Biography

Meet Shawn James Haff — a West Michigan criminal defense attorney with 16 years focused on criminal defense, 1,500+ cases, and a ~95% favorable outcome rate. Cooley Law honors grad, award-winning, available 24/7. Free consultation: 616-438-6719. Lead Attorney Shawn James Haff Criminal defense — exclusively — in courtrooms across West Michigan. 16 years focused on criminal defense over 30 years combined office experience 1,500+ cases handled 3,000+ hearings argued ~95% favorable outcome rate State Bar of Michigan — active, P73994 Available 24/7 — direct cell Call 616-438-6719 — Free Request a Consultation Criminal defense — exclusively — in courtrooms across West Michigan. When you’re facing criminal charges, the attorney standing next to you in the courtroom changes everything. I handle criminal defense — and only criminal defense. That focus is what sets my office apart. I work with a small team of trusted attorneys when the caseload demands it, but every client’s strategy starts with me, and I stay involved from start to finish. You’ll never be handed off to a junior associate who doesn’t know your name. I have built a reputation across Grand Rapids and West Michigan courts as a formidable criminal defense attorney. Other Criminal Defense Lawyers and area law firms frequently refer complex, high-stakes criminal cases to me due to my deep courtroom experience, relentless defense preparation, and my track record of securing dismissals, acquittals, charge reductions and keeping my clients out of prison and jail. Clients consistently rank me as a top-rated defense lawyer for his direct 24/7 access, personal attention, and transparent communication. I have handled cases that have gone in front of the Michigan Supreme Court. Plenty of lawyers will take your money and steer you toward the nearest plea. Here’s what makes working with me different.

Education

  • Thomas M. Cooley Law School — Juris Doctor
  • 2000. Honors Scholarship; Certification in Litigation; Dean’s List. Grand Valley State University — B.A. Political Science and B.A. Legal Studies (minor in History)
  • 1998. Student Senate; Dean’s List.