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About Brendon

I am an internationally licensed Criminal Defense Lawyer, practising in both Ontario, Canada as well as throughout Michigan.  I am a member of the State Bar of Michigan, State Bar of Illinois (inactive), the Western and Eastern Districts for the U.S. Federal Bar,  and the Law Society of Upper Canada (i.e. Ontario).

My main practice areas are cross-border criminal cases, cross-border enforcement cases, family law, and immigration law.  We have staff and lawyers in both Canada and the U.S.A., and I am extremely proud of the dedication and work that our lawyers give to eac and every client.

Please visit our website at: www.basigalawfirm.com for more information.

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Practice areas

International lawDivorce and separationImmigrationCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 85%

    15 years

  2. Immigration: 5%

    Given that I am licensed in BOTH the U.S.A. and Canada, I assist clients with Waiver Applications, work permit/visa applications, and other immigration issues.

    6 years

  3. Divorce and separation: 5%

    15 years

  4. International law: 5%

    8 years

Languages spoken

English, French

Photos and videos

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Contact

2133 University Park Drive
#200
Okemos, MI, 48864

Basiga Law Firm, a Professional Corporation

114 E. Lawrence St.
Suite 140
Charlotte, MI, 48813

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
ILVoluntarily Inactive201110/05/2021
MIActive And In Good Standing200610/22/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Distinguished Service AwardIngham County Bar Association2010
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Adjunct ProfessorWestern Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School2015 - Present
PresidentBasiga Law Firm, PC2014 - Present
Associate AttorneyBodwin & Associates, P.C.2010 - Present
Associate AttorneyThe Nichols Law Firm, PLLC2009 - 2010
Associate AttorneyThe Reynolds Law Firm, PLC2007 - 2009
Student LawyerThe Washtenaw County Public Defender's Office2005 - 2005
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Middlesex Law AssociationMember2014 - Present
Criminal Lawyers AssociationMember2014 - Present
The Ingham County Bar AssociationMember2006 - Present
PREDAMember2005 - Present
The Criminal Defense Attorneys of MichiganMember2007 - 2009
State Bar of Michigan - Criminal Justice InitiativesMember2007 - 2009
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
From U.S. Juris Doctor to an Ontario Bar License - Things I wish I knew BeforehandWestern Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Journal of Practical and Clinical Law2015
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
The Law Society of Upper CanadaBarrister and Solicitor2012
The Thomas M. Cooley Law SchoolJuris Doctor2005
The University of Alberta School of BusinessBachelor of Commerce2001
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Public Defender's ClinicCriminal Defense2010
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
International Enforcement of JudgementMichigan judgment was recognized and enforced in Ontario!
Criminal Sexual ConductDismissed!

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Outstanding

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Mr. Basiga is extremely knowledgeable and caring. He is the epitome of the law profession. His integrity and tenacity produced excellent results.
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job well done

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sience carolyn ayres retired I have bin useing brendon and he has done nothing but excellent work for me and I couldn't be happier with the results hes gotten and I would recommend him to anyone

Attorney endorsements

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Theodora Eisenhut, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 28, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Brendon is truly an advocate. His passion for the law and genuine concern for his clients' interests is uncommon and admirable. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Joseph Bowman

I endorse this lawyer.

Edwar Zeineh

I endorse this lawyer.

Nicholas Leydorf

I highly recommend Mr. Basiga. He is a highly intelligent individual who is committed to achieving the best possible result for his clients.

Jared Austin, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 1, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Brendon is a great attorney and will be a valuable asset to any client.

Jon Pettis

I endorse this lawyer.

Patrick Crowley, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 24, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Brendon is definitely an "up and coming" rockstar in the Lansing area legal arena. I cannot say enough about this young lawyer... He is bright, polite, tenacious, and obviously quite knowledgeable. I would not be surprised to see Brendon wearing the black robe himself very very soon.

Ross Bower, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 28, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer's work. Brendon is passionate about the work he does on behalf of his many clients faced with difficult situations. His record of public service is also a testament to his character as a counselor and attorney.

Michael Nichols, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 26, 2009
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Basiga is aggressive, passionate and very smart.

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  • Hourly Rates $250-$250/hour
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