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Shaun Patrick Godwin

Criminal defense Attorney at Dearborn, MI

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also known as Shaun Godwin

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  • Licensed for 13 years
    State MI
    Acquired 2010
    Status
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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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  1. Criminal defense
    96%
    Criminal Defense of Felony and Misdemeanor charges; Complete Investigation of Facts and the Law; Motion to Suppress Evidence; Motion to Dismiss; Protecting your rights under the Michigan and US Constitution. Presumed innocent UNLESS proven guilty.

    12 years

  2. Civil rights
    2%
    Constitutional violations / personal injuries against state actors and municipalities, including: First Amendment (retaliation, petition, assembly); Fourth Amendment (unreasonable search & seizure, police brutality, excessive force, malicious prosecution); Fifth Amendment (government takings of property); Fourteenth Amendment (due process, equal protection, selective enforcement, jail detainees, misconduct); Eighth Amendment (cruel and unusual punishment, prisoner medical)

    12 years

  3. State, local, and municipal law
    2%
    Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) litigation, drafting of requests for public documents and interpretation of claimed exemptions based on statutes and case law. FOIA is an essential investigative tool for Criminal Defense, Civil Rights Litigation, Constitutional Litigation, and access to the inner workings of government and police agencies.

    12 years

Criminal Defense expert representing people in Wayne County, Michigan, who find themselves as a Defendant facing criminal charges and jail time. Successful defense begins with you. First, excerse your right to remain silent (do not talk to the police). Second, immediatley find an attorney who you are comfortable with. A good attorney will listen to you and what you want to happen with the case, answer your questions, investigate what happened (and what did not happen), research the law, and present you with all the available options. Please call today. There maybe evidence that supports your case that needs to be located and preserved.

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21905 Garrison St
Dearborn, MI, 48124
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Posted by Antonio | October 8, 2021
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Best Lawyer in Michigan
Shaun Godwin is a great lawyer to have on you team it doesn’t matter what time you call he’s always there to answer or will return your call back ASAP, he leads you in the right direction to win your case or to get the best outcome for your situation. He’s willing to go the extra mile for his clients.
Posted by anonymous | August 5, 2021
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GREGORY Robinson
Attorney Strong is the best Lawyer that I have come across. He makes no promises he can't keep and he is totally up forward his duties as the best lawyer in the world
Posted by James koester | November 25, 2020
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Great advice and support
I was put in a situation gathering information about a recent car accident that I was involved in. Shawn knew exactly what to do and how to handle my situation. I couldn't have done it without him. I highly recommend him for your legal services. Thank You Shawn.

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  • Free Consultation 30 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

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AVVO RATING 8.5 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • Godwin Legal Services, P.L.C.
  • 2010 - Present
  • Project Union Organizer
  • American Federation of Teachers
  • 2003 - 2005

Education

  • University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude
  • 2010
  • Michigan State University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2003

Legal Cases

  • People v. McQueen, Dkt 361783, Mich App, December 15, 2022
  • Case Dismissed
  • HAZEL v. QUINN
  • Denial of Defendant's Motion for Summary Judgment
  • MARY ANN LAMKIN v. DANIEL ENGRAM
  • Vacated and Remanded

Associations

  • National Police Accountability Project
  • Member
  • 2012 - Present
  • Wayne County Criminal Defense Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2011 - Present
  • Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan
  • Member
  • 2011 - Present
  • State Bar of Michigan
  • Member
  • 2010 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Rising Star - Civil Rights
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2020
  • Rising Star - Civil Rights
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2019
  • Book Award - Highest Grade - Trial Practice
  • University of Detroit Mercy
  • 2010
  • Book Award - Highest Grade - Core Concepts
  • University of Detroit Mercy
  • 2008
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Issa Haddad
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Godwin really knows how to fight for his clients rights and does not give up."
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Michael Waddington
Criminal defense Attorney | May 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Shaun. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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Christian Lassen
Unknown Attorney | Sep 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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Mani Khavajian
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Attorney Godwin. He is an aggressive and knowledgeable attorney that fights for the best interest of his clients."
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Tatiana Kadetskaya
Unknown Attorney | Jun 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Truly excellent lawyer. Well respected in the legal community."
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Dearborn Criminal defense Lawyer Shaun Patrick Godwin
Shaun Patrick Godwin
Criminal defense Attorney
Dearborn, MI
Licensed for 13 years
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