J.D. Praasterink

Michigan

Kuhn Rogers PLC
4033 Eastern Sky Drive
Traverse City, MI 49684
United States

Tel: (231) 244-4892

Email: jdp@kuhnrogers.com
Web: www.kuhnrogers.com

Professional Biography

Attorney J.D. Praasterink joined Kuhn Rogers as a partner in April of 2019. Prior to becoming a member of the firm, J.D. operated a thriving general law practice in Saint Ignace. J.D.’s practice with Kuhn Rogers is concentrated in the area of criminal defense.

J.D. Praasterink enjoys serving the needs of the Traverse City community and appreciates the opportunity to spend time getting to know his clients and their needs while answering their questions about the legal process. J.D. understands that people often come to him at a time of both personal and legal crisis, and takes pride in offering clear-eyed guidance rooted in his extensive practice experience.

J.D.’s motto in practice has always been “honest and effective,” and those traits are the underpinning of his practice. He offers clients candid, thorough advice that allows them to make informed decisions in their legal matters. He then develops a plan and advocates for them to achieve the outcome they seek. Clients and colleagues alike appreciate J.D.’s straightforward nature, attention to detail, and focused advocacy.

Education

  • Michigan State University College of Law, J.D.
  • Franciscan University of Steubenville, M.A. in Philosophy
  • Sacred Heart Major Seminary (Detroit), B.A. in Philosophy

Admissions

  • State of Michigan
  • State of Arizona
  • United States District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
  • United States District Court, Western District of Michigan

Professional Memberships

  • State Bar of Michigan
  • State Bar of Arizona

There is no such thing as a minor criminal charge, DUI, or other moving violation. At a minimum, you will be faced with fines, court costs, and increased insurance rates. At worst, you could lose your driver’s license, be excluded from jobs or other opportunities, and face jail or even prison time. The criminal defense attorney team at Kuhn Rogers understands how stressful it can be to be faced with criminal charges or a traffic violation. While we have extensive experience representing clients in these matters, we never treat them as routine. We know what is at stake for you, and we treat your legal matter as if it were our own.

The firm provides zealous representation for individuals charged with crimes throughout Northern Michigan and the eastern portion of the Upper Peninsula. We have represented individuals charged with misdemeanors and lower-level felonies.

Misdemeanor representation includes assistance with charges of:

  • OUIL and driving-related offenses
  • Criminal trespass
  • Disturbing the peace
  • DNR violations
  • Assault and battery
  • Minor drug offenses

Felony representation includes, but is not limited to:

  • Theft
  • Embezzlement
  • NSF checks
  • Property-related offenses
  • Weapons and assault charges

We pride ourselves on providing timely, vigorous, and cost-effective defense to our clients.

The Kuhn Rogers law firm has achieved a longstanding reputation for delivering competent and effective legal services in Traverse City and throughout northern Michigan dating back to 1891. Our attorneys are committed to the continuation of this tradition of excellence by providing expedient, ethical and individualized legal services to our clients, and our dedicated support staff shares this vision. It is our primary objective to guide and protect you or your business based upon your own unique circumstances, and to achieve your legal objectives in a cost-effective manner.

The attorneys at Kuhn Rogers law firm strive to remain abreast of the ever-changing areas of law in which they practice and specialize. Practice areas include business law including business formation and general representation, mergers and acquisitions, commercial litigation, estate planning and administration, commercial and residential real estate, environmental law including oil and gas leasing and development agreements, litigation, family law, banking, bankruptcy and collections, employment law, trademark matters, business taxation, mediation services, matters involving insurance law, trials, appeals, and all other areas of civil practice.