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Kevin Banyon concentrates in the areas of criminal law, with a specialty in DUI and drug offenses. Kevin focuses his practice in the area of criminal law, but is willing to accept referrals in all areas of law. Burch & Banyon is a full service general practice partnership. Kevin is a trial lawyer and is determined to fight for your rights until justice is served in both the criminal and civil courts.. Kevin Banyon was born and raised in Berrien County, Michigan. After graduating from St. Joseph High School in 1996, Kevin pursued a degree in Political Science Pre-law at Michigan State University, where he graduated in 2000. Kevin proceeded to DePaul University College of Law in Chicago, Illinois where he graduated in 2003. While at DePaul, Kevin was an editor on the DePaul Business Law Journal, and clerked for several prestigious personal injury law firms. Upon graduation from law school, Kevin obtained a law license in the State of Illinois, and practiced law in the City of Chicago—specializing in insurance defense and civil litigation. In 2004, Mr. Banyon obtained a law license in the State of Indiana. In 2007, Kevin obtained his law license in the State of Michigan. Additionally, Kevin is licensed to practice before the Illinois Federal Court and Michigan Federal Court. After obtaining his Michigan bar license, Kevin returned to Southwest Michigan to work with his father, Jack Banyon, at the law offices of BURCH & BANYON.  In 2012, Kevin Banyon become the owner and managing partner of Burch & Banyon.

Michael Hills is a graduate of Michigan State University School of Law, where he graduated with a cum laude distinction. After graduation, Hills served as a law clerk for Circuit Court Judge Harry A. Beach in Allegan County, Michigan After serving his year clerkship for Judge Beach, Hills opened his own practice in Kalamazoo Michigan. Mr. Hills’ practice is limited to criminal defense and has been since the first client walked through the door. Hills is a member in good standing of the Michigan Bar and the Federal Western District of Michigan.. Mr. Hills is an active member of the Kalamazoo Trial Lawyers Association and served as the organization’s president from 2002 to 2004. Hills is also an active member of the Kalamazoo Bar Association’s Board, serving on multiple committees. Other memberships include the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan.. Hills serves on the policy board for the Kalamazoo Drug Court and is an active participant in planning sessions for the Drug Court in Kalamazoo.. Mr. Hills’ experience runs the full gamut of the criminal spectrum. He has handled numerous murder cases, a multitude of minor in possession of alcohol charges, and everything in between, including both state and federal charges. Hills has extensive experience handling cases before formal charges are filed, as well as through trial and through the appeals process.. Mike loves the water, either on top of it skiing or underwater scuba diving/snorkeling/spearfishing. He is also an amatuer orchardist and maintains a small orchard where he forces his family to labor!

Attorney Ryan Wojtowicz studied law at the Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan, and graduated in the top 5% of his class.  While in law school, he was a Senior Associate Editor for the Thomas M. Cooley Law Review; a Criminal-Procedure Teaching Assistant; an extern at the Legal Office of Governor Jennifer M. Granholm; and an extern at the Washtenaw County Office of the Public Defender.  Before studying law, he received his undergraduate degree at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan.. Attorney Ryan Wojtowicz lives in St. Joseph, Michigan, with his wife and son.  He is a member of the Benton Harbor Rotary Club, and his hobbies include: volunteer work in the community, playing basketball, and spending time with his family.

Attorney Jessica E. LaFond grew up in Watervliet, Michigan.  She graduated from Michigan State University in 2010 with two Bachelor's Degrees, Political Science - Prelaw and Spanish.  Subsequently, she earned her Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law in 2013.. While living in Chicago, Illinois, Jessica was a Judicial Extern for the Honorable Jesse Reyes at the Circuit Court of Cook County and a Law Clerk for the Chicago Board of Education's Law Department.  Also during law school, Jessica was a clinical student with DePaul University College of Law's Poverty Clinic.. Jessica began as a Law Clerk with Hills at Law, P.C. in September of 2013 and was hired as an Associate Attorney of the firm when she was admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan in 2014.  Jessica's practice is limited to Criminal Defense and its tangential areas, which include Driver's License Restoration, Motions to Set Aside Convictions (Expungements), Petitions for Discontinuation of Sex Offender Registration, Criminal Forfeiture, Restitution, and Personal Protection Order matter.  She has focused her efforts and skills on these areas exclusively since joining Hills at Law, P.C.. Jessica is a member in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan.

I am an assistant public defender in Berrian County representing indigent defendants in felonies from arraignment through trial or guilty plea.

Jonathan R. Baber is dedicated to representing indigent clients in criminal matters. While still a student, Jonathan volunteered at the Washtenaw Public Defenders Office where he handled many cases for indigent clients in Washtenaw County. After law school, Jonathan went on to work in several areas of law, including: Personal Injury, Family, and Real Estate. While he enjoyed working in those areas of law, Jonathan's passion has always been in indigent defense. Jonathan is now a Public Defense attorney in Berrien Countay and works hard to provide his clients the representation they deserve.

