Raymond A. Cassar

Raymond A. Cassar

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 41 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Farmington Hills, MI
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Sex Crime ... +2 more

30445 Northwestern Highway., Suite 220, Farmington Hills, MI

About Raymond

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 50%

42 years | 5,000 cases

50%
Criminal Defense 20%

My firm specializes in defending people who find themselves in trouble with the law. We handle all types of criminal cases from complex internet pornography cases to drunk driving cases. We are different from most criminal attorneys because we are a Law Firm that specializes in Criminal Defense. Our clients appreciate the fact that we have a team approach to every case we handle. We love what we do and that gives us an advantage every time we step into the court room.

42 years | 5,000 cases

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 41 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1984

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Law Offices of Raymond A Cassar PLC

30445 Northwestern Highway., Suite 220, Farmington Hills, MI, 48334

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Raymond A. Cassar's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

144 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 34 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Kristin | June 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

When Bad things Happen to Good people...Ray gets it Done!

Bad things happen to good people and people make mistakes. My Fiance and I found ourselves in a situation that required us to secure legal representation. Due to our situation, we had quite a bit at stake. Choosing the right lawyer to help us navigate through the mess would prove critical in the bes...t case scenario and final outcome of our case. Fortunately, we didn't have to look too hard as Raymond Cassar was highly recommended to us by a friend. Mr. Cassar did not disappoint! From beginning to end, he proved himself extremely professional, attentive, knowledgeable, personable, understanding, responsive and committed to working hard for us. All of which are fantastic qualities for your lawyer to have. However, above and beyond all of that and more important, Mr. Cassar genuinely cares. I can't thank you enough Ray. We greatly appreciated all of your hard work on this case. It was life-changing for us. Warm regards, Kristin and Ron

Posted by Mike | May 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent attorney

Mr. Ray Cassar represented our son for a first offense. He was able to get the charges against our son reduced and we were very pleased with the outcome. Ray provided detailed, knowledgeable and expert advice throughout the entire process. When we sat down for our consultation, he made us feel tha...t we were his most important clients, answering our questions and spending the time it took to make sure we were all comfortable and understood the process. No parent ever imagines that they will need to obtain legal representation for their child. But if you ever do need to hire someone, we would recommend Ray Cassar in a heartbeat. Observing Ray in the courtroom, it was very apparent he is well respected by his peers including the judge that presided over our case as well as the prosecuting attorney. He is a very caring and compassionate individual. We truly feel he represented our son as though he were his own. We don’t feel saying thank you to Ray goes far enough to show our gratitude.

Posted by Jessica | February 06, 2017 | Criminal Defense

Excellent!!!

I had a consultation with Ray over being falsely accused of fraud. He was very personable and genuinely cares about his clients. He is also very knowledagable about what he does and has really good advice. If things go as they should I will not even need to hire Ray. The best part about that is he is... still willing to answer all my questions and support me through all of these accusations. I was so nervous about looking for a lawyer and them wanting nothing but my money. If for any reason things take a wrong turn, I will hire Ray to represent me without a doubt!

Posted by Wes | December 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent lawyer and team

We hired Ray to represent our son at the recommendation of the local head of NAMI. Ray did a great job gaining the trust of our son, helped us through hard times, knows the system intricately, and most importantly, was very empathetic and understanding. He did an excellent job balancing his obligati...ons to our son and getting him treated with care and dignity. Our case involved legal incapacitation and incompetence to stand trial for a misdemeanor, and the outcome was optimum. I would highly recommend him and use his services again in a heartbeat. Ray's support staff is of the same caliber and his team focuses on the client's best interests at all times while performing their duties with an eye always on moral, ethical, and legal requirements at all times. One last and very important fact if you are considering his services: Ray is very well-known in the Oakland county court systems and is highly respected by the judges, prosecutors, and his peers. That is not meant to imply he gets any special treatment or favors; the Oakland County judges do not work that way as you will know if you do your research. What it does mean is that when Ray speaks, the judge and prosecutor know he is being forthcoming and can be trusted. In my opinion, if you have a loved one with mental health issues in need of assistance in a criminal case in Oakland county, you won't find better.

Posted by Steve | September 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Why you should Ray Cassar for your legal defense.

Ray is an excellent attorney. After just hearing Ray speak for a few minutes, I knew he was the right guy for the job. I had just been arrested for a DUI and child endangerment. It was a horrible mistake I made, and I felt even worse about it. Ray could tell the amount of guilt and shame I was carryi...ng along with this. Rays first priority was not the money. It was making sure that I was going to get the proper help for my alcoholism. He told me exactly what I needed to do for me and what the courts were going to want to see. My history with the law was not good. So it wasn't looking good for me at all. Never the less, Ray happily took my case. Told me to focus on me while he focused on my case. The entire journey through the court process I felt secure with Ray and his team. Ray knew all the court personnel and all of the court personnel knew him. People trusted him and liked him. Ray was well known at the Farmington Hills District Court as a great attorney with integrity. Ray did for me exactly what I wanted. To make sure I got the help I needed and to keep me out of jail. Again, keeping me out of jail was no small achievement either with my unfortunate track record. With Ray's advice, I am now almost 3 months clean and sober. My wife is by my side. Our family is once again happy. I got a fair sentence by the judge that did not involve jail time. Now I can continue to grow and move on with my life. Ray truly cared about me and my family. I would recommend him to anyone. Thank you Ray.

