Atty. Peter Samouris
Driven to Win Mr. Samouris has been a part of the winning criminal defense team at Grabel & Associates for over a decade.
Felonies & More Attorney · Serving Lansing, MI · 31+ Years Experience
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About Peter Samouris at a Glance
Peter Samouris is an Associate based in Lansing, Michigan, practicing at Glaza Law. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1995), Illinois (1995), U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan (1995), and U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan (1995). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D. Dean, 1994) and University of San Francisco B.A. Dean's List (—). Serves clients in Lansing, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Samouris
- Driven to Win Mr. Samouris has been a part of the winning criminal defense team at Grabel & Associates for over a decade
- During that time he has gotten favorable results for our clients in an endless list of types and degrees of criminal offenses in counties all over the state of Michigan
- Mr. Samouris credits his success with his client’s criminal cases to his thorough preparation and hardworking attitude
- At Grabel & Associates, we understand being prepared is half the battle when getting the best possible results for our clients
- Our meticulous preparation along with exceptional knowledge and application of the laws that apply to your criminal defense case give you the winning edge against your criminal charges
- Mr. Samouris is experienced with handling high profile cases, but understands that every case is important and gives all of his clients the best defense possible
- Negotiating for Your Rights Another key to successful client results is a strong ability to for your attorney to negotiate with police and prosecutors before you are charged or before your case goes to trial
- Mr. Samouris brings a spectacular ability to negotiate to Grabel & Associates
- We firmly believe that our criminal defense clients benefit exponentially by us negotiating with law enforcement before they are charged with a crime
- Mr. Samouris has pleased numerous clients with the ability to reduce felony charges down to misdemeanors
- The ability to successfully negotiate your charges with law enforcement and prosecutors can be the difference between facing jail time or only having to face more manageable fines and/or probation
- Grabel & Associates understands that law enforcement can be overzealous and cause you to become mixed up with criminal charges that may be difficult for you to see your way out of
- Mr. Samouris, along with all the aggressive attorneys at our firm, are ready to fight to keep you out of jail
- Mr. Samouris graduated from the University of San Francisco with a degree in Political Science and attended the Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- He graduated in 1994 and is admitted to practice law in both Michigan and Illinois
- Mr. Samouris resides in the Lansing, Michigan area with his family and is an avid Michigan State University sports fan
- Professional Associations and Memberships • American Bar Association • American Association of Justice • Hellenic Bar Association • The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Michigan
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Peter Samouris's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Samouris handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lansing.
DUI / DWI Defense in Lansing
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Criminal Defense in Lansing
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lansing
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lansing are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Lansing Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lansing-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Lansing Choose Peter Samouris
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Peter Samouris's practice in the field of dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, white collar, and dv defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Samouris brings 31+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Michigan, Illinois, and U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan, Peter Samouris can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, drug crimes, and criminal defense, Peter Samouris can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lansing
A Lansing-based practice means Peter Samouris attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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