Joseph A. Arabbo

Joseph A. Arabbo

4.9
Rating: 6.6

Licensed for 10 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Southfield, MI
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Class Action, Personal Injury

17445 W. 10 Mile Rd., Southfield, MI

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 75 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 10 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2015

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Elite Law Group

17445 W. 10 Mile Rd., Southfield, MI, 48075

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Joseph A. Arabbo's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

92 Client Reviews

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Posted by Susan | April 01, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Who Is Joseph Arabbo???

Just the best attorney I've ever had!!I t was a true blessing having Joseph as my attorney. He was very knowledgeable and has a respectful relationship with the Court System. He explained legal jargon into words a layman could easily understand. Ever dependable, he was always available whenever I had... questions or concerns. I'm forever indebted to him for literally saving me! You cannot go wrong with Joseph Arabbo!

Posted by Nikki | January 29, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Simply the Best!

The best attorney I have ever worked with. Shrewd, empathetic, honest and loyal. Gets the job done!

Posted by Waddah | January 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The best lawyer in michigan

I don't know what to say to Mr. Joseph arabbo he is really the best lawyer in Michigan. He really saved me and he got a very good relationships with everyone in the court. He respects the time. Thank you so much.

Posted by Timothy | December 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Professional, intelligent ,

He heard me out , he explained all the information for my crime, good and bad , he pointed out things ,very professional court relationship with his peers and others, I enjoyed

Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer ever.

Hello everyone, I had the chance to work with Joe and let me tell you, he is the most confident and best lawyer there is. From answering multiple phone calls of mine to standing firm with me for sentencing. He did it all and he isn’t just an average lawyer, he creates a relationship with you and will... be your mentor as well through out the whole process. He is a both serious and funny and when he needs to be, I recommend him to every and anyone that is in trouble with legal cases. He really is the best!

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Daryl Nafsu

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Joe as a friend and colleague. He is a very hard working attorney. He is Avery patient and is attentive to all of his cases. He is also very creative in problem solving as I’ve worked with him in the past."

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Sean O'Bryan

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Joe long before he began practicing law. I can tell you that he is thoughtful, intelligent, and creative with how he approaches any problem, which is vitally important in the legal forum, letting nothing stand in his and his client's way. His leadership in the law is excelled by the passion that he clearly has for both his area of law and his clients' cause. I strongly endorse this lawyer for your case."

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Experience

Rating:  6.6 (Good)

Honors

2010

Dale Carnegie Graduated Assistant, Dale Carnegie

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Arabbo Law

2014 - 2016

Law Clerk, McGlynn Associates

2013 - 2014

Student Attorney, Urban Law Clinic

2012 - 2013

Student Attorney, Immigration Law Clinic

2010 - 2011

Law Clerk, Williams,Williams, Rattner & Plunkett, PC

Associations

2015 - Present

Michigan Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Speeding ticket 15 over - Bloomfield Hills

No points, removed from record

Client Speeding 20 over in Troy

Reduced to lesser charge

Reckless Driving

Reduced to Impeding Traffic

Possession Marijuana

Dismissed

License suspension

Dismissed

Zoning violation

Dismissed

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Education

2014

University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

Oakland University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Baker College

Criminal Law

Publications

Languages

Arabic

Chaldean

Spanish

English

Activity

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