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Attorney Scott R. Bigger of Manley & Manley provides aggressive representation for clients who are facing charges in Flint and throughout Michigan. When you are in legal trouble, you need a strong advocate who will take your case seriously and fight for your rights. You can count on attorney Bigger to give your case the attention it deserves.. No matter how straightforward it may seem, a criminal case can quickly become complicated. A conviction can affect your life and your future. You could face jail time or substantial fines. Your job could be at risk, and a criminal record can make it difficult for you to find other work. That’s why you need a criminal defense attorney who will fight for you.. Attorney Bigger understands the seriousness of the charges you are facing and the impact they could have. He builds a strong defense based on facts and won’t stop fighting on your behalf until he gets the best possible outcome. He knows the law and he know how to get results.. Attorney Bigger has been recognized for his distinguished research and writing abilities. Through pretrial motions, he has been able to secure successful outcomes for many of his clients. As a leader in this area of practice, he has often served as a mentor to other attorneys.. When you come in for a free case evaluation with attorney Bigger, you can expect him to thoroughly review the details of your case. You can expect him to explain your legal options and give you an honest assessment of what to expect. You can also expect him to take your case seriously and aggressively fight for you.. If you are facing criminal charges, contact us to schedule a free case evaluation.. Background. Attorney Bigger knew early on that he wanted to be a lawyer. As a student at Clarkston High School, he participated in mock trials as well as the teen court program. He continued his education at Grand Valley State University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Political Science.. While attending Wayne State University Law School, Mr. Bigger received special honors recognition in research and writing reserved for only the top students in each class. He was again top in his class in the advanced legal writing courses. He distinguished himself as an advocate uniquely able to identify winning legal arguments and turn complex legal issues into persuasive legal briefs.. During law school, Mr. Bigger interned for the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, serving in the Juvenile and Appellate Divisions and also participated in the Criminal Appellate Practice Seminar offered through the State Appellate Defender’s Office.. Attorney Bigger started his legal career in 2011 opening his own practice as a firm dedicated to devoting each client the time and energy that their case deserves and not just as another case number on a court docket. Attorney Bigger established himself as a formidable trial advocate working on some of the most high-profile cases in Genesee County over the last decade.. In 2015, Attorney Bigger was recognized as one of Michigan’s Top 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers and continues to earn recognition as a top attorney in the industry.

Drunk driving and Criminal Defense law is what I live for. I have always found it fascinating and to keep up on it I research it any time possible. When I am not studying the law I enjoy mountain biking and spending time outdoors. I have been blessed in this life and I never forget it.

Mellisa A. Wise graduated from Michigan State University College of Law in 2019. In her first summer as a law student, Mellisa worked as a legal intern at the Washtenaw County Public Defender's Office. Prior to graduation, Mellisa served as a Law Fellow in the Special Victims Bureau of the New York County District Attorney's Office, working closely on investigations and trials involving violent sex crimes and child abuse.. After graduation, Mellisa began working as a line ADA at the New York County District Attorney's Office, handling a large and complex caseload. During her time as a line ADA, Mellisa prosecuted cases involving assaults, child abuse, sex crimes, crimes involving domestic violence, animal abuse, and drunk driving. Mellisa views the training and mentorship she received as an ADA and Law Fellow as invaluable to her litigation practice, and credits her proven winning track record to the intensive and hands-on training provided to her as a prosecutor.. In 2021, Mellisa moved back to her home state of Michigan, settling first in Petoskey, and ultimately in the Boyne area. After moving to northern Michigan, and following her admission to the Michigan bar exam, Mellisa worked in law firms specializing in contract disputes, estate planning, custody/parenting disputes, divorce, adoption, paternity disputes, personal injury, and more.. Mellisa has developed a collaborative practice style, specializing in high conflict parenting time disputes and collaborative divorce proceedings. Mellisa is also an experienced trial attorney and strong courtroom advocate. She is passionate about arming her clients with the tools they need to have a productive and peaceful co-parenting relationship, even when tensions are high.. Having worked professionally as both a criminal defense attorney and a prosecutor, Mellisa developed a unique perspective of the criminal justice system. She has a great appreciation for the importance of prompt communication, proactive lawyering, and thoughtful preparation. When facing the daunting prospective of criminal consequences, Mellisa Wise is well-equipped to protect your rights, mitigate the negative effects of arrest, and help reduce your chances of reoffending and/or future arrest.. Mellisa lives with her husband, stepson, and two dogs. Outside of the office, Mellisa loves to read, bake, and hike with her family. She is endlessly grateful for the northern Michigan community and is proud to serve a large range of counties, including counties located in the Upper Peninsula.

My name is Purna Krishnamoorthy. I attended law school at Western Michigan University, Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Auburn Hills, Michigan where I obtained my Juris Doctor. Prior to law school I attended Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan where I obtained my bachelors degree, I majored in Spanish and minored in Philosophy.. During my undergraduate years I began to develop my legal interests early on. In 2005, I was chosen for a prestigious internship under the then, Chief Magistrate Judge of Detroit's 36th District Court. Here began my first courtroom experiences that would inevitably mold me into someone very passionate about safeguarding the rights of others. During this time I also learned the importance of seeking out the proper mentors in the field of law. It was because of the many rolemodels that I was fortunate enough to meet, both Judges and attorneys, that I decided to go to law school.. While in law school my interests expanded further. I gained experiences through various internships in the areas of landlord tenant law, public benefits, criminal law, family law, contract law, immigration law and juvenile adjudication, amongst others.. I am now a managing attorney of the law firm Krishnamoorthy & Associates. We now offer our passion-driven legal services to the Metro-Detroit area. Our firm strives to provide our clients with the best legal counsel available, working around the clock to ensure that our client's needs are met, and hoping that their expectations are exceeded. We pride ourselves on our efficiency, diligence and professionalism.. We practice law in the areas of:. If you have a legal issue that you need addressed, please contact us.

Attorney Joshua Aprile has focused his practice on criminal, immigration and family law matters. He has practiced in courts throughout south east Michigan and has represented hundreds of clients before immigration authorities.  Mr. Aprile is dedicated to serving his clients and protecting their rights.  Whether you are fighting criminal charges, battling for custody of your children, or helping a family member immigrate, Attorney Aprile will zealously fight on your behalf.

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:

Former Judge.  Former County Commissioner. Member of State Bar of Michigan Standard Criminal Jury Instructions Committee.  Chairman - Executive Clemency Advisory Council for The State of Michigan.  Experienced and successful trial lawyer with broad background in many areas of practice.  Author, teacher, litigator, advocate. My experience includes serving as Guardian Ad Litem for dozens of disabled minors.  I have a license to practice Social Work as well as law and post-graduate training in dispute resolution.  Also experience as a Mediator.