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Over 25 years of aggressive criminal defense for ALL felonies and misdemeanors in ALL courts in the state of Michigan.  I will make sure that your rights are protected and that you get the very BEST possible outcome on your case.

I'm the Hippie Lawyer, at your service.. I am based in the metro Detroit area and I specialize in all Criminal Defense misdemeanors and felonies including: drunk driving, drugs, domestic violence, larceny, retail fraud, expungement, medical marijuana, traffic tickers, driver's license restoration and more!. As part of the "hippie law experience", I aggressively defend your rights as well as provide  theraputic advice and direction to those in need. Let me help you with all your legal troubles and help guide you towards the light. Transcend the law.

I take a holistic approach to the practice of law.  Getting to know clients, and not just their cases, helps clients to get through their difficult legal matters as well as assist in the preparation for any legal proceedings.  Most people are not seeking an attorney to represent them when times are good.  Understanding this, it is important to not only know my clients on a more personal level, but to understand them as it relates to their case.  My diverse background and experience is an asset in representing clients in Michigan courts.  My background in public safety (law enforcement and EMS) serves as a foundation to all legal matters.. Criminal Defense:  As a former police officer, I have a unique view of a case regarding the investigation, procedure, decisions made, and various evidentiary issues.  I have vast training in response and investigation.  For example, I am certified in Data Master (Breathalyzer) tests, Preliminary Breath Tests (road breath test), Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST), Domestic Violence response and intervention, narcotic issues, motor vehicle theft, and traffic RADAR.  In addition, I have experience regarding all types of assault, homicides, attempted homicides, criminal sexual conduct, and property crimes.  I have literally handled everything from the traffic ticket up to a homicide.   Having this experience gives me in a unique circumstance in reinvestigating a case and into cross-examination at trial.  During a recent trial, during cross-examination of police witnesses, I demonstrated the Standard Field Sobriety Tests (SFST) for the jury to reveal the inadequacies of the investigation.  This ultimately lead to a Not-Guilty verdict for Operating While Intoxicated even though the breathalyzer indicated a .18 blood alcohol level.. Family Law:  During law school, I was a volunteer student attorney for two semesters.  This position allowed me to practice law in the Oakland County Family Court while representing those persons who did not have the financial means to afford representation.  My experiences throughout that role, and as a police officer dealing with various family law issues, have really benefited clients.  Understandably, during family cases, emotions are volatile.  As a trained mediator, I take an approach to have an open discussion and ongoing dialogue to assist clients in resolving their difficult family matter as amicable as possible.  On the other hand, sometimes a resolution is not within reach.  In these cases, I use aggressive techniques available to prevail.. Trial Lawyer's College:  In addition, I have trained at the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer's College in Dubois, Wyoming.  I have completed the criminal defense, "Defense of the Damned" program as well as more focused programs by using the Trial Lawyer's College method to jury selection, direct examination, cross-examination, and closing argument.  One of my greatest honors was to have the time to train personally with Gerry Spence while in Wyoming.. I have lived in Ferndale, Michigan for almost my entire life.   I participated in many campaigns both politically and related to ballot issues to improve the community.  My parents and sisters all still reside in the area.  While I do not have any children myself, I enjoy being an uncle to my nieces and nephews.  In my free time, I enjoy being a student pilot and attending seminars both related and not related to the practice of law.  I am currently attending classes at Wayne State University completing a Master of Public Administration degree.

I am a smart attorney.  I do the reading and the research for every case.  I look for resolution before confrontation.  My client and I map out the case strategy together.. Clients often look for aggressive defense attorneys - and this is an important quality.  (I put it in my website URL!)  But aggression without an intelligent plan just leads to trouble.. Visit my website.  Check out some of the published appellate opinions in my cases.

During law school, Patrick worked full-time as a judicial clerk for the Honorable James B. Brady in the 47th District Court for the City of Farmington Hills, MI. In this position, Patrick was able to gain invaluable insight to the inter-workings of the court system and the behind the scenes interactions with judges, attorneys, probation officers and the court staff.  In addition to his clerkship for Judge James B. Brady, Patrick also completed internships with both the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office and the Wayne County Public Defender’s Office specializing in felony representation.

Christopher Urban graduated from Oakland University in 2012 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology. In addition to graduating Summa Cum Laude, Chris was awarded the Donald I. Warren Award for Academic Excellence throughout his time at the university. Upon graduation, Chris began working as Mr. Morris’ driver for court appointments to gain experience before law school. Chris was awarded the Dean’s Scholar Full Tuition Scholarship to Wayne State University. During his time in law school, Chris was a member of the Wayne State Law Mock Trial Team, being named Vice-Chairman his third year. He also worked in the Legal Advocacy for People with Cancer Clinic through Karmanos Cancer Center, providing legal services to low-income individuals with cancer.. Chris would return each summer throughout law school to clerk for Mr. Morris. After passing the MI Bar Exam on his first attempt in October 2016, Chris completed his journey from an unpaid driver to associate attorney at The Law Offices of Barton Morris.. Chris brings a wealth of experience to the firm. He has performed numerous “ride-along” with the Macomb County Sheriff’s Department and the Sterling Heights Police Department. In addition, he was an intern at the Detroit DEA Field Office. Finally, he is a published author (Sexual Victimization: Then and Now. ISBN 978-1483308173). Chris has attended the NHTSA Field Sobriety Test Seminar and the Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) seminar.

