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Samuel Jacob Bernstein
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Biography
Every day I am in court fighting for someone just like you.
I am a real criminal defense attorney. I have tried cases to juries from East Lansing to Downriver and from Pontiac to Jackson.
Based in Ann Arbor, I have represented people on felonies and misdemeanors in 13 circuit courts and 39 district courts.
Many criminal defense attorneys advertise their past as prosecutors. The message from former prosecutors is they know the system well because they were a part of the system.
I advertise in the opposite way – I have never been a prosecutor. From the start I have been on your side and never a part of the system that is now against you.
I am from Ann Arbor, graduating from Pioneer High School and Eastern Michigan University. I attended law school at Michigan State University. After graduation I returned home and established ArborYpsi Law to serve the people in my community.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
14 years
DUI and DWI
25%
14 years
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Licensed in Michigan for 14 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
ArborYpsi Law
2750 Carpenter Rd #2, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108
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Samuel Jacob Bernstein's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Grateful parent of wrongfully accused college student
My child, a college student, made the call that makes your stomach drop. They'd been accused of something serious, and I was over a thousand miles away. Within 24 hours we had found Sam, had a consultation, and hired him. We consulted with one other local firm but were much more impressed with Sam...
Posted by anonymous | February 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Don’t waste your money on public defender.
I paid $19,000 to this guy, to find out he’s a court appointed attorney that’s already on the attorney grievance discipline board.
Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Legal Representation
I'm incredibly impressed with Mr. Bernstein's exceptional handling of my recent traffic ticket. He has a great understanding of the nuances of traffic laws, and is extremely dedicated, professional, and persistent toward finding the best solution for his clients. His dedication to my case led to a hi...
Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Top professional
Decided to hire attorney Bernstein based on other top reviews and he didn't disappoint. Was available to answer our questions each time we called or emailed him. Ultimately, he got us the decision that we've been looking for. Highly recommend
Posted by Norris | August 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommend Sam
Sam represented me during a tough time in my life and was not only a great attorney, but additionally the strong support system and advocate that I needed. His years of experience were evident from our initial consultation to the closure of my case.
Samuel Jacob Bernstein's Lawyer Endorsements
"Sam is a passionate advocate who is always fighting for his clients. He is an excellent attorney that genuinely cares about his clients. I refer many criminal matters to Sam because he is very skilled in the criminal defense field. I highly recommend."
"Sam is an excellent attorney. He has a strong grasp of the law in a variety of different areas and a true passion to help his clients. I would strongly encourage anybody who finds themselves needing legal representation to speak with Sam."
"Sam Bernstine and I worked together at the Law Offices of Robert Canner, during which time Sam both oversaw my work and worked jointly with me on dozens of cases. Sam is diligent, thorough, thoughtful and dedicated. Although he is back doing criminal defense work, Sam is an excellent civil attorney whom I would gladly trust with my case."
"I strongly endorse and recommend this lawyer. Sam Bernstein is extremely hardworking, dedicated to his clients, and gets results. I've seen him in court represent clients zealously. He is a great lawyer and person. I highly recommend him."
"Samuel Jacob Bernstein is the best. He works hard at researching his cases and knowing the law so he can bring the very best representation to bear on their behalf when he gets to court. That makes him a winner both in terms of results and how he gets them. I'm happy to endorse Samuel Bernstein!"
"Attorney Bernstein is a hard working, knowledgeable attorney with high standards of morals and ethics. I sincerely recommend his services."
"Sam is an excellent attorney. Every client that I have referred to him has been satisfied with his services. Most importantly, he is honest and always keeps his clients well informed. I would recommend Sam to anyone!"
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Experience
Work Experience
2011 - 2020
Attorney, ArborYpsi Law
2009 - 2009
Internship, Washtenaw Public Defender's Office
Associations
2017 - Present
Washtenaw County Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionCo-chair
2017 - Present
Washtenaw County Bar Association, Community Liaison CommitteeCo-chair
2011 - 2017
Washtenaw County Bar AssociationNew Lawyer Section Co-Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
OWI Dismissed
Case dismissed
Retail Fraud - Case Dismissed
Case Dismissed
Jury Trial in East Lansing
Not Guilty
Assault charge Dismissed
Case Dismissed
Jury Trial in Plymouth
Not Guilty
Disorderly Conduct
Case Dismissed
Implied Consent Win
Client's Driver's License Protected
Second Offense Operating While Intoxicated
Case Dismissed
Driver's License Hardship Appeal Win
Client Received a Restricted License
Breaking and Entering
Charges Dismissed
Driver's License Restoration Hearing
Client Received Restricted License
Trucker with Way Too Many Tickets
Plea bargain to impeding traffic tickets
Possession of Marijuana
Misdemeanor Charge Dismissed
Education
2011
Michigan State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2016
Constitution Day
Criminal Law
2015
Constitution Day
Criminal Law Update
2014
Constitution Day
Criminal Law Update
2013
Constitution Day
Criminal Law Update
2012
Constitution Day
Criminal Law Update
Languages
English