Paul has amassed extensive criminal trial experience, with more than 50 jury trials at the misdemeanor and felony level in his relatively brief career. A few of Paul's favorite and notable victories include a not guilty verdict obtained for a client in a two count capital criminal sexual conduct trial in Cass County in the summer of 2014, a not guilty verdict won in a felony domestic violence trial in Berrien County in November of 2015 in which the allegation was that the offense was committed inside the Courthouse and the witnesses were courthouse employees, and a not guilty won in an trial for misdemeanor Aggravated Domestic Vioence in Niles, Michigan in early 2012 in which extensive photographic and physical evidence were presented by the People.. One of Attorney Jancha's favorite areas of practice is that of drivers license restoration. He is well versed in the Michigan Secretary of State Driver License Appeal Division (Administrative Hearings Section) policies and procedures relating to driver license suspension/revocation/denial, habitual offender revocations (alcohol and motor vehicle related felonies) and the appeal and reinstatement of privileges following such suspension/revocations/denials.. Paul lives in St. Joseph, Michigan with his wife, Monica, and their two sons, William and Gabriel. He is a member of the Berrien County Bar Association.

Attorney Albert Mais has been practicing law in Southwest Michigan for over 17 years. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Florida International University in 1994 and went on to earn his Juris Doctorate degree (JD) from the University of Toledo College of Law in 1999.. Whatever your legal situation, Attorney Albert Mais is here to make sure your legal rights are protected. His job is to fight for you through aggressive and comprehensive representation. Attorney Albert Mais focuses his practice in the fields of family law and criminal law. Let his extensive trial experience work for you.

Attorney Trevor Maveal is from Chelsea, Michigan and attended law school at Wayne State University where he received numerous academic awards. He was a prosecuting attorney for nine years prior to joining Hills and practices criminal law exclusively. Maveal has handled thousands of cases ranging from misdemeanor DWI and drug offenses to 1st degree murders.. Trevor's near decade of experience as a prosecutor provides our clients with an added layer of protection and is an asset to any individual facing the criminal justice system.. Trevor is a member of the State of Michigan and Berrien County bar associations. He lives in Berrien County and enjoys golf, being on the water, and beach vacations during Michigan winters.. Education- University of Detroit Mercy, Political Science, magna cum laude- Wayne State University, Juris Doctor. Professional Activity- State Bar of Michigan- Berrien County Bar Association- Kalamazoo County Bar Association- Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Loren Dickstein is an aggressive, intelligent and effective Michigan Criminal Defense Attorney in Southeastern Michigan. His excellent reputation with judges and prosecutors and his advanced trial skills often result in resolutions to cases that other lawyers could not achieve. He deeply cares about his clients, is fearless in court and always returns calls.  He is a senior partner with the premier criminal defense law firm, Lewis & Dickstein, P.L.L.C.. Loren Dickstein is rated AV (Preeminent) by Martindale-Hubbell®.  An AV® certification mark is a significant rating accomplishment - a testament to the fact that a lawyer's peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence.  He has been awarded the prestigious designation of a National Super Lawyer. Fields of practice Include:. Free Consultation - Not Afraid to Win!. My honors and distinctions include:

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.

Based in Oakland County, George Brown is a seasoned criminal defense lawyer with a career spanning over two decades. Serving clients in Oakland, Macomb, Wayne Counties, and beyond, George is celebrated for his dedication to justice and his ability to provide personalized, strategic defenses. His clients frequently commend his deep legal understanding, empathetic approach, and commitment to accessibility, as he remains reachable beyond regular hours, including weekends and holidays. With a proven track record in navigating intricate and challenging cases, George exemplifies the pinnacle of legal representation, ardently safeguarding his clients’ rights and shaping brighter futures for them.