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Raymond A. Cassar's Lawyer Endorsements

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Audrey Monaghan

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ray is an outstanding lawyer and person. He is trustworthy and honorable and represents his clients with integrity and zeal. I have known Ray for many years and you could not have a better lawyer on your side."

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Alexandra Giuliani

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ray is an excellent attorney because he truly wants to help people who are in trouble with the law. I am fortunate enough to learn from one of the best in the State of Michigan. Ray has an excellent reputation in the community and is very well-respected. If you want someone who is competent and caring, as well as someone who will fight for what is right, you will want Raymond Cassar as your attorney! You will not be disappointed!"

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Chelsea Rebeck

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ray is an outstanding attorney. He truely cares about his clients and about people. I highly recommend him for any criminal matter. If you need help, you want Ray on your side. Hands down the best criminal defense attorney in Michigan."

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John Hubbard

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ray is a true professional and exhibits the highest degree of integrity. Ray will fight for his clients' constitutional rights and provide the best defense possible."

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Horia Neagos

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer.Ray is a terrific passionate lawyer who believes in his clients and will always ethically, morally, passionately provide the highest quality of representation. He was a terrific mentor to me and I am lucky to have both a professional and personal relationship."

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Matthew Zick

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Cassar is an elite criminal defense attorney. He is absolutely the best of the best in the entire State of Michigan. His courtroom prowess is renowned but his research and preparation skills are equally as impressive. He is accorded the utmost respect from judges, prosecutors and fellow defense attorneys. He is equally adept in Federal Court as he is in the State Courts."

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Daniel Larin

Criminal defense lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ray is one of the best lawyers in the business. I refer criminal cases that are outside my expertise to Ray. He is respected by the federal and state prosecutors. I know that when I send a client to Ray her or she will be getting the best legal representation."

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Daryl Wood

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"There are very few lawyers in Criminal Defense that have a reputation for zealous representation of each and everyone of their clients. Raymond Cassar is one of those attorneys. He gets results."

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Loren Dickstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I often explain to people who are prospective clients that there are different types of criminal defense lawyers. At one end of the spectrum are attorneys who are out just to make a living. At the other end of the spectrum are attorneys like Ray Cassar, the attorneys who are truly the pinnacle of the legal community and the essence of aggressive, passionate, effective criminal defense. Ray Cassar is the type of criminal defense lawyer who can achieve exceptional results for his clients, whether at trial or by plea-bargaining, that many other lawyers just are incapable of achieving for their clients. He has a reputation for being highly intelligent, zealous and a true fighter. I do not hesitate for a moment to put my reputation behind Ray Cassar."

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Ryan Kasak

Criminal defense lawyer

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Audrey Monaghan

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Alexandra Giuliani

Criminal defense lawyer

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Chelsea Rebeck

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Jan Rubinstein

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Horia Neagos

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Daryl Wood

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Top Lawyers 2021 In Criminal Defense, Detroit's Premier Business Journal

2021

Top Lawyer in Criminal Defense, DBusiness Magazine

2021

Top Lawyer of Metro Detroit, DBusiness Magazine

2021

Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers

2020

Top Lawyers of Michigan, Hour Detroit Magazine

2018

Lead Counsel Verified, Lead Counsel

2018

AV Peer Review Rating Highest Ethical and Legal Ability, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Michigan Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1984 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Raymond A. Cassar PLC

1984 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Oakland Community College

Associations

Oakland Bar Associations

Member

American Bar Association

Member

State Bar of Michigan

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Criminal Defense Association of Michigan

Member

Federal Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

U.S. v (Robinhood)

Excellent

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Education

1984

University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Young Lawyers Summit

Strategies for Trial Practice

2021

Michigan State Police Expert Witness school

Defense Perspective of Expert Witnesses

2020

Podcast

Zoom Court Hearings

2019

Regional Seminar

Expert Witnesses in Sexual Assault Cases

2016

Oakland University Autism Symposium

Special Challenges for Defendants and Clients with Special Needs

2013

Michigan State Police Academy Expert Witnesses: the Defense Perspective

2012

Webinar

Effectively Running a Criminal Defense Practice

2012

Farmington PTA

Sexting and Child Pornography in our schools

2012

Charley's Franchise Convention

Hiring and Firing for the Franchisee

2011

Michigan Corrections Annual Meeting

Community Corrections and the Need for Change

2010

Michigan Youth's Conference on Leadership

Leadership In The Law

2010

Criminal Law Issues

Criminal Law

2008

Young Lawyer's Association

How To Help your Client's When They Are Charged with a Crime

2008

ACCESS Training Centers

Criminal Records & Expungements

2007

National Association of Polygraphers

Use of Polygraphs for the Criminal Defense Attorney

2007

Institute of Continuing Legal Education Defending Domestic Violence Cases

2000

Michigan Association of Paralegals Criminal Forfeiture

Publications

2011

Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) TRENDS IN DUI DISCOVERY, Authored Chapter on Building A Successful Strategy For DUI Cases Using Discovery

2009

Institute of Legal Education How to Supress a Confession

Languages

English

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