Business Details
Your Trusted Criminal Defense Team in Michigan
Chartier & Nyamfukudza is a team of seasoned criminal defense litigators dedicated to defending clients' rights in state and federal courts across Michigan. Founded by attorneys who share a commitment to justice, we specialize in complex criminal defense litigation, including trials, appeals, Title IX hearings, and expungements. Our attorneys have decades of combined experience, a proven track record of success in high-stakes cases, and a reputation for handling matters others avoid.We prioritize client-centered advocacy, offering personalized strategies to navigate legal challenges while maintaining transparency and ethical standards. Our team's expertise extends to consulting for other attorneys, appellate advocacy training, and achieving dismissals and not-guilty verdicts in cases involving serious criminal charges.
Services
Criminal Defense
Trial Litigation
Appeals
Title IX Hearings
Expungements
Highlights and features
- We have decades of experience in state and federal criminal defense trials.
- Our team has won numerous dismissals and not-guilty verdicts in complex cases.
- We specialize in appellate advocacy, including three Michigan Supreme Court wins.
- Our client-focused approach prioritizes constitutional rights and personalized strategies.
- We offer consulting services to other attorneys on litigation techniques and strategy.
What people say
Magnificent job
Not guilty verdicts
Compassionate support
Saved our family
Competent and brilliant team
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice focuses on protecting clients' constitutional rights in state and federal courts. We handle complex felony and misdemeanor cases, including sexual assault, drug crimes, and homicide charges. Our attorneys combine trial experience with strategic motion practice to secure dismissals, acquittals, and reduced sentences.
Trial Litigation
We specialize in courtroom advocacy with a proven record of not-guilty verdicts in high-stakes trials. Our approach combines thorough evidence analysis, witness preparation, and constitutional challenges to government evidence. We handle both jury and bench trials across Michigan's judicial system.
Appeals
Our appellate practice includes state and federal appeals, habeas corpus petitions, and post-judgment motions. We have secured multiple reversals of wrongful convictions, including three Michigan Supreme Court victories. Our team also trains attorneys on appellate strategy and argument techniques.
Title IX Hearings
We represent students in Title IX investigations and disciplinary proceedings at Michigan universities. Our services include evidence review, hearing preparation, and appeal advocacy to protect academic careers from false accusations of misconduct.
Expungements
We assist clients in clearing criminal records through expungement petitions. Our process includes compiling rehabilitation evidence, drafting legal arguments, and court representation to demonstrate eligibility for conviction set-aside under Michigan law.
People
Mary Chartier
Attorney
Award-winning criminal defense attorney with extensive trial experience. Served as Michigan Supreme Court clerk, teaches appellate advocacy, and has secured multiple not-guilty verdicts in high-profile cases.
Takura Nyamfukudza
Attorney
Experienced litigator focusing on constitutional challenges and complex criminal defense. Recognized for success in federal conspiracy cases and appellate advocacy across Michigan courts.
Marisa Vinsky
Litigator
Skilled attorney specializing in Title IX hearings and appellate motions. Known for client advocacy in university disciplinary proceedings and post-conviction relief cases.
Tony Palmer-Peterson
Firm Administrator
Manages firm operations and client relations with over a decade of experience in legal administration. Focuses on ensuring smooth case management and client communication.
Kim Barrus
Paralegal
Supports litigation teams with case preparation, evidence organization, and legal research. Brings 8 years of experience in criminal defense documentation and court filing processes.
Questions
What types of criminal cases do you handle?
We handle all felony and misdemeanor cases, including sexual assault, drug crimes, homicide, and federal conspiracy charges.
Do you handle appeals and post-conviction motions?
Yes, we specialize in appellate advocacy with multiple wins in Michigan Supreme Court and Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Can you help with expungement applications?
Yes, we guide clients through the expungement process to remove convictions from their records.
Are your attorneys available for trial consultation?
Yes, we consult with other law firms on litigation strategy, trial preparation, and appellate arguments.
Do you handle Title IX hearings at universities?
Yes, we represent students in Title IX investigations and hearings across Michigan institutions.