Law Office of Edward J. Sternisha, PLLC

05/28/2026

CASE DISMISSED! Client was pulled over for crossing over the painted lines on the freeway and subsequently arrested for operating while impaired. After several pretrial conference meetings with the prosecutor, I was able to negotiate the most appropriate resolution for the case. My client paid a fine for careless driving (a civil infraction) and the criminal case was dismissed.

If you celebrated Memorial Day a little too much and were arrested, call (616) 233-2255 today.

Remember, drunk driving is dangerous.
If you drink, call a cab.
If arrested, Call Ed Instead!
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04/20/2026

WE DID IT! We have had tremendous support, and our team is going to keep pushing forward until our VICTORY in Ionia and Montcalm counties on election day. Thank you to everyone who made this happen! Vote for Ed Instead.

03/29/2026

MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT:

It is official! I am running for judge of the 8th Circuit Court in Ionia and Montcalm Counties. The 8th Circuit Court has two judges and there will now be a vacancy. As such, I am running for the open, non-incumbent seat. But I need your help!

Over the last 38 years, I have worked off and on in various capacities in the legal system. I have been a public safety officer (Police-Fire-EMS), bail bondsman, private investigator, and more.

In 2012, I opened my own law firm and have been dedicated to fighting for the rights of those accused. But, what makes me unique is that I also went back to police work. I am the only criminal defense attorney who also works as a police officer. It is the best way that I can make sure the law works the way it is supposed to.

There have been days when I have fought in court for a client and got a case dismissed, then went home, changed out of the 3-piece suit and put on a police uniform and worked an overnight 12-hour shift to protect my community.

No one else will bring to the bench what I have to offer. I literally have worked on both sides, doing my best to make the law work. This is what I do everyday.

Throughout the last decade and a half, I have taught law students as an adjunct law professor, written books, presented at legal seminars, and donated hundreds of hours to my community. Now I need your support.

If you are a registered voter in Ionia or Montcalm counties, I need your signature on a Nominating Petition. If you don’t live here, please get ahold of me so you can help me get those signatures. I can’t do it without you, and I don’t have much time.

Please email me directly at [email protected] or text me at (616) 291-0039 if you can help me this week or next.

Thank you for your support. I look forward to serving the community as the next Judge of the 8th Circuit Court.

Vote for Ed Instead!

03/28/2026

RECEIVED A FANTASTIC 5-Star Client review today! So thankful for clients like this...

Posted by Adam | March 27, 2026 | Hired attorney
Highly Recommend!!!!
I retained Ed Sternisha of the Law Office of Ed Sternisha PLLC following a tragic traffic incident in which I was wrongly accused of committing a moving violation resulting in a fatality. Despite my immediate cooperation with law enforcement including providing biological samples and consenting to extensive searches I was ultimately charged. Mr. Sternisha, working alongside co-counsel Aida Spahic, conducted a thorough and meticulous investigation that spanned more than a year. His analytical approach, preparation, and dedication ensured that critical facts and evidence were clearly presented to the jury. During an exhausting two-day trial, Mr. Sternisha demonstrated exceptional professionalism, courtroom skill, and unwavering advocacy. The jury ultimately returned a verdict of Not Guilty, restoring both my reputation and peace of mind. Beyond his legal ability, Mr. Sternisha consistently treated my family and I with dignity, transparency, and compassion during an extremely difficult period in our lives. I recommend him without hesitation to anyone seeking experienced, ethical, and highly capable legal representation.

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