Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers Near me in ZIP 48823

Troy D. Clarke is a member of the Willingham & Cote', P.C.'s Litigation Group.  Mr. Clarke is admitted to practice in Michigan state and federal courts.  He has represented clients in all phases of litigation, including at trial and in the appellate courts.  His practice specialties include the areas of insurance coverage defense, no-fault defense, and criminal defense.

Tiffany L. DeBruin is an experienced Lansing criminal defense lawyer. She is dedicated to representing her clients to the best possible outcome for their legal situations and ensuring that their rights and freedoms are protected throughout the legal process. Tiffany's practice areas include criminal defense, traffic defense, and OWIs. While many attorneys direct client communication through paralegals or legal support staff, Tiffany personally answers and responds to her clients. She is tireless in her pursuit of justice.

Steven W. Dulan is a licensed attorney and real estate broker and has held a Michigan real estate license since 1983. He holds a BA degree from Michigan State University with a double major in International Studies and Political Science. Mr. Dulan also holds a Juris Doctor degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School, where he was awarded a full scholarship based on academic excellence.

Mike Cheltenham is a distinguished alumnus of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and holds a Juris Doctor degree from Wayne State University Law School. With a rich professional background, he currently serves as Of Counsel at Cheltenham Law, PLLC, specializing in criminal defense throughout Mid-Michigan.. Leveraging Prosecution Experience for Your DefenseMike's journey in the criminal law spans over two decades, including his tenure as Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for the Ingham County Prosecutor’s Office. This extensive prosecutorial experience is a unique asset in defending criminal cases. Here's why it benefits you:• Insider Knowledge: Having been on the other side, Mike understands the strategies and tactics prosecutors use. This insight allows him to anticipate their moves and develop robust defense strategies to counteract them.• Strong Relationships: Mike’s long-standing relationships with law enforcement and other legal professionals can facilitate smoother negotiations and more favorable outcomes for his clients.• Comprehensive Case Analysis: His experience in prosecuting complex cases, including those involving child abuse, sexual assault, and narcotics, means he can scrutinize every detail of your case to identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s arguments.• Proven Leadership: As a supervising attorney, Mike oversaw numerous cases and legal personnel, honing his ability to manage and navigate the intricacies of the legal system effectively.. Extensive Legal ExpertiseDuring his years at the Ingham County Prosecutor’s Office, Mike held supervisory roles in:• Child Abuse/Sexual Assault Unit (criminal sexual conduct involving minors, computer sex crimes, and child abuse)• District Court Unit (domestic violence, drunk driving, traffic offenses, and assaults)• Circuit Court Unit (low level felony offenses to capital crimes including armed robbery and murder)• Tri-County Metro Narcotics Unit (delivery, possession, and possession with intent to deliver cocaine, heroin, fentanyl, meth, and other various controlled substances)In these positions, he gained expertise across the spectrum of criminal law. This experience gave him a deep understanding of both the prosecutorial process and the importance of a vigorous defense to protect a defendant’s rights and vindicate the wrongly accused.. Started in Criminal DefenseBefore his impressive career at the prosecutor’s office, Mike dedicated himself to criminal defense in Northern Michigan, representing indigent clients facing felony charges in Alpena, Montmorency, Alcona, and Presque Ilse counties.. Educator and MentorIn addition to his legal practice, Mike has shared his wealth of knowledge and experience as an Adjunct Professor at Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School, where he taught trial skills for 13 years. As a professor he instructed students in the nuances of trial advocacy, public speaking, and courtroom persuasion.. Contact UsIf you are facing criminal charges and need an experienced defense attorney who can leverage insider prosecutorial knowledge for your benefit, contact Mike Cheltenham at Cheltenham Law, PLLC. Let our expertise and dedication work for you.

I graduated from MSU with a Bachelor of Arts in 1987.  While at MSU I was a member of the varsity golf team.  Immediately upon graduation, I entered law school at Thomas M. Cooley in Lansing, Michigan.  I also began employment at the firm of Abood, Abood and Rheaume.  Although the standard graduation path from Cooley was 9 semesters, I accelerated and graduated in 7 while also maintaining a high GPA; graduating with cum laude status in the top 5 of my class.  Upon graduation, I was offered a prestigious position to clerk for Supreme Court Justice Michael F. Cavangah, where I was employed for approximately 2 years.  After finishing my clerkship with the Supreme Court, I returned to the law firm of Abood, Abood & Rheume where I worked for 5 years.  In 1997, I decided to open my own firm (the Abood Law Firm), and in 1998 other family members joined my firm including F. Joseph Abood (brother) and Fredric S. Abood (Father).. Although most lawyers today specialize in one or two areas of practice, I have been fortunate enough to have clients that have requested my services in a wide area of practice.  I have acted as Lead Counsel in real estate transactions exceeding $20,000,000.  I was Lead Counsel on one of the more complicated Brownfield Credit Real Estate developments in the state.  Admittedly, I am most noted for the number of high profile criminal defense cases, including cases that have drawn the attention of the national media.  Such cases include defending Drew Peterson out of the state of Illinois for approximately 2 years (Nov 2007 to April 2010).  My representation of Drew Peterson included having the court enter an Order requiring the State to return his property that was seized after several search warrants were issued, and the court dismissing a gun charge against him.  In addition, I was one of three attorneys that represented Drew Peterson during an evidentiary hearing from January 19, 2010 to February 19, 2010 in which I crossed the most witnesses and successfully helped suppress 10 of the 15 hearsay statements.  I also represented Lisa Holland who was charged with Open Murder in the death of her 7 year old adopted son.  The case was covered state wide including national media.  In May of 2009, a former Ingham County Judge was charged with OWI.  The Abood Law Firm filed a Motion to Suppress and the case was dismissed.. I have extensive experience in commercial litigation including non competes, claims of tortious interference, wrongful death, wrongful discharge and personal injury cases.  In 2009, I obtained a verdict of approximately $450,000 plus interest against a bonding company that bonded a general contractor which subsequently failed to pay my client for services rendered.  I recently obtained a verdict for a major real estate company when its client failed to pay a commission earned by my client.  I have been asked to speak at Cooley Law School and Michigan State University Law School on a number of occasions based on the high profile cases that I have handled.. If you have a case that is going to court, you should consider contacting the Abood Law Firm.

