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Dean N. Ankouny

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  • Royal Oak, MI
  • Licensed for 24 years
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About Dean

Over 20 years of aggressive criminal defense for ALL felonies and misdemeanors in ALL courts in the state of Michigan.  I will make sure that your rights are protected and that you get the very BEST possible outcome on your case.  

Practice areas

DUI and DWICriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 75%

    24 years

  2. DUI and DWI: 25%

    24 years

Languages spoken

English

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Law Office of Dean N. Ankouny

123 S Main St Ste 250
Royal Oak, MI, 48067-2645

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      MIActive And In Good Standing199708/23/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers3
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Top 100 Criminal Defense LawyersAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2018
      10 Best Criminal Law AttorneysAmerican Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys2018
      10 Best Criminal Law AttorneysAmerican Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys2017
      Membership in the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United StatesThe Supreme Court of the United States - Washington, D.C.2000
      Dean's ListMichigan State University College of Law1996
      Moot Court WinnerMichigan State University College of Law1995
      Dean's ListThe University of Michigan1993
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Attorney and Counselor at LawThe Law Office of Dean N. Ankouny2001 - Present
      Attorney and Counselor at LawThe Advocate Legal Services1998 - 2001
      Law ClerkWayne County Prosecutor's Office, Detroit, MI1996 - 1996
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      The United States District Court for the Eastern District of MichiganMember2000 - Present
      The Supreme Court of the United States - Washington, D.C.Member2000 - Present
      State Bar of MichiganMember1997 - Present
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      The Detroit Free PressNews Interview2014
      The Detroit NewsNews Interview2014
      WJR RadioRadio Appearance2014
      WWJ Newsradio 950Radio Appearance2014
      Fox 2 DetroitNews Interview2014
      WDIV DetroitNews Interview2014
      WXYZ Channel 7 DetroitNews Interview2014
      Attorney BlogUnderstanding Your Miranda Rights2011
      The Detroit NewsNews Interview2002
      The Oakland PressNews Interview2000
      The Oakland PressNews Interview1999
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Michigan State University College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1997
      University of MichiganBA - Bachelor of Arts1993
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Belleville High SchoolCourtroom In The Schools Program2017
      Boulan Park Middle SchoolCourtroom In The Schools Program2015
      Discussion with middle school studentsDrug Laws and the Justice System2008
      Berkshire Middle SchoolCourtroom In The Schools Program2007
      Neighborhood Legal DayWhat Are Your Rights When Detained By The Police?2005
      O.L. Smith Middle SchoolCourtroom In The Schools Program2004
      Web Discussion - Search and SeizureHow The 4th Amendment Protects You2003
      Help Guide Our YouthProtecting your rights/Protecting your freedom2003
      Waterford Kettering High SchoolCourtroom In the Schools Program1999
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      People v FNOT GUILTY
      People v JNOT GUILTY
      People v VNOT GUILTY

      Reviews

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      Review Dean Ankouny

      Greatest criminal defense lawyer hands down!

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      I first hired Dean Ankouny around 12 years ago, and a few more times thoughout the years. He always was more than successful in getting me the best possible results. He actually cares and doesn't want you to continue making mistakes , he puts his all into his career. Hes not a lawyer that just cares about money or that will feed you lies, etc. Hes straight forward and if you follow what he tells you, you will not be disappointed! Ive gone into a courtroom with 2 felonies , possibly prison time and i walked out with NO felonies. Im proud to have him as a lawyer and will continue to put his name out there to anyone that needs a great lawywer. Thank you Dean for all your Wisdom, Straight forwardness and for really caring and wanting the best for your clients.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      YH VS DEAN DA BOSS HOG

      Posted by

      My baby even though your big unk h the boss was mad at you and being petty about you showing up for my court date and my best interest over 500 Petty dollars I have nothing but the best to say from someone that's popped my juvenile felony cherry at 14 years old to pop in my adult Cherry at 17 years old to me being a lifetime member of the judicial system facing over 70 years plus dropped charges n actually tried as an adult Dean and Cooney of downtown main Street Royal Park has made it to where I have never done more than 45 weekends in my criminal history and that was after my third or fourth felony and after a DUI and multiple misdemeanors and posting $100,000 bonds without questions and to being a loyal good friend and a honest lawyer not one of those crooked ones that knows when your backs against the wall takes all your money and doesn't worry or defend you because he thinks you can't get hurt inside prison he's a stand-up guy that's represented everybody on my team never lost any of my family members Brothers cousins cases never overcharged and always allowed payments much love Dean I'll see you soon
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      Hired attorney

      Very satisfied with Dean!

