Cy M. Abdo

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Cy M. Abdo

also known as Abdo Law Firm, Cy Matthew Abdo

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 45 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Clinton Township, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

42550 Garfield Road, Clinton Township, MI

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About Cy

Biography

Highest rated lawyer in Macomb County for all criminal, felony, misdemeanor, juvenile, traffic and drunk driving cases. Cy Abdo has received every top national attorney rating for criminal and drunk driving representation.

TOP RATED criminal defense lawyer for misdemeanors, felonies, first time or repeat offenders for adults and juveniles. ALL courts and all crimes: assault, domestic violence, retail fraud, embezzlement, computer crimes, drug crimes, sex crimes, probation violations, etc.

SUPER LAWYER for all drunk driving including: OWI 1st, OWI 2nd, OWI 3rd, OWI causing injury or death, OWI with a high BAC .17, operating under the influence of drugs, refusing breath test appeals, drunk driving probation violations, etc.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Free Consultation. Highest rated Macomb County lawyers for all criminal offenses, adults or juveniles, felony or misdemeanor, in all Macomb, Oakland, St. Clair & Wayne County Courts. Drug crimes (possession/delivery), sex crimes CSC/child porn), internet crimes, assault, felony assault, domestic violence, retail fraud, disorderly conduct, weapon crimes, embezzlement, larceny, fleeing-eluding, resisting-obstructing, MDOP, all traffic, DUI, DWLS.

46 years | 6,250 cases

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DUI and DWI 50%

Free Consultation. Highest rated Macomb County lawyers for all drunk driving or drug driving cases in all Macomb, Oakland, St. Clair & Wayne County Courts. We provide solutions and aggressive legal defense services for first or repeat DUI offenders, felony DUI, Super Drunk - .17% or greater cases, child endangerment, DUI causing serious injury or death. We also provide full legal service in driver license restoration cases if you are revoked for multiple drinking and driving offenses.

46 years | 5,750 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Top Contributor
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AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 45 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1980

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Cy Matthew Abdo, Attorney at Law

42550 Garfield Road, Clinton Township, MI, 48038

cyabdolaw.com/

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Cy M. Abdo's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

138 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Justin | July 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Lawyer handled an even better case

Cy was very professional and knowledgable about his work and was able to lay out guidelines of what was going to happen when I first met him and told him the situation, he cares about his clients and always has their wants ahead of his own, His notoriety and grit helped my case get me only court fine...s with no probation, no testing and no classes! I'd recommend Abdo Law to anyone who has a night out that they fear may have ruined their life

Posted by Carol | March 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The greatest

Over the summer I got into big trouble I needed an attorney and that's how I met the greatest attorney in the world Cy Matthew. On my way to my 1st meeting with him I was scared and felt broken not knowing what he would think of me I was facing 15yrs.after I left his office I felt a ton of weight l...ift off my shoulders Cy didn't look down on me and was full of compassion. He came up with a plan and told me what he was going to try to do again he didn't guarantee but I also had my part to do Cy is not your 9-5.Hes a brilliant hardworking attorney.and returns the same day on the 24th of January the judge handed down my sentence..Cy with his hard work took it down from 15yrs in jail to probation. As I left the court room I was thinking if I was to hire someone else my freedom would have never happened. Cy Matthew is brilliant and is and always be my HERO...THANK YOU CY..I will never forget you.

Posted by MARK | May 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

ABSOLUTE BEST HANDS DOWN!!!

I contacted Cy 2 days after I was arrested for felony owi third, I was terrified, ashamed, I felt like a complete loser, I really was broken. We hired Cy, before we left his office he put his hand on my shoulder and said " it's gonna b ok" and I'll never forget that ever!! He laid out a plan for me I... did exactly what he told me to do, I had a couple panic attacks throughout the process, again Cy made me feel better!! CY delivered above and beyond my greatest expectations, I will recommend Cy Abdo to anyone in this situation. I believe God works thru people and God led me to Cy Abdo, I can breathe again!!!! Thank you so very much .

Posted by Tyler | April 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Hardest Working Attorney in Metro Detroit, Bar None

If you make a mistake like I did and need help through the legal system, you need an attorney who is well respected, professional, and who will be dedicated to your case. Cy and everyone at Abdo Law are the embodiment of these traits. Cy was always honest and direct with me about my case. He will not... sugarcoat your situation for you but he will not treat you like a criminal either. Do what he tells you needs to be done, and he will absolutely guide you through the system to the best of his ability. My case was a long one. On the subject of Cy's dedication to my case, an important hearing for me fell on a date that he would be out of town. However, he didn't just pass it off to someone else in his office, rather, he brought my file with him on his VACATION and was present for my hearing from his accommodations. Five stars is simply not enough to accurately rate Cy and his team. We got the result we were after and I can say with complete honesty that I unequivocally could not have done it without him. Thank you Cy and thank you to everyone at Abdo Law!

