Sara Macgregor, Criminal Defense Attorney in Lansing, Michigan
Over 12 years of legal practice
AssociateatGlaza Law
Lansing, MI
Practicing criminal defense in Lansing since 2014.
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Sara Macgregor is an associate based in Lansing, MI. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense. Sara has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Glaza Law.
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- Lansing, MI
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- over 12 years
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- Criminal Defense
- Handles Criminal Defense matters from Lansing, MI.
- Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sara Macgregor: Sara Macgregor is an associate based in Lansing, MI. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense. Sara has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Glaza Law.
Areas of practice
Sara's practice areas in Lansing
Sara concentrates on criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense cases in Lansing, Michigan
Sara takes criminal defense matters in Lansing, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sara agrees to represent you.
Biography
Sara Macgregor, criminal defense attorney serving Lansing
Sara Macgregor is an associate based in Lansing, MI. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense. Sara has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Glaza Law. Sara works from Lansing, Michigan and takes on criminal defense matters across the region.
Taking Back the Power for the Defense
Spurred by a passion for the juvenile justice system and inspiration from a long-time mentor, Ms. MacGregor became an attorney to do her part to balance out the inequities between the State and the defense. Too often Ms. MacGregor has seen the State and prosecution use its power to steamroll defendants or allow them to get lost in the shuffle of the system. She believes that everyone, regardless of guilt or innocence, is entitled to an aggressive and competent defense. To that end, she is consistently hard working and holds herself to the highest standards for her legal services and client interaction. Along with Criminal Defense, Ms. MacGregor also practices Family Law and defends Child Protective Services cases; as she find oftentimes these areas of law go hand in hand.
Passionate and Aggressive
Ms. MacGregor was born in Arizona and has lived in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula since childhood. Raised in Manistique, she attended Manistique High School and graduated summa cum laude from Northern Michigan University with a degree in Pre-Law and a minor in Communications and Chemistry. She is a graduate of Thomas M. Cooley Law School where she participated in Mock Trial. Ms. MacGregor passed the bar in 2014 and joined Grabel & Associates as an Associate Attorney in 2015. She also is a panel member for the Schoolcraft Drug Court, Mental Health Court and Veteran’s Court; working to help defendants avoid jail and severe penalties and focus on rehabilitation. In her free time Ms. MacGregor enjoys spending time with her family, golfing and cooking.
Professional Associations and Memberships
• State Bar of Michigan
• American Bar Association
• Delta County Bar Association
• Schoolcraft, Luce, Alger, Mackinac (SLAM) Bar Association
Working with Sara on a criminal defense matter
Taking Back the Power for the Defense Spurred by a passion for the juvenile justice system and inspiration from a long-time mentor, Ms. MacGregor became an attorney to do her part to balance out the inequities between the State and the defense. Too often Ms. MacGregor has seen the State and prosecution use its power to steamroll defendants or allow them to get lost in the shuffle of the system.…
Clients Sara works with
Sara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense matters in Lansing and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Sara studied and practices
Thomas M. Cooley Law School J.D.
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Jurisdictions
Sara's state bar admissions
Michigan
2014 · ACTIVE
Sara studied at — in Thomas M. Cooley Law School J.D..
Law school and academic background
Sara completed — in Thomas M. Cooley Law School J.D.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sara runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sara Macgregor's office in Lansing
Sara's primary office is at 124 W. Allegan St., Ste. 636, Lansing, MI, 48933. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sara Macgregor — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sara usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sara charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sara's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Sara will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Lansing, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Sara
Sara discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Sara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sara's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sara Macgregor
How much does it cost to hire Sara for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sara walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sara offer a free consultation?
Sara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sara's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Sara's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Sara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sara take my case if I'm outside Lansing?
Sara is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sara will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Sara?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Sara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sara accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Sara's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Criminal Defense attorneys serving Lansing, Detroit and Grand Rapids in Michigan
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