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    344 criminal defense lawyers serve Grand Rapids, MI. Compare the best based on 2480+ reviews and detailed profiles. Related practice areas and nearby towns in Kent County are listed below.

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    Michael R. Bartish

    Michael R. Bartish

    4.9124 reviews
    The Bartish Law Firm, PLLC
    820 Monroe Ave NW, Suite 165, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: A Life Devoted to Justice, Honor, and Service Beginning with his service in the United States Army Judge Advocate General Corps, where he defended those who defend America, Mike Bartish has always been a force to be reckoned with. A criminal defen...
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    Tessa K. Muir

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    Tessa K. Muir

    5.056 reviews
    SBBL Law
    60 Monroe Center Street North West Suite 500, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime and more
    Former Federal Prosecutor | Former Army JAG Officer | Avvo 10.0 Superb Attorney Rating | Princeton University and Georgetown Law Graduate | Trial Practice Instructor | Award-Winning Criminal Defense Team of Former Feds: US Attorney, Two FBI Specia...
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    Peter Alan VanGelderen

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    Peter Alan VanGelderen

    5.05 reviews
    Willey & Chamberlain LLP
    300 Ottawa Avenue NW, Suite 810, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Committed to honest, passionate, and thorough representation of clients facing criminal prosecution.
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    Mikayla S. Hamilton

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    Mikayla S. Hamilton

    4.916 reviews
    SBBL Law
    60 Monroe Center Street. North West, Suite 500, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: Mikayla S. HamiltonMikayla is a tenacious and detail-oriented legal advocate with a passion for justice. She brings a wealth of litigation experience in police practices, Title IX issues, and criminal defense. Her expertise extends to defending in...
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    Jason S. Barrix

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    Jason S. Barrix

    5.038 reviews
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    Barrix Law Firm Injury Attorneys
    2828 Kraft Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Jason Barrix fighting for the Injured and the rights of the accused since 1993 Recovering Millions!
    Rating:  9.5
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    Charles E. Chamberlain

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    Charles E. Chamberlain

    5.01 review
    Willey & Chamberlain LLP
    300 Ottawa Avenue NW, Suite 810, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 77 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Litigation and more
    Bio: Attorney and founding firm partner Charles E. Chamberlain, Jr. has been practicing law in West Michigan for over 30 years. His legal practice has covered a wide variety of trial work in both federal and state courts. Early in his career, “Chip” Ch...
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    Heath Michael Lynch

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    Heath Michael Lynch

    5.0139 reviews
    Springstead Bartish & Borgula Law, PLLC
    60 Monroe Center St NW #500, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Sex Crime and more
    Former Federal prosecutor and aggressive, experienced trial attorney - now defends the accused
    Rating:  10
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    Matthew G. Borgula

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    Matthew G. Borgula

    4.928 reviews
    SBBL Law, PLLC
    60 Monroe Center Street Suite 500, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Tax Fraud & Tax Evasion and more
    Former Federal Prosecutor now defense attorney.
    Rating:  10
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    Christopher Matthew Wirth

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    Christopher Matthew Wirth

    5.011 reviews
    Core Legal PLC
    250 Monroe Ave NW Ste 400, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    A Criminal Charge Jeopardizes Your Freedom, Your Reputation and Your Job. You Need Experienced Counsel Standing Beside You. Call (616) 952-2689 Today!
    Rating:  9.9
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    Akiva E. Goldman

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    Akiva E. Goldman

    4.9198 reviews
    GOLDMAN & ASSOCIATES
    625 Kenmoor Ave S.E., Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Family and more
    (248) 213-8527 - DON'T TAKE CHANCES WITH YOUR CRIMINAL MATTER. WE ARE EXPERTS! Call Now.
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    Larry C. Willey

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    Larry C. Willey

    4.52 reviews
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    Willey & Chamberlain LLP
    940 Trust Building, 40 Pearl Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 54 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Federal Crime and more
    Review: "Larry Willey is an extremely dedicated lawyer, who will do his very best to represent you. At times he may not reveal everything to you, but it if this happens, after the fact you will know why. It is always in your best interest to take heed to h..."
    Rating:  10
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    Scott Grabel

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    Scott Grabel

    5.0129 reviews
    Grabel & Associates
    2922 Fuller Ave., NE, Ste. 211, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Aggressive criminal defense throughout Michigan. Call today for a free consultation!
    Rating:  10
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    Rachel L. Frank

    Rachel L. Frank

    5.017 reviews
    Rachel Frank Law, PLLC
    300 Ottawa Ave NW, Suite 810, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Bio: Rachel L. Frank is a third-generation attorney committed to providing confident, compassionate, and tenacious legal representation to individuals throughout Grand Rapids and West Michigan. Understanding firsthand how an exceptional attorney can im...
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    Mick Grewal

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    Mick Grewal

    4.420 reviews
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    Grewal Law PLLC
    801 Broadway SW, Suite 302, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Grewal – a name you can trust. Call today for a free consultation
    Rating:  10
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    Steven R. Simkins

    Steven R. Simkins

    4.929 reviews
    Steven R. Simkins, Attorney at Law
    77 Monroe Center Street NW, Suite 700, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I am an attorney with over 16 years of experience in all West Michigan and Metro Detroit counties specializing in: Criminal defense representation for all misdemeanor and felony charges, including: Drunk Driving/OWI/OUID, Drug Crimes, Criminal Sex...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Brandon William Gardner

    Brandon William Gardner

    4.812 reviews
    Brandon Gardner & Associates, PLC
    600 Monroe Ave NW Suite 104, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: Brandon Gardner founded Brandon Gardner & Associates, PLC on the principle that every client deserves zealous, high-quality legal representation, especially those facing the most serious crimes and complex family disputes. Brandon has over...
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    Kelly G. Lambert

    Kelly G. Lambert

    4.526 reviews
    Law Offices of Kelly G Lambert III - Kent County
    1444 Michigan Street NE, Suite 9, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Bankruptcy & Debt and more
    Bio: Kelly was born in Omaha, Nebraska and graduated from Ottawa Hills High School in Grand Rapids.In 1985 he received his Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Michigan State University where he was a National Merit Scholar. In December 198...
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    Nathaniel Patrick Pfeiffer

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    Nathaniel Patrick Pfeiffer

    5.02 reviews
    SBBL Law
    60 Monroe Center Street NorthWest Suite 500, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 1 year
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, White Collar Crime and more
    Bio: Nathaniel Pfeiffer is a resolute and diligent legal advocate with a passion for helping others no matter what they might face. His legal career has focused on cases dealing with criminal defense, criminal investigations, and police practices. He r...
    Rating:  5.6
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    Michael J. Boyle

    Michael J. Boyle

    5.088 reviews
    Barone Defense Firm
    180 Ottawa, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime
    Bio: Attorney and Counselor – Michael J. Boyle is a Partner and Shareholder and serves as Senior Trial Attorney. He joined the Barone Defense Firm in 2005 after a successful solo criminal defense practice. Mr. Boyle has been personally trained and ment...
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    Michael D. Adams

    Michael D. Adams

    5.05 reviews
    15 Ionia Ave Sw Ste 530, Grand Rapids, MI
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Family
    Bio: Proud veteran of the United States Air Force
    Rating:  9.8
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