Jonathan Jones

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Jonathan Jones

also known as Jonathan M. Jones Attorney at Law PLLC, AllCriminalCases

4.1
77 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Royal Oak, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Domestic Violence ... +5 more

32398 Woodward Avenue, Royal Oak, MI

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About Jonathan

Biography

Criminal Defense is all I do. You need an experienced and aggressive attorney to help you fight for your rights. Call me now!

Criminal Defense is all I do. You need an experienced and aggressive attorney to help you fight for your rights. Call me now!

If you are facing charges for sex crimes you need an experienced criminal attorney by your side.

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

I have practiced criminal defense exclusively my entire career. My practice includes defending all crimes from violent crimes to traffic matters.

31 years

30%
Sex Crime 25%

If you are facing charges related to a sex crime, you need an experience attorney by your side. A conviction of CSC and related crimes will follow you forever.

31 years

25%
Domestic Violence 20%

31 years

20%
DUI and DWI 10%

31 years

10%
Violent Crime 6%

31 years

6%
Juvenile Law 5%

30 years

5%
Expungement 2%

31 years

2%
Federal Crime 2%

31 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018 2017 2016
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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 30 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1995

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Jonathan Jones, Attorney at Law PLLC

32398 Woodward Avenue, Royal Oak, MI, 48073

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Law Offices of Jonathan Jones

36830 Goddard Road, Romulus, MI, 48174

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Jonathan Jones's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

DO NOT HIRE. Worst lawyer in Michigan, should be DISBARRED.

He took my wife case, which was a serious charge. He lied since day one, so that he will continue to get payments. He would never answer calls. Case went on for 8 months, he seen her one time, which was the first time he met her and stay for 5 minutes and left. Therefore he doesn't know anything abou...t her or her life story. He would forget court dates, he was always about 45 minutes late to court. He also lied to her and her family about the time she was facing, which end up being several years more, because of his lies. He was paid thousands of dollars and did nothing but lie. He's a thief, he's crooked, the worst lawyer ever. Had to fire him at the last minute. Never hire this man.

Jonathan Jones

Replied last July 25, 2017

I am sorry you were unhappy. It is always hard when a clients family faces the prospect of a loved one going to jail for any length of time. I understand that after almost 24 years of practice there will be a unhappy client or family member in the type of law I practice, but it is still disappointing. . Michigan ethics rules and professionalism prevent me from defending myself by discussing the facts of this client’s case. But I do feel it is important to note that all decisions regarding this client’s case were made with her full knowledge and consent. I strive to represent my clients to the highest standard and in a manner which leaves them satisfied with my efforts. .The great majority of my clients and colleagues would strongly disagree with you. I wish you the best in your future endeavors.

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Jonathan was horrible!