I graduate from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science with a Specialization in International Business. While at MSU, I played on the varsity softball team. After I graduated, I attended Michigan State University College of Law. While at MSU, I was selected to participate in the Trial Practice Institute, which is a specialized litigation program. I received Jurisprudence Book Awards in Evidence, Trademark & Unfair Competition, Decedent's, Trusts, and Estates. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from MSU.. My areas of practice include Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Domestic Relations, and Civil Litigation.. Throughout my tenure working at the Abood Law Firm, I have worked on a number of high profile cases. I have extensive experience working on OWI cases. In 2011, I worked on over 50 different OWI cases with over 1/3 of the cases resulting in no criminal conviction. I have worked in a number of different jurisdictions, including East Lansing, Lansing, Marshall, Battle Creek, Traverse City, and all the way up to St. Ignace.

I am committed to results.  I am a trial lawyer who will take your case to trial if there are no other options. No matter how intense your situation, how badly you need a certain outcome or how dire the facts of your case. I spent thousands of hours and tens of thousands of dollars in learning forensic evidence, the law regarding drugs and alcohol and the phisiological affect of drugs in the human body. .     I am a leader. I wrote the book on OWI for West Publishing. I am an adjunct professor of DUI Law and Practice at Thomas M. Cooley Law School and Forensic Evidence in Criminal Law. I spoke over dozens of times to teach other lawyers. The reason: others look to me for leadership and learning. I developed an in depth knowledge of forensic science. I am the lawyer whose litigation led the Michigan State Police to change the way that it handles blood alcohol analyses. I was selected as a presenter for the 2012, 2013 and 2014 American Academy of Forensic Science (AAFS) annual conferences. I practice exclusively in criminal defense with an emphasis on defending citizens charged with driving while intoxicated. My practice style is to utilize litigation to position a client to achieve results.. I am in court very often and in stressful situations. Those situations are situations in which I thrive. To relax I run, read and write often. I spent 10 years as a journalist working in television and radio. I worked for a statewide radio news network, a CBS-owned radio station in Detroit and for a television station in Lansing.. I believe in the right to have a trial. I believe that you as a citizen, have the right to have a lawyer stand by you through every phase of a criminal case.. Our constitution is a sacred document formed thanks to the blood and sacrifice of our founders and preserved by the modern day footsoldiers of trial lawyers. I am proud to be part of the loyal fraternity of constitutional warriors who protect the rights of those citizens accused of crimes, no matter how heinous those alleged crimes may be to the accusors or the public.

Frank Hathaway studied at the University of Detroit-Mercy graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. He completed his study of law at Michigan State University College of Law graduating with the degree of Juris Doctor Cum Laude. Mr. Hathaway is admitted to practice in all Michigan Courts, the United States Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, and the United States Bankruptcy Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan. He is an active member in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan, past elected member of its Representative Assembly,  member of the Criminal Law Section and a past active member of the Character and Fitness Committee of the Michigan State Bar Association.. Mr. Hathaway focuses his practice on Bankruptcy Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, Estate Planning, Criminal Defence,  Business Formation and Continuation, Consumer Debt Relief, Creditor and Debtor relation, Real Estate, Matrimonial Law.. In 2001, the Law Center was formed with a mission of helping individuals and entities by providing quality legal representation, counsel and advice. The Law Center helps its clients grow and discover potential areas for improvement, opportunity and expansion. In 2005 the Law Center was joined by attorney Kelly M. Fletcher to help provide a wider base of legal services. Ms. Fletcher brings to the Law Center a wide and varied experience in business administration, accountancy, tax issue resolution as well as a very successful criminal defense practice.

Andrew Vuckovich is a Trial Lawyer who has obtained not guilty verdicts on every felony charge he has ever taken to trial. He treats his clients like family and fiercly represents your rights. He has worked on both sides of the system as a Prosecutor in Flint, MI for the Genesee County Prosecutor’s Office Mr. Vuckovich gained valuable insights into the world of criminal justice thsat he now puts to work for the people of Michigan as a top-noth Criminal Defense Attorney in Ingham, Eaton, Clinton and every other county in Michigan. Vuckovich Legal PLC will also handle a lot of other matters for you and gets you excellent results with regularity. Traffic tickets, Expungements, Wills & Trusts, and so much more. They are so easy to call and will call you back quicker than you think with answers to your questions!