Joseph R. Arnone

Joseph R. Arnone

4.3
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at SAINT CLAIR SHORES, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Health Care

24518 Harper Ave, SAINT CLAIR SHORES, MI

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

I serve clients throughout Macomb, Wayne and Oakland Counties. I have successfully litigated several high profile cases including homicide cases and self defense claims. My day to day work focuses on criminal defense in state Court involving crimes of violence and drug offences.

19 years

50%
Federal Crime 35%

I have experience in complex litigation/multi-defendant cases involving organized crime, drug trafficking and fraud. I am also a member of the CJA panel.

15 years

35%
Health Care 15%

I have experience in medical billing/coding and medical malpractice.

14 years

15%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 20 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2005

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Joseph R. Arnone

24518 Harper Ave, SAINT CLAIR SHORES, MI, 48080

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Joseph R. Arnone's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

Posted by Daniel | November 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Well versed in law, very competent!

Outstanding. He delivered on everything he promised. I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome!

Posted by anonymous | April 7, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Avoid. Money-hungry

Talks a good game. He says the right things to get you on the hook but then pushes you for more money. He's an adequate attorney and does the bare minimum but in the end doesn't really care what happens to you. I had a serious medical condition and he threw me under a bus when the case went south. At... the beginning of the pandemic, without consulting me, asked the judge for an unneeded psychological exam. Was sent out of state for 4 months, got Covid-19, and received no medical treatment for a year. He never replied to any letter and when I was able to call him he screamed and yelled. When I finally made it back to Michigan he filed a motion to withdraw. He did all of this after being paid tens of thousands of dollars. He will abandon you if things go wrong. He will work w the government behind your back. Avoid.

Joseph Arnone

Replied last September 15, 2025

This client was charged in Federal Court with three counts of bank robbery all of which were alleged to be on video. We went to trial and on the morning of closing arguments he cut his tether off and ran so I had to give my closing with no client. The jury came back hung and the client turned himself in after several consultations with me about how he was now a federal fugitive. A pretrial conference was held by zoom because the pandemic had broken out and my client was in custody because of his actions. The government requested a retrial where they intended to introduce my client's flight and I requested to withdraw because he had turned me into a potential witness because of HIS actions. I also requested he be evaluated because of his actions and agreed to represent him for no money until the evaluation was complete. The evaluation took 4 months because of the pandemic, and he was not given bond during this time. Based on the way he remembers what happened and the fact that he was saying I caused the pandemic to screw him, it should be clear why I wanted him evaluated.

Posted by J. Clark | September 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top Rate Lawyer Thanks Joe!

Joe Lives up to his reputation and works hard to keep his word. the most important asset I look for when having to protect my freedom is a lawyer who actually pays attention to details when your explaining your circumstances and events.

Posted by Robert | June 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Real deal

I've hired Joe in the past and he's always professional aggressive truthful and to the point. Also .. If he doesn't think you have a case he won't take your money. This guy is definitely my go-to guy in any legal matter.

Posted by Anita | July 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

When your freedom depends on it!!!!

Atty Arnone.... (Joe) First he came highly recommended and before i could contact him i was in court waiting for another case prior to ours and I'm seeing this attorney who is not only sharp in appearance but the way he knows the law combined with his ability to provide a vigorous defense is artistr...y. He was born for this, yet he is humble and caring gives you his best but will give you the truth. Attorney Arnone is amazing he has saved my family and to me his loyalty makes him family. Attorney Arnone from my family to yours: You are a jewel and we are all blessed thank you for all you do! : He is a Viper when needed and a dove when allowed! 100%

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Kiel Roeschke

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Emily Long

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joseph Arnone is an outstanding criminal defense attorney who possesses the knowledge and skill to assist clients with the most difficult cases."

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Matthew Abdo

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Our office works with Mr. Arnone regularly and he can only be described as the highest caliber of criminal defense attorney. Mr. Arnone is extremely well versed in the nuances of criminal procedure. I endorse this attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2005 - 2007

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Macomb County Prosecutors Office

Associations

2013 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (CDAM)

2007 - Present

Macomb County Bar Association

2005 - Present

State Bar of Michigan, Criminal Law Section

Languages

English

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