court
02 Mar 2014
Legal Guide
Statutory Deferred Sentence for Drug Cases (MCL 333.7411)
18 Feb 2014