James Kiebel | Grand Rapids Criminal Defense Lawyer

Grand Rapids Attorney James J. Kiebel founded Kiebel law offices in 2012 after passing the Michigan Bar exam. Grand Rapids Attorney James Kiebel's journey into the practice of law is a unique one. Attorney Kiebel  has been recognized as one of Michigan's Top 40 under 40 Trial Attorneys by the National Trial Lawyers and as One of the 10 best criminal Defense Attorneys by  the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys.

Attorney Kiebel was born and raised in Saginaw, Michigan.  He graduated from Heritage High School in 1999. His entrepreneurial spirit shined at this time as began operating a car dealership immediately after graduation. However, In 2001 Attorney Kiebel decided that he wanted a new challenge and enrolled in Western Michigan University where he earned Bachelors of Business Administration. Attorney Kiebel then accepted a job with Stryker Medical in Madison, Wisconsin. However, he always felt a calling to the legal system.

Attorney Kiebel then returned to Michigan and attended Thomas M. Cooley Law School on an honors scholarship. Attorney Kiebel now is the managing partner and sole owner of Kiebel Law Offices.  Attorney Kiebel has built the Kiebel Law Offices around customer satisfaction and the ability to provide top notch service for an affordable rate.

Position	Organization	Location	Duration
Owner/Attorney at Law	Kiebel Law Office PLC	Grand Rapids, MI	October 2012 – Present
Sales Associate	TDS Metrocom		June 2005 – February 2007
Account Executive	Stryker		February 2006 – April 2007

School	Degree	Major	Graduation
Thomas M. Cooley Law School	J.D.	Law School	2011
Western Michigan University	Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)	Marketing & Economics	2005

State / Court	Date
Michigan	2012

• -Grand Rapids Bar Association
  
  -Federal Bar Association
  
  -State Bar of Michigan

• -Certificate of Merit in Criminal Defense/Sentencing | Thomas M. Cooley Law School

• Excellent Attorney Great Prices!
  Zach, 3/15/15
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  I recently went through a heated divorce and Jim kept me calm and focused on my goals. There were times I felt like I was drowning and he kept my head above the water. At the end of the day I got what I needed and I did not have to break my bank. A pleasure doing business with you.
  
  
  Excellent divorce Attorney
  Sophia, 2/2/15
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  Mr. Kiebel walked me through my divorce. He was very attentive to my needs and made sure I was comfortable throughout the process. He was very upfront about the likely outcome and cost. I would recommend him to anyone looking for an honest attorney.
  
  Great Attorney at reasonable rates.
  Jeff 1/18/15
  I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired Mr. Kiebel to defend me on 3 different charges in 2 different counties(1 felony and 2 high misdemeanors). I was facing possibly up to 3 years in prison and I walked away with no jail time and only 6 months probation and some community service.  He was always on time for hearings, is knowledgeable with the law, and presented himself very well. Would definitely recommend James to anyone in a bad situation with the law.
  
  A Savior
  Jessie, a Family client, 10/1/14
  --Overall rating Excellent/Trustworthy, Excellent/Responsive, Excellent/Knowledgeable, Excellent/Kept me informed.  I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired James 6-12 months ago.  James handled my Criminal/Family matter.  I have previously worked with 3-5 lawyers.  When I found James I was somewhat skeptical as I had not had much luck with attorneys prior. However, I was in a sticky situation. James took control early on and assured me that the process would work if we followed it. I was very happy with my results. I would highly recommend him to my family and friends.
  
  Thank You Sir!!!!!
  Johnny, a Family client, 9/19/14
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired James 1-3 years ago.  James handled my Family matter.  I have previously worked with 1-2 lawyers.  Excellent Attorney!!!! Goes above and beyond to keep you informed without charging you an arm and a leg. I had a parenting time issue and Jim had it wrapped up in less then two weeks.
  
  Best Attorney I have dealt with!!
  Jennifer, a DUI client, 7/10/14
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired James 1-3 years ago.  James handled my DUI & DWI matter.  I have previously worked with 3-5 lawyers.  I was charged with my second OWI and I refused the PBT so my I got another ticket which I found out would suspend my license for a year and add six points to my driving record. Mr. Kiebel did what other attorneys said they could not. My OWI was reduced to an impaired and I won my implied consent hearing. So now I still have my restricted license and was able to keep my job. Thanks Again!!!!!!!!
  
  Super Attorney
  Nick, about a 4/10/14
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired James 1-3 years ago.  Mr. Kiebel has been an excellent attorney for me. He is very helpful and and goes above and beyond for his clients.
  
  Very ambitious, professional and determined
  Helen, a Family client, 3/12/14
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired James 1-3 years ago.  James handled my Family matter.  I have previously worked with 3-5 lawyers.  Mr. Kiebel was very determined throughout my case to ensure the outcome was in our favor. He kept me informed and did an excellent job overall.
  
  EXCELLENT ATTORNEY
  Brian, a Child Custody client, 12/21/13
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired James 1-3 years ago.  James handled my Child Custody matter.  I have previously worked with 3-5 lawyers.  Jim handled my case as professionally as possilbe. My ex had started the case by getting some orders without my knowledge and before the end of the following week they had been removed. I have used many attorneys and none of them kept me as informed as Jim did throughout the process. Thank You Mr. Kiebel

• Excellent Attorney Great Prices!
  Zach, 3/15/15
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  I recently went through a heated divorce and Jim kept me calm and focused on my goals. There were times I felt like I was drowning and he kept my head above the water. At the end of the day I got what I needed and I did not have to break my bank. A pleasure doing business with you.
  
