About Nader
Nader Nassif earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Michigan–Dearborn in 2005 and continued on to receive his Juris Doctor from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School in 2008. He built his legal foundation during law school, completing the coursework and training typical of a J.D. program and preparing for practice in Michigan. Those academic years set the stage for his decision to pursue criminal defense work.
After completing his law degree, Nassif joined Grabel & Associates as an associate lawyer. He practices in Michigan and has developed his courtroom and case-preparation experience through the firm. His work there has involved representing people accused of crimes, handling matters that range from initial arraignments to more advanced stages of litigation.
Nassif’s professional memberships reflect the area of law he practices. He is a member of the State Bar of Michigan and of the Criminal Defense Lawyers of Michigan. Those affiliations give him access to resources, training and a network of peers who work on criminal defense matters throughout the state.
On a day-to-day basis Nassif’s responsibilities include investigating cases, reviewing evidence, preparing motions and representing clients at hearings. He handles both misdemeanor and felony matters and consults with clients about legal options and potential outcomes. He has experience advising people facing criminal charges and works to explain the legal process in direct terms.
Within Grabel & Associates Nassif works out of the firm’s multiple offices in Michigan. He coordinates with colleagues on case strategy and draws on the firm’s resources when preparing for trial or negotiating resolutions. His role as an associate has involved courtroom appearances as well as client meetings and case research.
Colleagues describe Nassif as a lawyer who focuses on clear communication. He takes time to lay out the steps in a case and to walk clients through the choices they face. In court he presents arguments and filings appropriate to the matter before the judge or prosecutor.
Nassif continues to practice criminal defense at Grabel & Associates, representing clients across the state and handling a range of criminal matters.