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      I hired Dean on two different cases to represent me. On both cases, I am very satisfied with the result. He helped me keep BOTH cases off of my record which probably saved my job. I am very thankful to Dean. He is an excellent attorney and I would highly recommend him if you need a criminal lawyer. I’m very satisfied with his services.
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      Great result!

      Posted by

      Although I have used several attorneys in the past, Dean is by far the best. He is very easy to talk to. He always answered all of my questions, and he got me a great result on my case. I would definitely recommend this lawyer if you need an aggressive criminal attorney.
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      Hired attorney

      This Lawyer Really Cares!

      Posted by

      I'm very lucky to have found Mr. Ankouny to represent me. I was charged with domestic violence by my ex girlfriend and what she had told the police was simply not true. I needed to keep this charge off of my record or else I was going to lose my job. Mr. Ankouny believed in me and I could tell that he really cared about my case. He always answered my questions, and he's really easy to talk to. In the end, he got my case COMPLETELY DISMISSED! I would definitely recommend this lawyer!

      Fantastic criminal lawyer

      Posted by

      Mr. Ankouny represented my son in a case where he had been charged with two felonies by his ex-wife and her mother. Since my son currently has two prior felony convictions, he was also charged as an habitual criminal. The third charge for habitual criminal would have double the sentencing for either or both convictions. With Mr. Ankouny representing my son, the home invasion (possible 20 years) and habitual criminal charges were dropped and my son received two years probation for larceny in a building (possible 4 years).

      Dean Ankouny Cases

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      Mr. Ankouny has handled a number of cases from Drvers License restoration to drunk driving, driving on a suspended license, and other matters. These cases involved my daughter and other friends that I have referred to Mr. Ankouny. Everyone has been happy with how Dean handled thier cases and the outcomes.

      Personable effective top notch lawyer

      Posted by

      Mr. Ankouny not only helped my son get his life back, he periodically checked on him to ensure he was on the right track. My son was let off probation in May, 2011 which was 3 months earlier than expected because he stayed focused on what was right and best for himself. We can thank Dean (Mr. Ankouny) for teaching all of us what it takes to redeem yourself when you have done wrong!

      Hard working results oriented lawyer

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      Mr. Ankouny represented my son in a case where he was facing three felony convictions. The one most significant carried a mandatory sentence of two years in prison. My son was found not guilty of this one and will probably get probation for the other two. My advice to anyone would be to hire Mr. Ankouny and do everything exactly as he advises you and you will get the best result possible! He is also very caring, patient and forgiving.

      Dean N. Ankouny Super Lawyer

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      Mr. Ankouny has been very supportive, caring, responsive and kind to our whole family during the most significant crisis of our lives! I would highly recommend him to anyone. He is hard working and has always been respectful to our entire family.

      Attorney endorsements

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      Abiola Adesioye, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 4, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Amir Soleimanian

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Roshni Gandhi, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 12, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Excellent criminal defense attorney- professional, highly knowledgeable, and personable.

      David Afton, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 12, 2017
      Relationship: Co-worker

      I was lucky to work with Dean when I was a newly-minted lawyer, fresh out of law school (and Dean had been at it for some time). Although our time working together as associates was all too brief, his commitment to representing clients with excellence, empathy, compassion and ethics made a lasting impression on me, and served as a model and inspiration for my own performance as a lawyer. If I were ever in need of a criminal defense (knock on wood---but it happens to the best of us!), I can't think of anyone else I would call.

      Catherine Schwartz, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 5, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Hashim Jeelani, Criminal defense Attorney on May 23, 2017
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Dean Ankouny is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. He has successfully handled a number of cases for my clients. His reputation as an aggressive and seasoned trial attorney is well deserved. I strongly endorse Dean.

      Edward Souweidane, Criminal defense Attorney on May 5, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I have known Dean for many years. He is both ethical and very professional and can say without hesitation I endorse his legal abilities.

      Mitchell Foster, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 22, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Dean is a great lawyer who gets impressive results for his clients. A real trial lawyer!

      Matthew Zick, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 29, 2016
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      Dean is highly skilled and is a consummate professional. He is held in high regard by myself and our colleagues. He is an extremely effective advocate for his clients.

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