Shawn H. Head

Shawn H. Head

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Farmington Hills, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Litigation ... +3 more

33533 W. 12 Mile Rd., Suite 295, Farmington Hills, MI

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 16 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2009

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 17 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2008

Voluntarily Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Head Murphy Law

33533 W. 12 Mile Rd., Suite 295, Farmington Hills, MI, 48331

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Shawn H. Head's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

WII Case

Shawn Head is a wonderful attorney. Stays cool under pressure and does his research to the full extent. I was arrested for OWI, my second offense. Shawn was able to keep me off of a tether. Shawn, in doing his research, found that after seven years from the first OWI, that I could not be sentenced to... increased penalties for a second offense. Shawn was wonderful to work with. He is very kind and seems to genuinely care about his clients. Providing as much information as possible and showing you every avenue to take.

Posted by D | October 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Got me through a very scary situation (1st DWI).

From the onset Shawn was interested in obtaining the best outcome for my case. He was very detail oriented and showed a true concern for helping me through the situation I had put myself into. I was arrested for my first DWI and he was able to secure a result that was much, much better than what ...I had thought possible (reduced to operating while impaired). His fee was more than reasonable and totally offset the costs (and spent personal time) I would have incurred had I "gone it alone" with the city prosecutor. I hope I never need his services again but if I do he'll be the first attorney I'll call. I would recommend him and his office to anyone else needed assistance is getting through their own "situations". It was very comforting having someone on my side who works frequently with the judges, prosecutors and officers of the local courts. Thank you Shawn.

Posted by Max | October 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Helped Turn My Life Around

Shawn got me the best possible outcome from my 2nd DUI case in 6 years. He was able to secure a reasonable deal with the prosecutor and limited the possible penalties that were looking me in the face. On top of that his fee was reasonable given the severity of the crime I had committed. Legal o...utcomes aside, Shawn was a true counselor in one of the darkest periods of my life. I was lost and spiraling down a path that had no hope at the end of it. He talked to me like a real person and got me thinking positively for the first time in a long time. I am writing this review about a year after I first met Shawn and my life could not be more different today than it was then. Due to his expert legal advice and his welcomed council, I would gladly recommend Shawn Head to anyone.

Posted by Margot | August 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Job well done

Shawn was a fantastic lawyer, I have personally recommended him to multiple friends after the great success he had with my case. Shawn has a very realistic outlook and his attention to detail was able to guarantee a favorable result. Due to Shawn's experience in the legal system and knowledge of prio...r high BAC cases he was able to help me lower my charge from a super drunk to an OWVI. I would recommend Shawn to anyone seeking legal counsel based on his professionalism, vast knowledge of the legal system and ability to get the job done.

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Edwin Sadik

Litigation lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Shawn on a few matters. He knows his stuff, works hard, and delivers results. Shawn thinks outside the box and comes up with creative, cost-effective solutions."

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Austin Black

Unknown lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shawn and I have known each other for years, and he has become my go to guy for insight. He is a walking legal encyclopedia. I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Gavin

Probate lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Shawn and I first met during a probate dispute. He was great to work with and we have since referred numerous matters back and forth. I highly recommend him."

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Sean Murphy

Litigation lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shawn is an outstanding attorney who does not cut corners. He is passionate, diligent, meticulous, and a true professional. I have had the pleasure of working with Shawn on several matters, and I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking legal counsel and/or representation."

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Marco Masciulli

Unknown lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shawn Head epitomizes advocacy and professionalism. Whether it be his clients, opposing counsel, or his peers in the community, I am continually amazed by his natural ability to command the respect and trust of seemingly everyone he encounters. Shawn is a trustworthy and effective advocate who is dedicated to his clients, and he is an attorney who I wholeheartedly endorse."

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Jan Rubinstein

Unknown lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Shawn and I have opposed each other on different matters. I have always found him to be an excellent advocate for his clients, and a true professional."

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Kathleen Cole

Criminal defense lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred several clients and friends to Shawn over the past several years for different legal issues including civil litigation and criminal defense. I have received nothing but positive feedback regarding his presentation of his clients. His attention to detail and passion for representing his clients truly sets him apart from other attorneys in his field. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Colin Daniels

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shawn has proven himself to be a fantastic addition to the legal profession in Southeast Michigan. Finding a hard-working, compassionate, and court-savvy attorney is difficult and Shawn embodies all of these highly coveted qualities. I fully endorse this lawyer."

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Dylan Duvall

Unknown lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Clinton Hubbell

Litigation lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Shawn since 2005, and he has proved himself as an advocate time and time again. His conscientious advice gets clients the results they are looking for. Shawn's pragmatism and candor make him an excellent attorney. I happily endorse this lawyer."

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Francesco Briguglio

Business lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Head both in law school and as a sharp attorney. Mr. Head possesses the tenacity and fire that is lacking in many other attorneys. He is a skillful advocate who is not afraid to fight for his client rather than take the easy road."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

2020 Top Lawyer - Commercial Litigation, DBusiness Magazine

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

2020 Best Real Estate Lawyers in Detroit, Expertise

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

2019 Top Lawyer - Commercial Litigation, DBusiness Magazine

2018

2018 Top Lawyer - Criminal Defense (non-white collar), DBusiness Magazine

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

2014 Top Lawyer - Commercial Litigation, DBusiness Magazine

2008

Outstanding Academic Achievement in Pre-Trial Litigation, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

2008

Excellence For The Future Award - the study of Advanced Advocacy, Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner/Member, The Head Law Firm, PLC

2020 - 2020

General Counsel, Member, Sharco Realty, LLC

2009 - 2017

Attorney - Of Counsel, The Law Offices of Dean Koulouras

Associations

2019 - Present

Phi Sigma Phi National Fraternity, Inc.

National Director of Crisis Management

2018 - Present

Michigan Association of OWI Attorneys

Member

2012 - Present

Phoenix Seven Foundation, Inc.

Trustee on Board of Trustees

2009 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

2009 - Present

Livonia Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2019

Phi Sigma Phi National Fraternity, Inc.

National Director of Risk Management

2010 - 2012

Phi Sigma Phi National Fraternity, Inc.

President

2010 - 2016

Michigan Association for Justice

Member

Education

2008

University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Central Michigan University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2011

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