Business Details
13 Years
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Trusted Criminal Defense Attorney in Ludington, MI
The Law Office of Michael B. Brown is a criminal defense practice rooted in extensive legal experience and a deep understanding of the justice system. Founded in 2013, our firm combines the perspective of a former prosecutor with the dedication of a defense attorney to provide strategic representation. We specialize in DUI defense, felony and misdemeanor cases, drug charges, and license reinstatement matters across northwestern Michigan.Our approach prioritizes personalized attention, leveraging insights from both sides of the courtroom to protect clients' rights and freedoms. With a focus on transparency and client education, we offer free consultations and flexible payment options to ensure accessible legal support.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Drug Charges
Felony Offenses
License Reinstatement
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer former prosecutor insight into criminal defense strategy
- Free consultations available for all criminal charge cases
- Personalized attention to each client's unique legal circumstances
- Proven track record in DUI and felony defense cases
- Flexible payment options for legal representation
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles misdemeanor and felony charges with strategic representation. We protect clients' rights through trial preparation, plea negotiations, and evidence analysis. With experience as both prosecutor and defense attorney, we develop tailored defense strategies for charges ranging from domestic violence to sexual assault cases.
DUI Defense
Specialized DUI defense services address alcohol and drug-related driving charges. We challenge evidence through traffic stop legality analysis and field sobriety test accuracy reviews. Our former prosecutor perspective identifies weaknesses in the state's case while developing mitigation strategies for license protection and penalty reduction.
Drug Charges
We defend against drug possession, distribution, and prescription fraud charges with constitutional rights analysis. Our approach challenges unlawful search and seizure practices while developing mitigation strategies for treatment alternatives. We handle cases involving controlled substances, trafficking allegations, and related criminal charges.
Felony Offenses
Our felony defense covers violent crimes, theft offenses, and white-collar charges. We provide bail advocacy, trial preparation, and sentencing mitigation services. We handle complex cases involving drug crimes, weapons charges, and sex offenses with strategic courtroom representation and evidence investigation.
License Reinstatement
We assist with Michigan license reinstatement proceedings following OWI convictions. Our services include sobriety assessment preparation, documentation strategy, and hearing representation. We guide clients through Secretary of State requirements to demonstrate rehabilitation and driving responsibility.
People
Michael B. Brown
Criminal Defense Attorney
Former prosecutor and defense attorney with experience in Michigan and Arizona courts. Graduated from Wayne State University Law School, member of National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Specializes in DUI defense, felony cases, and license reinstatement matters.
Questions
What criminal charges do you handle in Michigan?
We handle all felony and misdemeanor charges including DUI, drug offenses, domestic violence, theft crimes, and sex offenses across northwestern Michigan.
How does your prosecutorial experience benefit my case?
Understanding prosecution strategies helps identify case weaknesses and develop effective defense tactics during negotiations and courtroom proceedings.
Can you help with license reinstatement after OWI?
Yes, we guide clients through Michigan's license reinstatement process including sobriety documentation and hearing preparation.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free, confidential consultations for all criminal defense matters.
What areas do you serve?
We represent clients in Mason, Manistee, Oceana, Lake, Newaygo, and Osceola Counties across northwestern Michigan.