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About Mack Spickard
Lansing Attorney Focused on High-Stakes Legal Matters
Mack Spickard is a Mid-Michigan attorney representing individuals and families in family law, criminal defense, and service member-related legal matters.
Clients turn to Mack when the stakes are high—when their freedom, their family, or their future is on the line.
Over the course of his career, Mack has handled thousands of cases in Mid-Michigan courts, including substantial jury trial experience. That background gives him a practical understanding of how judges, prosecutors, and juries evaluate cases—and allows him to prepare accordingly from the outset.
With more than 30 years of legal and military experience, his practice is built on disciplined preparation, strategic thinking, and a commitment to protecting what matters most.
A Career Built on Service and Advocacy
Shortly after graduating from high school, Mack enlisted in the United States Army as a Combat Engineer and served 4 years on active duty. He later continued his military service in the Army Reserve and Army National Guard as an Infantryman, experiences that instilled the discipline, preparation, and sense of responsibility that continue to guide his legal practice today.
Mack also served as a Judge Advocate (military lawyer) and rose to the rank of Colonel. During that time, he held leadership roles of increasing responsibility, including multiple assignments as a Staff Judge Advocate and Deputy Commander, and advised senior military leaders on complex legal and operational matters.
His military career took him to numerous duty locations throughout the United States and overseas, including assignments or deployments to Panama, Germany, Afghanistan, Kuwait, Qatar, Latvia, and Liberia. These experiences provided Mack with a global perspective and reinforced the discipline, judgment, and leadership that continue to shape his approach to legal advocacy.
His military education includes:
- U.S. Army War College — Master of Science in Strategic Studies
- U.S. Army Command and General Staff College
- Joint Forces Staff College
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Mack and his wife, Shanna, live in Mid-Michigan and are the proud parents of two adult children, Sydney and Xavier. Sydney is a public educator in Mid-Michigan, and Xavier is a mechanical engineer in Texas. Both Shanna and Sydney are graduates of Michigan State University, and Mack is an enthusiastic supporter of Michigan State Spartans athletics.
They also share their home with their two miniature schnauzers, Rosie and Willow.
Legal and Professional Experience
Mack earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law after studying History and Secondary Education at Eastern Michigan University.
He began his legal career building a litigation-focused practice with an emphasis on criminal defense, where he developed a reputation for careful preparation and determined courtroom advocacy.
In 2015, Mack brought his legal and military experience into the financial services sector, serving as a compliance professional for one of the nation’s largest banks. In that role, he led the institution’s Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) and Military Lending Act (MLA) compliance programs—ensuring that servicemembers and their families received the legal protections guaranteed to them under federal law.
Today, Mack has returned to private practice, where he focuses on family law, criminal defense, and advocacy for servicemembers and veterans.
His approach to the law reflects the same principles that defined his military career: discipline, preparation, integrity, and unwavering commitment to those he represents.
Professional Affiliations
- State Bar of Michigan
- State Bar of Michigan — Criminal Law Section
- State Bar of Michigan — Family Law Section
- Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Reserve Organization of America — Life Member
- Military Officers Association of America — Life Member
- Veterans of Foreign Wars — Life Member
- American Legion
Why Choose Spickard Law
Clients turn to Mack because he brings a rare combination of courtroom experience, military leadership, and strategic discipline to every case.
Key qualities that define his representation include:
Leadership Under Pressure
Retired U.S. Army Colonel with more than three decades of service in high-responsibility leadership roles.
Disciplined Preparation
Every case is approached with the same level of planning and attention to detail required in military operations.
Integrity And Accountability
Clients receive honest guidance, clear communication, and representation grounded in professional ethics.
30+ Years Experience
Handled thousands of cases in Mid-Michigan courts, including substantial jury trial work in serious criminal matters.
A Commitment To Protecting What Matters Most
Whether defending against criminal charges or navigating complex family law issues, Mack focuses on protecting his clients' rights, reputations, and futures.