Cy Abdo

Replied last April 11, 2023

Thank you for being so patient with our firm and the legal system. it was our pleasure to represent you. You kept a positive attitude at every turn and finally JUSTICE SERVED. Hooray Brother. Thanks again. Cy

Posted by James | February 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

James

Where can one start, this law firm , Cy Abdo and his son are this firm , Cy handled my case which was a high bac. I had no idea what a bac was and the charges . My first decision was to search on line for an attorney. Cy Abdo law popped up , I read others but I didn't see any good reviews , just sa...w what my rights are and how they will fight in court. I was quilty as charged to read about fighting in court was absurd to me.. I just seen dollars signs in everything Attorneys the most. Not to mention the horrific charges I will face for my actions . So I began to read Cy,s reviews over and over so many. Folks he has helped so many to read. I thought I would call him he responded at once , showed great concern for me and met me on an off day at once.. he layed out a plan that far exceeded my best expectations. I thought to myself how can this be possible.. his confidence is over whelming his demeanor was straight forward and held compassion for me. He really cared about me. That is very rare. Reviews are one thing to guide us that need a good Attorney. It is another to pick the right one the first time and know that you have hit the ball on the mark . There was no need for me to see another. His fee was fair as fair can be , on top of what I was facing.. his job was absolutely astounding . He surpassed all my hopes. I ended up with a owvi. That is impaired driving at no time did I see a jail cell at no time did I lose my license . I had a son in the hospital hurt very bad. He was crushed. In an accident I was going through it all Cy took his personal time to always inquire about my boy. There is not enough words to describe the effort this man did and the great job in the end.. In the end of WW2 as are American soldiers returned home through New york harbor there was a great banner all the wives, daughters , sister's all the women waiting sewed and put it on a high sloped roof top .. it simply said WELL DONE. If I could write in the sky a thousand feet high. To Cy Abdo it would say WELL DONE !!!!!!!!!!!

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Cy M. Abdo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Randy Babi

Criminal defense lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've observed that Cy Abdo exhibits a profound comprehension of legal intricacies while always maintaining the highest ethical norms. His dedication to serving his clients is truly remarkable."

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Brandon Yousif

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When I first started practicing, Cy approached me in court, not recognizing my face, and offered to guide me if I ever needed help. He is a great attorney and treats his clients like family. Highly recommended!!!"

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William Barnwell

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"One of the best attorneys you can find in Metro-Detroit or the State of Michigan. Very skilled, knowledgeable, hard-worker, and a great person. Worth the price. When you or your loved one's future is on the line, Mr. Abdo will give your case the attention and skill it deserves."

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Abril Valdes

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Cy is an attorney that is not only respected by his clients, but also by the courts where he practices and by the all the legal community. Cy knows when to be aggressive, but also diplomatic to strategically and successfully achieve the goals for his clients."

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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George Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Cy is one of the top attorneys in town. He's an absolute professional, a wealth of information, and comports himself with an air of civility and respect that is too often absent in our profession."

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Abdo. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help first."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stuart Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Cy for 25 years and I respect the reputation he has built for himself as an outstanding attorney. I highly recommend his services."

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Kiel Roeschke

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Cy is extremely experienced and compassionate. His services are highly recommended to anyone facing criminal charges."

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David Soble

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Other

"Cy puts his clients' needs first and foremost. He is highly regarded by his peers. I recommend his services without hesitation."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Great choice for an attorney and a great advocate for clients."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Other

"Great attorney who works hard to get the best results for clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"34 years of practicing DUI and criminal law is extremely experienced. Knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in his pro bono contributions. Client reviews are stellar.READ THEM! The reviews are the icing on the cake and it is obvious that his clients love the results. Do yourself a favor if you want the best and schedule a consultation with him first."

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Travis Schreurs

Unknown lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bruce Dizengoff

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Cy Abdo is a knowledgeable attorney, and a zealous advocate for his clients. He is well respected in the legal field."

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Charles Segal

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Colin McCallin

Unknown lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He is highly respected in his field."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Torri

Unknown lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stuart Johnson

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Bruce Dizengoff

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

2020-2021: Criminal/DUI Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Judicial AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO

2016

Judicially Reviewed, Highest Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

America's Top 1% Most Honored Professionals, American Registry

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top 100 DUI Lawyers In Michigan, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2013

AV Preeminent Attorney, highest rating for ability and ethics, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent Attorney, highest rating for ability and ethics, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Lawyers.com, Preeminent Attorney Rating

2011

AV Preeminent Attorney, highest rating for ability and ethics, Martindale Hubbell

2010

Detroit Business 2010 Top Lawyers, Detroit Business Magazine

2010

AV Preeminent Attorney, highest rating for ability and ethics, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Partners with Matthew S. Abdo, ABDO LAW FIRM