  
  Excellent divorce Attorney
  Sophia, 2/2/15
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  Mr. Kiebel walked me through my divorce. He was very attentive to my needs and made sure I was comfortable throughout the process. He was very upfront about the likely outcome and cost. I would recommend him to anyone looking for an honest attorney.
  
  Great Attorney at reasonable rates.
  Jeff 1/18/15
  I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired Mr. Kiebel to defend me on 3 different charges in 2 different counties(1 felony and 2 high misdemeanors). I was facing possibly up to 3 years in prison and I walked away with no jail time and only 6 months probation and some community service.  He was always on time for hearings, is knowledgeable with the law, and presented himself very well. Would definitely recommend James to anyone in a bad situation with the law.
  
  A Savior
  Jessie, a Family client, 10/1/14
  --Overall rating Excellent/Trustworthy, Excellent/Responsive, Excellent/Knowledgeable, Excellent/Kept me informed.  I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired James 6-12 months ago.  James handled my Criminal/Family matter.  I have previously worked with 3-5 lawyers.  When I found James I was somewhat skeptical as I had not had much luck with attorneys prior. However, I was in a sticky situation. James took control early on and assured me that the process would work if we followed it. I was very happy with my results. I would highly recommend him to my family and friends.
  
  Thank You Sir!!!!!
  Johnny, a Family client, 9/19/14
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired James 1-3 years ago.  James handled my Family matter.  I have previously worked with 1-2 lawyers.  Excellent Attorney!!!! Goes above and beyond to keep you informed without charging you an arm and a leg. I had a parenting time issue and Jim had it wrapped up in less then two weeks.
  
  Best Attorney I have dealt with!!
  Jennifer, a DUI client, 7/10/14
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired James 1-3 years ago.  James handled my DUI & DWI matter.  I have previously worked with 3-5 lawyers.  I was charged with my second OWI and I refused the PBT so my I got another ticket which I found out would suspend my license for a year and add six points to my driving record. Mr. Kiebel did what other attorneys said they could not. My OWI was reduced to an impaired and I won my implied consent hearing. So now I still have my restricted license and was able to keep my job. Thanks Again!!!!!!!!
  
  Super Attorney
  Nick, about a 4/10/14
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired James 1-3 years ago.  Mr. Kiebel has been an excellent attorney for me. He is very helpful and and goes above and beyond for his clients.
  
  Very ambitious, professional and determined
  Helen, a Family client, 3/12/14
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired James 1-3 years ago.  James handled my Family matter.  I have previously worked with 3-5 lawyers.  Mr. Kiebel was very determined throughout my case to ensure the outcome was in our favor. He kept me informed and did an excellent job overall.
  
  EXCELLENT ATTORNEY
  Brian, a Child Custody client, 12/21/13
  --I recommend James Kiebel.  I hired James 1-3 years ago.  James handled my Child Custody matter.  I have previously worked with 3-5 lawyers.  Jim handled my case as professionally as possilbe. My ex had started the case by getting some orders without my knowledge and before the end of the following week they had been removed. I have used many attorneys and none of them kept me as informed as Jim did throughout the process. Thank You Mr. Kiebel

  Criminal Defense Results
  -Home Invasion 3rd Degree, reduced to disorderly drunk
  
  -Poss of Meth, Habitual 4th, Possession of Marijauna Habitual 2nd LIFE OFFENSE, Reduced to Use of Meth 12 months probation no jail
  
  -OWI III, Reduced to OWI 1st with no jail
  
  -OUID, Paraphanalia & DWLS, Reduced to a careless driving
  
  -Felony Probation violation, Felon with a firearm, Malicious Destruction of property, Charges dismissed 7/24/15
  
  -3rd Offense OWI, DWLS, OPEN INTOX, 3rd Offense Felony Habitual, reduced to a first offense OWI. All other charges dismissed. 7/21/15
  
  -2nd DWLS - Driving while license suspended 2nd Offense Misdemeanor. Charges were reduced to a Equipment Violation.  7/15/15
  
  -3rd OUI, Open Intox - Operating Under the Influence 3rd Offense Felony & Open Intox- Charges were reduced to a First Offense Misdemeanor. Open Intox was Dismissed. 7/13/15
  
  -Failed to report an Accident & Open Intox - Open intox Dismissed 7/10/15
  
  -Assault & Battery 1st degree- Case Dismissed 6/29/15
  
  -Embezzlement - No Charges filed 6/24/15
  
  -OUI 3rd Felony- Operating Under the Influence 3rd Offense Felony- Charges Reduced to 1st Offense OUI Misdemeanor. 6/18/15
  
  -Possession of Marijuana 3rd Offense Felony- Charges Reduced to Use of Marijuana minor misdemeanor. 6/17/15
  
  -Conspiracy to Manufacture and Deliver Marijuana Felony- Four year felony Diversion under 7411 meaning successful completion of one year probation will result in a dismissal. 6/15/15
  
  -OUI 2nd Offense, charges reduced to impaired driving. 6/10/15
  
  -Resisting Arrest Felony- Reduced to attempted resisting a misdemeanor with no Jail 6/4/15

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(2012) Licensed as Attorney in Michigan. Verified with State Bar of Michigan.	August 17, 2016

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