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Michael J. Cronkright

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  • Lansing, MI
  • Licensed for 26 years
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Michael J. Cronkright
Michael J. Cronkright
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About Michael

Michael J. Cronkright is one of Michigan's most accomplished and respected Child Protective Services defense attorneys. For more than 20 years, he has protected the interests and asserted the rights of parents, families, and caretakers as they face CPS allegations. A graduate of Western Michigan University Cooley Law School, Attorney Cronkright went on to co-found Kronzek & Cronkright, PLLC in 1998, where he practiced in the CPS and criminal defense practice areas. This extensive experience has made Attorney Cronkright particularly qualified to handle cases in which CPS investigations and criminal allegations intersect. Now the founder of Cronkright Law, Attorney Cronkright employs his experience over thousands of cases to fight for the rights of parents and help keep families together. If you or your family are facing a serious CPS matter and need to inquire about representation, contact Cronkright Law today.

Practice areas

  1. Child abuse: 75%

    I focus my practice on medical defenses in child abuse cases involving false allegations of neglect and abuse. I am a parent defense attorney.

    27 years, 100 cases

  2. Criminal defense: 20%

    I have been defending people accused of criminal activity since my first year in practice. My first jury verdict was a "not guilty" and I have not looked back. The key to success is working with a client, and not just for him.

    27 years, 500 cases

  3. Family: 5%

    27 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Cronkright Law

4601 W Saginaw Hwy
Suite J2A
Lansing, MI, 48917

Website
https://www.michiganparentdefense.com/attorney-profile/ 

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing201012/26/2021
MIActive And In Good Standing199501/23/2022
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers1433
Legal guides2
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate Granted
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2018
Top 100 Trial LawyersThe National Trial Lawyers2015
Top One PercentNational Association of Distinguished Counsel2015
10 Best for Client SatisfactionAmerican Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys2015
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2009
Blue BookThomas M. Cooley1996
Certificate of MeritThomas M. Cooley Law School1994
work experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
MemberCronkright Law, PLLC2016 - Present
Partner (member)Kronzek & Cronkright, PLLC1998 - 2016
associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Ingham County Bar AssociationMember2016 - Present
National Association of CPS Defense AttorneysFormer Board Member2013 - Present
National Child Abuse Defense and Rescource CenterSupporting Member2008 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMemberN/A
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMemberN/A
Criminal Defense Attorneys of MichiganMemberN/A
publications
Publication nameTitleDate
AggressiveCriminalDefenseDeath Penalty for Marathon Bomber?2014
CPS DefenseCPS Supervision Tragedy2014
AggressiveCriminalDefenseHelping a Teenager in Trouble2013
AggressiveCriminal DefenseMan Dies After Consuming Cocaine from Brother's Butt2012
education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Thomas M. Cooley Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor1994
Spring Arbor CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts1982
speaking engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Student Question and Answer PresentationCareer Day2015
Chlld Abuse Allegations, the Law, the Science, the Myths and the RealityDeposing and Exposing Faulty Medical Testimony2015
National Association of Child Abuse Defense and Resource Center, Las Vegas, 2014Ethics and Standard of Care Issues in Child Abuse Defense2014
Parent Attorney TrainingDiscovery and Evidence Issues in Child Protection Proceedings2014
Special Meeting of the Lansing Compassion ClubSection 8 Defenses Under the MMMA2013
legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Ingham County, Felony Domestic ViolenceNot Guilty, Jury Trial
1st Degree Child Abuse, Berrien CountyNot Guilty, Jury Trial
Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st degreeNot Guilty, all counts
Kent County Infant FractureAfter defense medical experts were brought in, a viable medical defense was presented. The case was ultimately dismissed and the child was returned home.
Child Abuse / Neglect PetitionFavorable jury verdict, no jurisdiction

Reviews

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We won!!!

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Police brutality

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He brought calm to the storm

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Excellent work

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Knowledgeable and thorough...

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A family reunited

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The right lawyer makes the right outcome.

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stay away from crawford...

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The right attorney Makes a difference

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A shepherd through hell

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Lawyer Derek Jacques

Derek Jacques, Family Attorney on Oct 31, 2018
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Mr. Cronkright is an excellent advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a client in need.

Lawyer Walter Rudolph Hnot, III

Walter Hnot,, Child abuse Attorney on Apr 20, 2017
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Michael is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.

Lawyer Derek Jacques

Derek Jacques, Family Attorney on Oct 31, 2018
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Mr. Cronkright is an excellent advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a client in need.

Lawyer Walter Rudolph Hnot, III

Walter Hnot,, Child abuse Attorney on Apr 20, 2017
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Michael is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.

Lawyer Marina Melman

Marina Melman, Family Attorney on Aug 11, 2016
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Excellent Attorney - I fully endorse

Lawyer Mark V. Clay

Mark Clay, Family Attorney on Aug 22, 2015
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I highly endorse Mr. Cronkright. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first.

Lawyer Justin Seth Drach

Justin Drach, Child abuse Attorney on Jun 3, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Nancy Loukus Ballast

Nancy Ballast, Criminal defense Attorney on May 4, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Jonathan Pierre Lacour

Jonathan Lacour, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 28, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Keen attention to detail and exceptional service. One of the best there truly is.

Lawyer Webb Millsaps

Webb Millsaps, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 4, 2015
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Mr. Woodward consistently gives analytical answers in this forum. His responses are cogent, concise and practical. I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Evan H. Callanan Jr.

Evan Callanan, Child abuse Attorney on Apr 1, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Mike has great analytical abilities and is always prepared. He is skilled in the art of cross-examination and very persuasive with arguments. He has performed miracles in the trial arena.

Lawyer Mark Issa Murad

Mark Murad, Unknown Attorney on Mar 29, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Vonnie Clay Dones III

Vonnie Dones, Child abuse Attorney on Mar 29, 2015
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I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.

Lawyer Coleman Peter Hengesbach

Coleman Hengesbach, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 25, 2015
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Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Mar 24, 2015
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An excellent attorney in an extremely difficult field, who is an excellent advocate for clients. I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer John C. Elkhoury

John Elkhoury, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 20, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Christian K. Lassen II

Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Mar 14, 2015
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Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

Lawyer John B. Elbert

John Elbert, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 10, 2015
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Michael is a fine attorney who is dedicated to his clients and works tirelessly for successful results. I have no hesitation when endorsing him.

Lawyer David Alfred Carroll

David Carroll, Child abuse Attorney on Mar 5, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cronkright is a knowledgeable attorney with great legal insight.

Lawyer H. James White

H. White, Unknown Attorney on Sep 8, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer John E. Melton

John Melton, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Lawyer Charles M. Kronzek

Charles Kronzek, Child abuse Attorney on Aug 7, 2014
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This is the lawyer that I send my relatives and friends to. He's a lawyer's lawyer. Highly recommended.

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