During the 1960's, we witnessed for the first time, citizens fighting back against government overreaching and unfairness. Neil Rockind was born on September 6, 1968, at the height of those tumultuous times in Detroit, Michigan. He received his education from Bloomfield Hills Andover High School (Class of 1986); the University of Michigan (Bachelor of General Studies, 1990); and, Wayne State University Law School (Juris Doctor, 1993).. Rockind's talents as a trial lawyer were honed during his tenure as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office, one of the most famous prosecutor's offices in the country. Rockind was an assistant prosecutor from 1993 to 1997 and handled thousands of criminal cases, many of which resulted in jury trials. Due to both his record and his ferocity, Rockind gained the moniker, "the Rockweiler." His career as a prosecutor was chronicled in profile articles that appeared in several local newspapers, including the Detroit Free Press and the Oakland Press.. As a prosecutor, Rockind quickly became a special prosecutor, the title given to prosecutors who were specifically assigned to handle complex and high profile cases.  As a special prosecutor, he handled the most complex and high profile cases in the office, including but not limited to People v Kevorkian (the prosecution of famed assisted suicide advocate Jack Kevorkian), People v Horton (the prosecution of a pastor charged with taking clandestine videotapes of his parishioners in the bathrooms of his church) and People v Mayhew (a groundbreaking vehicular homicide case). Rockind also prosecuted many high level drug dealers, including one of the few cases resulting from an Oakland County Citizen's Grand Jury indictment.. In 1997, Rockind made a change:  he pursued a career as a criminal defense lawyer.   In private practice, Rockind has handled countless high profile cases. He was the legal commentator for WDIV (NBC) and had a recurring role on a legal news series for WJBK (Fox 2).. He has represented clients in matters ranging from drunk driving to complex federal cases. He has represented lead defendants in cases involving no notoriety whatsoever and others, such as the infamous Basketbrawl (Piston v Pacer) assault case (in which he obtained the only dismissal) and the investigation into noted attorney Geoffrey Nels Fieger, that have garnered national media attention.   Neil Rockind is/has been a member of the Michigan State Bar, New York State Bar, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan, Michigan Trial Lawyers Association, American Bar Association, American Association for Justice, National College of District Attorneys (past member) and Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan (past member). He is a member of the Criminal Defense section of the State Bar of Michigan. He is also on the Regional Advisory Board of the Anti Defamation League and on the Board of Directors for the Friends of the Israeli Defense Force - Michigan Chapter.. He was named one of Michigan's Mover's and Shakers by 944 Magazine and profiled in the October, 2009 Edition of the magazine.  He was also selected as one of Michigan's SuperLaywers for 2009 through 2015 , an honor bestowed upon only 5% of the lawyers practicing in the state.  Super Lawyers Magazine named him among the Top 100 lawyers in Michigan and in 2013 and 2014, he was named among the Top 50 lawyers handling cases for individuals.  He was named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers Association, received the Distinguished Service Award by Oakland County and a DBusiness Top Lawyer by DBussiness Magazine.  In 2015, Rockind earned a the coveted "Leader in the Law" award from the Michigan Lawyer's Weekly.  He was also named among the Nation's Top One Percent by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel.  He has lectured to lawyers, police officers and citizens regarding current issues in law.

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.

Robert M. Goldman is the founding attorney and counselor at law of the Law Offices of Robert Goldman, PLLC. In this role, Robert provides an exceptional level of representation to clients in need of criminal defense, drivers license restoration, and expungements, wherever they may find themselves across Michigan.. Robert’s past legal experience includes complex civil litigation, probate and estate planning, and municipal law. Prior to founding the Law Offices of Robert Goldman, Robert’s practice concentrated on criminal defense, including investigation and post-judgment relief, as an attorney at Lewis & Dickstein, PLLC in Southfield, Michigan. Additionally, Robert's prior experience included all aspects of municipal law, with concentration on ordinance enforcement, real property law, and local government operations. Most importantly, Robert gained significant litigation and trial experience as a township prosecutor, responsible for misdemeanor prosecution enforcement.. Robert's time in practicing both criminal prosecution and defense provides a unique expertise, understanding and appreciation for the services he provides his clients. With a keen eye and attention to detail, Robert possesses a creative and thorough approach to achieve the best resolution.. Robert is a graduate of Michigan State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a concentration in Pre-Law Studies. Robert went on to earn his Juris Doctor from Wayne State University Law School in Detroit, Michigan. While in law school, Robert was an active member of many student organizations, serving as President of the Jewish Law Student Association and Moot Court. Robert’s leadership and enthusiasm continues to this day as a zealous advocate for clients in the courtroom, where he is admitted to practice law in all Michigan State Courts and the Eastern District Federal Court of Michigan.

As a practicing trial attorney, Mr. Lewis has successfully defended thousands of people who were charged with criminal offenses. This successful track record includes dismissals to outright 'not guilty' verdicts by juries in courtrooms across the State.. Randall M. Lewis is a senior partner with the law firm  LEWIS & DICKSTEIN, P.L.L.C. and has been practicing 24 years. Randy Lewis' practice focuses on superior representation of an accused whether the crime is a misdemeanor, felony, or someone being investigated for an alleged crime.. Mr. Lewis has successfully defended people charged with criminal driving offenses, felonies, complex white collar crimes, to capital offenses such as murder and everything in between. His extensive courtroom experience and outstanding track record makes him the ideal attorney for anyone charged or being investigated for any type of crime.. Specialties include:. Randy is well known throughout the Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne County areas for most District and Circuit Courts. His familiarity with the court system and law in addition to his many years of experience make him an excellent candidate to represent you.. Contact him for a free 30 minute consultation.. Not Afraid to Win for you.

The police, prosecutors and judges know and respect attorney Jeffrey G. Schwartz.Experience Counts!. Jeffrey G. Schwartz has been practicing law for over 36 years. Mr. Schwartz is a former Wayne County Prosecutor who was a special assignment prosecutor handling major felony and publicity cases. Mr. Schwartz left the Prosecutors office in 1986 to open his law firm and practices in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Livingston, Monroe, and Genessee Counties. He also practices in Federal Court.