Areas of Practice
Criminal Defense
As a former prosecutor, I know how the government builds its cases and where they break down. I defend clients charged with state and federal offenses, from misdemeanors to serious felonies, at every stage from investigation through trial and sentencing.
Personal Injury: Plaintiffs
If you've been hurt because of someone else's negligence, I'll help you get the compensation you're owed for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. I deal with the insurance companies so you can focus on recovering.
Personal Injury: Defense
I defend a select few corporate clients against personal injury claims with a particular emphasis on defending premises liability lawsuits on behalf of large corporations. I evaluate exposure early, give you candid advice, and push back on inflated or unsupported claims, either through negotiation or in front of a jury.
Trial Services
Have a case headed to trial? I partner with attorneys and firms as trial counsel. That can include trial strategy, motions in limine, witness preparation, jury selection, and courtroom presentation. You keep the client relationship, and I help you close with the jury.
Bovill Law PLLC | Criminal Defense & Personal Injury Trial Attorney | Rockford & Grand Rapids based Lawyer
About Bovill Law PLLC
Who I Am
I'm Mike Bovill, a trial attorney and the founder of Bovill Law PLLC. I'm a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who cut my teeth in the courtroom prosecuting violent crimes on behalf of the United States of America. I've practiced law and conducted investigations all over the globe from Chicago to San Diego to Iraq and back home to West Michigan.
What I Do
I represent people and businesses in criminal cases and personal injury disputes, and help other attorneys try their cases to verdict. Whatever the matter, I prepare it as if it's going to trial, because that preparation is what produces strong outcomes, whether or not the case ever reaches a jury.
Why I Do It
I've seen the system from the prosecutor's table, from inside the military, and from the defense side. It is a daunting, scary process when your life and liberty are on the line. Results depend on preparation, credibility, and having someone willing to stand up and fight for you. My clients get direct access to me, straight answers, and relentless advocacy in the courtroom.