Charlotte Steffen specializes in criminal defense and driver’s license restorations. She has been practicing law for nearly 20 years. Her experience includes thousands of criminal cases, including capital offenses and high profile cases. She began her career at the Legal Aid and Defender Association of Detroit, handling the toughest felonies in Wayne County. She went into private practice in 2002 and has continued helping those who need it most.. Charlotte is an adjunct law professor at the Detroit Mercy Law School in the Criminal Trial Clinic. She supervises student attorneys and lectures on drunk driving and driver’s license issues. She is also on the faculty of the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan in which she helps train lawyers to become trial lawyers.. Charlotte has attended the best colleges and universities. She is a graduate of the prestigious Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer’s College, the Detroit Mercy School of Law and the University of Michigan. She scored in the top five percent on the bar examination.. Education:. Continuing Education:. Affiliations/Memberships:

Call the office at (248) 541- 2600 and schedule a free consultation.. Michigan Criminal Defense Attorney Barton Morris is the founder and principal attorney at The Law Offices of Barton Morris. Backed by over 20 years of legal experience, he has a comprehensive understanding of this complex area of law. He can proficiently guide you throughout every stage of the criminal proceedings while helping you make sound decisions about the future. Attorney Morris is the only Michigan Forensic Lawyer-Scientist designated by the American Chemical Society. He is 1 of only 22 attorneys in the nation to have earned this distinction. This designation means that he has in-depth knowledge of forensic evidence and how to attack it. He also is highly effective at what he does, garnering numerous accomplishments and awards throughout his career. Attorney Morris is rated 10 by AVVO and has been selected to Super Lawyers® in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018.. Call the office at (248) 541- 2600 and schedule a free consultation.

Call our office at for a free consultation! We look forward to assisting you.. Samuel is a passionate attorney who truly cares about his clients.  His dedication makes him an excellent advocate in the courtroom.  Samuel believes the key to effective representation is being prepared, and that means getting to know his clients and their case.. Samuel graduated from Oakland University in 2011, with a B.A. in Political Science with a concentration in Pre-Law. He earned his J.D. from Thomas M. Cooley Law School and was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 2014. During his time at Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Samuel earned the Certificate of Merit in Trial Skills, which is awarded to the highest performing student. The following term Sam served as a teaching assistant, aiding students with trial preparation and strategy. He was also selected as a member of the National Mock Trial team for Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2014.. Samuel started his professional career as an intern in the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office. He was assigned to the Child Abuse Unit and worked primarily on cases that involved sex offenses against children. As his focus at The Bennett Law Firm, PLC, this provides him with incredible insight into how prosecutors handle these types of cases.  This is an incredibly sensitive area of the law and Samuel has what it takes to make you feel comfortable every step of the way.. Samuel represents individuals charged with misdemeanors and felonies throughout the State of Michigan, from Detroit to Grand Rapids, and Ferndale to Traverse City.  In 2017 and 2018, he was selected by Super Lawyers as a Rising Stars attorney, which is only awarded the top 2.5% of attorneys in the State of Michigan.. The Bennett Law Firm, PLC opened in April 2018 with one goal in mind: guiding individuals through the most difficult time in their lives.  It has always been Samuel's dream to have his own office where he can help people.  This firm is dedicated to your success and Samuel will do everything he can to help you achieve your goals.

As a lawyer, I am proud to have dedicated my career to the passionate pursuit of justice. Regardless of whether a case is criminal or civil in nature, my objective is, and always will be, to provide the most effective and ethical representation for my crime victim or client within the law.. It makes me proud to know that some of my biggest supporters are former legal adversaries.

A graduate of Michigan State University and the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, and a member of the Oakland County Bar Association and the State Bar of Michigan, Lowell Friedman is the founder and managing member of the Friedman Law Firm, PLLC. Lowell’s long-term practice focuses exclusively on Family Law and Criminal Defense.. A proficient Michigan trial lawyer, Lowell frequently appears in court to handle motions, hearings, and trials throughout the State of Michigan, from everywhere in the metropolitan Detroit area to the western and northern parts of the state.. Due to his success, Lowell has received the distinguished Super Lawyers award, which is based on an independent rating of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. Only 5 percent or fewer of the lawyers in any state are named as Super Lawyers.. Lowell is actively involved in the community. He recently completed his term on the Board of Directors of Hillel Day School and participates in several civic organizations in the Royal Oak and Berkley area.. Lowell is happily married to his wife Jennifer, a Ph.D. in psychology who has worked for many years with young people and families to assure they are learning and thriving at the highest levels. Lowell and Jennifer enjoy spending time with their two children, Max and Jacob.

A graduate of DePaul University College of Law in Chicago, Illinois, I am duly licensed to practice in Michigan and Illinois, and have experience in a variety of cases including first-degree murder, reckless driving, operating while intoxicated causing death, drug crimes, white-collar crimes, internet cases, weapons charges, sex offenses, forgery, domestic violence, theft, traffic cases, and juvenile cases, in state and federal court.