Atty. William Weise
Aggressive Defense Strategies As the newest associate of our firm, William Weise brings with him a history of getting exceptional results with criminal defense charges and experience handling major cases such as homicides and felony violent crimes. He also has familiarity with innovative defense and trial techniques stemming from evidence related to latent fingerprints, cellular triangulation and other tracking technologies.
Criminal Law Attorney · Serving Lansing, MI · 31+ Years Experience
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About William Weise at a Glance
William Weise 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 criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1995). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1994) and Alma College (B.A. History, 1989). Serves clients in Lansing, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About William Weise
- Aggressive Defense Strategies As the newest associate of our firm, William Weise brings with him a history of getting exceptional results with criminal defense charges and experience handling major cases such as homicides and felony violent crimes
- He also has familiarity with innovative defense and trial techniques stemming from evidence related to latent fingerprints, cellular triangulation and other tracking technologies
- Mr. Weise uses aggressive and creative defense strategies to give his clients the edge on getting the best possible results in all types of criminal cases including violent crimes, DUI defense, sex crimes and drug charges
- Changes to the medical marijuana laws involving acceptable amounts of the drug to be in a person’s system while driving have also been of interest to Mr. Weise
- He has done significant work with medical marijuana cases and knows the intricacies of defending those types of charges
- Mr. Weise brings his strengths of thorough communication with clients, thoughtful preparation and confident courtroom presence to the team of attorneys at Grabel & Associates
- Mr. Weise works with our case managers and supervising attorney, Scott Grabel, to insure that our clients not only receive the best defense available, but are also consistently communicated with about the status and changes in their case
- A Michigan Native with Commitment to the Community Mr. Weise was born and raised in northeast Michigan
- He attended Alma College as a History major and graduated in 1989
- He went on to attend Thomas M. Cooley Law School, graduating in 1994 and being admitted to the Michigan State Bar in January of 1995
- Mr. Weise not only enjoys the practice of law, but also educating others about it
- To that end, he spent time teaching Introduction to Criminal Law and Constitutional Concepts in Criminal Law classes at Marygrove College in Detroit, Michigan
- Mr. Weise has also served on the Water Appeal Board for the City of Grand Ledge and as a member of the Eaton County Boundary Commission
- In his down time, Mr. Weise enjoys being active in his community and scuba diving
- Professional Associations and Memberships • Michigan State Bar • American Bar Association • Ottawa County Bar Association • Eaton County Bar Association • Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers • The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Michigan
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Criminal Defense in Lansing
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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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Why Clients in Lansing Choose William Weise
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 William Weise's practice in the field of criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William Weise 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.
Focused Criminal Defense Practice
Concentrating on criminal defense means William Weise's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Lansing
A Lansing-based practice means William Weise 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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