People in the Traverse City area and across Northern Michigan may find themselves facing criminal charges for a number of reasons. Perhaps they overindulge at the Cherry Festival and get arrested for an operating while intoxicated (OWI) offense on their way home from a brewery.
Maybe they make a mistake regarding their prescription medications or end up involved in an altercation with a neighbor. People facing criminal charges are often frantic to resolve the matter as quickly as possible. Instead, they should look for the best options available to them.
Hiring a defense attorney who has a history of local success can set defendants up for the best possible outcome when they face criminal charges. Defendants may want to consult with the team at Williams & Associates, specifically Mr. Jesse L. Williams, who has dedicated his career to providing his clients with a high standard of legal representation during criminal cases.
What sets Mr. Williams apart?
Attorney Jesse L. Williams hails from Northern Michigan. After serving eight years in the United States Army, Mr. Williams returned to the United States to pursue his education. He graduated from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego California in 2004.
After that, he returned to Northern Michigan and established a legal practice. Initially, he received recognition as a rising star from Super Lawyers between 2012 and 2016. In 2024 and 2025, Mr. Williams received acknowledgment from Super Lawyers as an established professional. Only those nominated by other legal professionals who have a track record of success are eligible for this particular honor.
Mr. Williams’ professional history includes many cases where clients have had their charges dismissed. He has also successfully taken criminal charges to trial and obtained not-guilty verdicts for his clients. Those facing OWI and drug charges, as well as those facing violent criminal offenses, need an advocate who believes in justice and has the discipline to develop a thorough criminal defense strategy.
Partnering with Mr. Jesse L. Williams or one of the other professionals at Williams & Associates can help people limit the long-term consequences of a pending criminal charge. People hoping for the best legal outcomes need a strong advocate in their corner as they navigate the criminal justice system.