1981 - Present

Attorney at Law, Cy Matthew Abdo

1980 - 1981

Attorneys at Law, Stalberg and Bean

1978 - 1980

Central Office Intern, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan

Associations

1980 - Present

Macomb County Bar Association

Member

1980 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

1980 - Present

American Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1980 - Present

United States Federal Court

Eastern District of Michigan

1978 - 1980

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

MACOMB COUNTY: Felony Drunk Driving and Felony Possession of Meth

Dismissal of 2 felonies

Shelby Township, 41A District Court, Brandishing Firearm

Dismissed in 3 months

Macomb County Juvenile Case: AGGRAVATED ASSAULT DISMISSED

ASSAULT CRIME DISMISSED

Driver License Restored

Restricted license granted at license appeal hearing

Shelby Township Super Drunk Driving Dismissed

Reduce to non-criminal civil infraction

Expungements in 2 Counties Under Clean Slate Law

2 felony cases expunged for our client in Michigan under Clean Slate law

St. Clair Shores, 40th District Court, DISMISS PRESCRIPTION FRAUD

Dismiss felony. Reduce to misdemeanor under 7411

New Baltimore Felony Carry Concealed Weapon

Dismissal of felony, NO PROBATION, NO FELONY RECORD

Traffic Tickets in New Baltimore and Romeo

Dismiss, avoid points, nothing abstracted on driving record

Troy Felony Embezzlement Over Over $10,000

No jail, Felony reduced to misdemeanor. Case will be dismissed after successful completion of probation.

Sterling Heights Unarmed Robbery -Dismissed

Dismissed based upon discovery of cell phone data and DNA.

Macomb Circuit Probation Violation, New Arrest for OUID and Reckless Driving

06/21/2017: Macomb Circuit, HYTA retained, no jail and continue probation. 09/13/2017: Grosse Pointe Shores, Reduce to Impaired Driving, Dismiss OUID and Reckless Driving, granted a restricted license, no jail.

Felony: 20 Year Embezzlement, Reduced to Misdemeanor

Reduce 20 year felony to misdemeanor

Felony: Malicious Destruction of Property Warren

Dismissal

Super DUI Reduced to Impaired

Reduced to impaired, non-reporting probation, no counseling required, no testing required, no community service required, license restrictions for 90 days.

Insurance fraud, felony (false report of stolen vehicle)

Dismissal of felony, plea to misdemeanor, probation.

Careless driving dismissed

Careless driving dismissed, reduced to -0- point offense and nothing abstracted to Michigan Secretary of State

Possession of MDMA (10 year felony)

Dismiss felony MDMA, reduce to misdemeanor, no jail.

Embezzlement over $250,000

Felony reduced, probation, no jail

Possession with intent to deliver marijuana

HYTA for 3 felonies, no jail, dismissal to be granted upon compliance

Using computer to commit crime and false pretenses

Cases dismissed in 42-2 District Court, New Baltimore

Macomb Circuit, DUI Felony With 9 Lifetime DUI Cases

30 days in Macomb County Jail

2 Retail Fraud, Shelby and Romeo

2 retail fraud will be dismissed pursuant to application of MCL 771.1, Delay Sentences.

Warren, Embezzlement over $20,000 Reduced to Misdemeanor

Felony reduced to misdemeanor, probation granted.

Romulus, 34th District Court, TSA Violation

Dismissed

Disorderly Conduct, St. Clair Shores

Dismissed

3 felony counts of credit card fraud dropped

3 felonies reduced to 1 misdemeanor

Oakland Circuit Court, Prescription Fraud, Multiple Counts

MCL 333.7411, 1 year probation, dismissal in 1 year.

Macomb County Circuit Court, Resisting and Obstructing Police

Probation, no jail for client with felony record, habitual offender

Shelby Township, 41-A District Court, Possess marijuana with intent to distribute

Dismiss felony, reduce to misdemeanor, no jail, MCL 333.7411, dismiss after 1 year probation

Careless Driving, 41-A District, Sterling Heights

Reduce traffic offense, no points, not abstracted on record

Attempt armed robbery, attempt home invasion 1st degree

plea bargain

Retail Fraud, 41-A District Court, Sterling Heights

No jail, dismissal.

Domestic Violence, 41-B District, Clinton Township

Domestic Violence case dismissed.

Assault with Intent to Do Great Bodily Harm

Dismissed

Domestic Violence in New Baltimore

Verdict: Not Guilty.

Drunk Driving Felony 07-3176

Reduce felony to misdemeanor, probation

Possess with intent to deliver heroin (05-2231)

Cases dismissed after period of probation, no jail.

Child Abuse

Circuit Court Judge granted motion to quash/dismiss.

Livonia Retail Fraud

Dismissal under HYTA

3 Drug Felony Charges, Habitual Offender

Felonies reduced to misdemeanors, probation.

Carjacking

Dismissal after Motion to Quash

Sterling Heights: Dismissal Assault With Intent to Commit Great Bodily Harm

Dismiss assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder.

Dismiss 2 Drug Felony Cases, Port Huron

Dismiss 2 felony drug charges after 1 year of probation

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Education

1980

Western Michigan University, Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts With Honors

Speaking Engagements

2021

Macomb Lawyers Luncheon

Retail Fraud During Covid

2013

January Lawyers Luncheon

Criminal felony practice in Macomb County

2012

Luncheon for young lawyers Management of Felony Cases In Macomb County

2008

AA Speaker Night

License Restoration

2003

Macomb Community College

Criminal Law Lecture

Publications

2021

2015

Michigan Criminal Lawyer Blog Has the pendulum swung too far: Victim's rights

2011

2011

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Cy earned significant contribution points in 2015.

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