Awful attorney! I hired him for a case with university police and he was great and very charismatic until I paid him... He took my money, didn't go over even a slight detail of the case with me, ended up getting a bond and warrant out for my arrest due to his negligence, and passed my case off to the... public defender in the courtroom. That's right, he didn't even stay for the hearing. Long story: I contacted Jonathan by phone and explained my situation. He seemed confident in winning and gave me his price of $1400 so I told him I'd think about. He texted me two days later and I told him it was too high and I respectfully declined. He was very persistent and offered at $1200 if I came in that day (should've realized he was desperate and greedy). I didn't respond so he kept texting/calling and I eventually decided to hire him the next day. I came into his office and he was very talkative, but barely let me get a word in. He was making comments, trying to relate to me. I realize now that he was playing me, just trying to get my credit card info. I paid and gave him my ticket. He said he'd take care of everything, likely get the case thrown out or just pay a minimal fee, and I probably wouldn't need to show up in court. Before leaving I asked if I'm just supposed to wait until I hear from him or if there was anything else I needed to do. He said to contact him as soon as I get anything in the mail. Well four weeks later I got a notice in the mail that there was both a bench warrant out for me as well as a bond because I missed my court date. I called Jonathan and he didn't even remember my case. He couldn't find my name in his files! Finally he figured out who I was and said he take care of it. Obviously I wasn't confident in him and ended up calling the court myself. The court put me on hold for three hours before I got through to someone, only to be told that there was still a warrant. Jonathan claims he asked for a new court date, paid the bond, and had the warrant removed. This was when he stopped responding to phone calls altogether - only texts here on out. I called the courthouse once a week for the next month just to check on the status and see if there was a court date yet. This took several hours each day, which should've been avoided by hiring an attorney who could just stop in to fix things while he was at the court every day. Three months later I finally got a preliminary court date for a month away. Jonathan didn't go over anything with me and just says to show up. I ask what time and he said get there an hour early. I got there an hour before my hearing and he got there 45 minutes after the scheduled hearing. I was sitting in the court house thinking he's not going to show and even the bailiff asks me to call my attorney using the court house phone (no cell phones allowed). Of course, no response from Jonathan because he only responds with texts. He finally showed up and literally spent just over 5 minutes talking to the clerk and gave me the date of my hearing and left. My hearing ended up being four months later and I tried to ask him a couple weeks before the hearing if we could meet to go over my case. He completely ignored me until the day before the hearing when I asked what time he'd be there, just to confirm he would actually show up. He told me he'd be there 30 minute before the hearing and to be there early as well. He showed up 15 minutes after the scheduled hearing and asked if I saw the plaintiff anywhere. I said no and he and went to talk to the public defender, pointed at me, then said he was going to the bathroom and the public defender would take over. I stepped out of the court room and saw Jonathan leaving the bathroom and taking the elevators out of the courthouse. I immediately called him and when he didn't answer I realized I would never hear from him again. Looking back, I believe Jonathan knew the university police wouldn't show up to court. He knew everyone in the cour

Jonathan Jones

Replied last March 27, 2017

Anonymous Thanks for your input. As you can see from my many other client reviews this is not the way I would want you to feel about my services. It sounds like we did get your case dismissed. I would love to discuss your case with you directly and see if we can come up with a resolution that will make you feel good about your experience. Please call me directly 248-310-3399. Jonathan

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Jonathan Jones's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stanley Feldman

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I I have known jonathan Jones for over a decade. He's an exceptionally bright and talented lawyer who aggressively defends his clients, while balancing their best interest at all times. I routinely refer cases to him with the utmost confidence. I would highly recommend and endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Lavigne

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan is a tireless advocate on behalf of his clients. He is bright, honest, well prepared, and fights hard on every case. He is the kind of lawyer you want by your side when the chips are down."

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Judith Herman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan will fight for you from the word go! He communicates, he is effective and you WILL be satisfied with his representation. I not only refer my clients to Jonathan, I refer my family as well."

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Aimee Fowler

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Jones works tirelessly for his clients. He is a zealous advocate."

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Ellen Michaels

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jonathan is up to date on the law and a passionate advocate."

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Howard Iwrey

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Zick

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Johnathan is highly respected in the legal community as he has developed an excellent reputation in his over 20 years of criminal defense practice. He is an extraordinarily skilled trial attorney and is well versed in all areas of criminal law. He goes to great lengths to ensure that his clients are informed and ready for what lies ahead. He is a consummate professional and clients are well served to have him on their side."

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Chad Engelhardt

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathon Jones is well reputed for his expertise in criminal law and his court room talent. He is aggressive when needed in the defense of his clients rights, sensitive to the needs of his clients and their families when facing life altering issues, and has a solid reputation and relationship with local law enforcement authorities to negotiate resolutions when appropriate."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top Pro, Thumbtack

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Clients Choice 2016, AVVO Clients Choice 2016

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

20 Year Anniversary, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AVVO Clients Choice Award, AVVO

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Managing Partner, Jonathan Jones, PLLC

1995 - 1996

Attorney, Marc Hart, Attorney at Law

1994 - 1994

Legal Intern, Phillip X. Walling, Attorney at Law

Associations

2016 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2015 - Present

Wayne County Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan

Member

1995 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Messer

Case went to trial, after a hung jury a plea deal was negotiated that was less than the 25 year statutory minimum. Very complicated and emotional case

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Education

1995

University of Detroit Mercy

J.D.

1985

University of Massachusetts

B.A.

Languages

Spanish

English

Hebrew

Activity

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