Marcel Sergio Benavides

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Marcel Sergio Benavides

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 26 years

Civil rights Lawyer at Royal Oak, MI
Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense

3321 rochester road, Royal Oak, MI

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About Marcel

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Civil Rights 50%

Police Brutality, Excessive Force, False Arrest, Malicious Prosecution, Wrongful Conviction, Reverse Convicton

27 years

50%
Criminal Defense 50%

Felony, Misdemeanor, Traffic, Capital Offenses, Drunk Driving, Felony Firearm, Home Invasion, Controlled Substance, Narcotic Trafficking, Domestic Violence, Assault, Battery, Uttering and Publising

27 years

50%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 19 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2006

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 26 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1999

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

The Marcel Benavides Law Office

3321 rochester road, Royal Oak, MI, 48073

benavideslaw.net

Online Presence

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Marcel Sergio Benavides's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

79 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nick | September 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great lawyer

This man got me out of a world of some really heavy stuff! With our first meet I told him my story of what happened then he gave me an overview of what I was to see happen over the course of the case. He was very professional in every aspect. At every court date he was there on time and gave me a rev...iew of what was going to happen, what the judge was going to say and coach me on what to say to the judge for anything I might have to say. He worked very hard on my case and got me a year instead of the 8-11 years that I was looking at. He was able to help get me my second chance. I was very impressed with him and (I hope I never need him again) but if I do he would be the first person I would call for any legal trouble.

Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2019 | Criminal Defense

Simply the best

First and for most. Simply the Best you can get now a days. The man wasn't even representing me at the time. (probation violation)... I was cooked. However (right place at the right time he over heard my case) after talking in the elevator briefly (thats all it took).... He took the time and stepped ...in along with my other lawyer and actually convinced the court. Moon walked out of court. Free!! I was looking at ALONG time.... Believe me... GREATLY appreciate the man.

Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Top notch Counsel

Marcel helped my son and family through some extremely difficult times. He treated us like family and for this, we are forever indebted. He was extremely professional and navigated us through a tangled judicial system. Can’t say enough good things about Marcel Benavides. He is a compassionate man wit...h integrity at the Top of his profession.

Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Unprecedented, Best of the Best

If you are searching for the best criminal lawyer, Marcel Benavides is the attorney for you. I was facing a felony drug charge on top of a DUI. He got the felony charge completely dismissed in Oakland County. He tackled my case aggressively and provided the best possible outcome I could have hoped fo...r. He was professional, timely, and transparent. I highly recommend Marcel if you or someone you know are facing criminal charges and you don’t know who to turn to. I am very grateful for having him on my side through a very difficult time.

Posted by anonymous | February 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent lawyer, could not be happier with results

I hired Mr. Benavides to represent me in a criminal charge involving an auto accident I was in while driving impaired. I engaged Mr. Benavides before charges were filed and he did a great job explaining what to expect and how things would be move forward if the charges were brought forward. Sure enou...gh, charges were filed, and Mr Benavides stepped into action. He came up with a plan and diligently worked with the prosecutor on my behalf. Amazingly he was able to get the criminal charge completely dismissed and I only had to pay a fine for a civil infraction. No criminal charge, loss of license, or probation. Hiring Mr. Benavides was money well spent.

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Marcel Sergio Benavides's Lawyer Endorsements

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Randy Babi

Civil rights lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great guy and a phenomenal Attorney. I refer civil rights clients his way because I trust Marcel."

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Matthew Kolodziejski

Unknown lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Marcel is an outstanding lawyer. I have worked with him on several cases over the years. His courtroom skills and extensive knowledge of criminal defense and civil rights law are impressive. Marcel is well-respected in the legal community by judges and lawyers alike, and is always determined to obtain the best result for his clients. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal representation."

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Steven Schwartz

Unknown lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marcel is an excellent criminal defense lawyer. He has taken the skills he learned while being an assistant prosecuting attorney and become one of the premier criminal defense attorneys in the Detroit area. I have worked with Marcel for 7 years. He is honest, caring, capable and professional. I will continue to confidently refer cases to Marcel. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Kolodziejski

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Steven Schwartz

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

1999

The Lucy Sprague Public Interest Scholarship, The John Marshall Law School

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Owner, The Marcel Benavides Law Office

2006 - 2010

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, The Oakland County Prosecutor's Office

2004 - 2006

Assistant Corporation Counsel, City Of Chicago Law Department

1999 - 2004

Assistant State's Attorney, Cook County State's Attorneys Office

Associations

2010 - Present

Wayne County Criminal Defense Bar Association

Education

1999

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

DePaul’s Masters of Jurisprudence Program: Guest Lecturer

Police Misconduct

Languages

Spanish

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