Jim Saffell
Traverse City, MI
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Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Child custody
Language
English
About
A graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder, James Saffell earned his law degree at the University of Denver College of Law in 1986. Mr. Saffell earned membership to the University of Denver Law Review and the National Moot Court Team for the New York Bar Association National Moot Court Competition, where he was awarded the distinction of *2nd Best Speaker* at the Western Regional Competition. Mr. Saffell also worked at the United States Department of Interior, Denver, Colorado, where he was responsible for preparation of the Department of Interior Position Paper on the Equal Access to Justice Act.After practicing law as a trial attorney at the law firm of Nelson & Harding, Denver, Colorado from 1986 to 1989, he began a private practice in Boulder, Colorado specializing in civil and criminal litigation, family and domestic matters, business and personal injury matters. Mr. Saffell handles cases throughout Michigan and is licensed to practice in the states of Michigan and Colorado.Mr. Saffell was born and raised in Birmingham, Michigan. After residing in Boulder, Colorado for about 30 years, he and his wife moved their family to Leelanau County where Mr. Saffell enjoyed summers since childhood.James Saffell is licensed to practice law in Michigan and Colorado courts.Certifications:Trained and Certified Civil MediatorCertified by the Collaborative Practice Institute of MichiganMember of:Michigan Association for JusticeState Bar of MichiganGrand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association (President 2013 – 14)Conflict Resolution Services of Traverse City (Board Member; President)Divorce ConnectionsSuttons Bay Area Chamber of CommerceLeelanau Peninsula Chamber of CommerceVolunteer Activities:Leland Township Recreation Commission * ChairpersonLeelanau Children’s Center * Board MemberWomens Resource CenterLegal Services of Northern MichiganJustice for Our Neighbors Citizenship ClinicThird Level Crisis Intervention CenterPro Bono:James Saffell and his staff dedicate numerous hours each year to pro bono and reduced fee work.“I believe that community service and pro bono work are integral parts of the practice of lawand I make it a priority to ensure that indigents have access to justice.”
Practices Areas
Criminal Defense
Child custody
Child support
Divorce and separation
Family
DUI and DWI
Language
English
Contact
James W. Saffell236 1/2 E. Front StreetSuite 20Traverse City, MI, 49684236 1/2 E. Front StreetSuite 20Suite 20Traverse City, MI, 49684
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Prompt, timely, and understanding. Told it like it was and didnt make promises he couldnt keep. Highly recommend him
Jim Saffell helped me not only in a timely manner of reaching out, but he was so generous with his time and his advice was excellent. My boyfriend recommended him and I do, too! Thanks Jim!
My case was represented very excellent in all stages of court. Mr. Saffell provided above standard legal advice in the court of law with questions and concerns answered in a timely manner.
James Saffell is an amazing and very talented attorney, He is dedicated to your needs and very personable. My case that Mr.Saffell worked on was time sensitive and the first of its kind in that area. He left no stone unturned! he worked diligently to produce results. I would recommend James W Saffell for your legal needs.
I had a excellent experience with James Saffell and his team. He answered all of my questions thoroughly and quickly. He put my mind at ease about my entire situation got it resolved as quickly as possible.
Beware! Mr Saffell spent more time bankrupting me than he did in defending my case. This sub-par lawyer also lacks many other professional skills: - He failed to introduce an expert witness correctly - He did not form proper objections and was reprimanded by the judge for it - He did not know how to properly introduce certain evidence - He objected to motions but failed to research or provide any evidence to support the objection
Prompt, timely, and understanding. Told it like it was and didnt make promises he couldnt keep. Highly recommend him
Jim Saffell helped me not only in a timely manner of reaching out, but he was so generous with his time and his advice was excellent. My boyfriend recommended him and I do, too! Thanks Jim!
My case was represented very excellent in all stages of court. Mr. Saffell provided above standard legal advice in the court of law with questions and concerns answered in a timely manner.
James Saffell is an amazing and very talented attorney, He is dedicated to your needs and very personable. My case that Mr.Saffell worked on was time sensitive and the first of its kind in that area. He left no stone unturned! he worked diligently to produce results. I would recommend James W Saffell for your legal needs.
I had a excellent experience with James Saffell and his team. He answered all of my questions thoroughly and quickly. He put my mind at ease about my entire situation got it resolved as quickly as possible.
Beware! Mr Saffell spent more time bankrupting me than he did in defending my case. This sub-par lawyer also lacks many other professional skills: - He failed to introduce an expert witness correctly - He did not form proper objections and was reprimanded by the judge for it - He did not know how to properly introduce certain evidence - He objected to motions but failed to research or provide any evidence to support the objection
Prompt, timely, and understanding. Told it like it was and didnt make promises he couldnt keep. Highly recommend him
Jim Saffell helped me not only in a timely manner of reaching out, but he was so generous with his time and his advice was excellent. My boyfriend recommended him and I do, too! Thanks Jim!
My case was represented very excellent in all stages of court. Mr. Saffell provided above standard legal advice in the court of law with questions and concerns answered in a timely manner.
James Saffell is an amazing and very talented attorney, He is dedicated to your needs and very personable. My case that Mr.Saffell worked on was time sensitive and the first of its kind in that area. He left no stone unturned! he worked diligently to produce results. I would recommend James W Saffell for your legal needs.
I had a excellent experience with James Saffell and his team. He answered all of my questions thoroughly and quickly. He put my mind at ease about my entire situation got it resolved as quickly as possible.
Beware! Mr Saffell spent more time bankrupting me than he did in defending my case. This sub-par lawyer also lacks many other professional skills: - He failed to introduce an expert witness correctly - He did not form proper objections and was reprimanded by the judge for it - He did not know how to properly introduce certain evidence - He objected to motions but failed to research or provide any evidence to support the objection