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Michael Bruce Brown
also known as Law Office of Michael B. Brown
About Michael
Biography
Dedicated to helping people to stand up to the legal system to protect their rights, freedom, financial security, and reputation.
I developed a passion for criminal law while taking classes with an excellent teacher in law school. Professor David Moran, who has argued on criminal defendants' behalf before the Michigan Supreme Court, first opened my eyes to the massive variety of potential issues present in criminal cases.
I followed this new-found passion for criminal law into a paid internship with the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office in Detroit, where I first started developing my voice in the courtroom. After graduation, I accepted an excellent offer of employment with the Maricopa County Attorney's Office, serving the greater Phoenix, Arizona area. In my role as Deputy County Attorney, I handled a wide range of felony and misdemeanor cases. As a prosecutor, I learned about the criminal justice system from top to bottom. More significantly, perhaps, I was indoctrinated into the prosecutor's mindset - the priorities, the challenges, and the inherent strengths of that position.
After prosecuting for three years, I took a position in private practice where I could bring my talents as a trial attorney, negotiator, writer, and issue-spotter to defend the rights of the accused. I now use those skills to help my cients understand the process and options as we go through the often confusing and intimidating criminal justice process.
In two years of practice with my well-respected law firm, I had many successes. I was able to convince prosecutors to fully dismiss serious felony charges against two of my clients. I negotiated many felony charges down to misdemeanor plea offers. In other cases, I was able to negotiate prison plea offers down to probation offers. And in other cases, I was able to negotiate DUI plea offers into lesser, non-DUI offers. In trial, I won some cases outright and earned split jury decisions in others. In each and every case I handled, I treated my clients with the respect they deserved and handled their cases with the care that I would expect if I was in their shoes.
Nevertheless, despite my success as a defense attorney in Arizona, I happily took the opportunity to return to my home state of Michigan to reunite with my wonderful family and friends. Arizona was a nice place to live for awhile, but it doesn't compare to the friendly, down-to-earth people of Michigan or our beautiful lakes and forests. As a lifelong hockey player and outdoor enthusiast, Michigan is truly home to me.
If you are in need of a criminal attorney, you need someone honest, intelligent, aggressive, tactful, and - most of all - devoted. I am that attorney. Let me be yours.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
55%
18 years
DUI and DWI
30%
18 years
Violent Crime
10%
18 years
Expungement
5%
15 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 11 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arizona for 17 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Michael B. Brown, PLLC
214 East Ludington Avenue, Ludington, MI, 49431
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Michael Bruce Brown's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Rick | June 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional and friendly
Micheal is a great lawyer. Knowledgable and known in the area. My case was dismissed without prejudice.
Posted by Matt | February 8, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Misdemeanor OWI and High Court Misdemeanor Loaded Weapon Charge
Michael did an excellent job working with the prosecutor in dropping the charges down to an impaired driving charge and a reckless use of firearm charge. These were both 93 day misdemeanors contrary to the original charges of 1 year in jail for the OWI and up to 2 years in prison. I got off only on p...
Posted by Drake | April 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Criminal misdemeanor
Mr. Brown represented me in a case involving two criminal misdemeanor charges by the DNR. I was found not guilty on both charges. Mr. Brown did a wonderful job in his eximanation of myself and the CO. I fully believe I was found inoccent due to his hard work, knowledge of the law, reading of the jury...
Posted by William | March 1, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Quality Attorney
Michael is a great guy and an amazing lawyer. He fought for me tooth and nail, worked with me extensively and understood my concerns. I would highly recommend him.
Posted by Greg M | December 5, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very helpful
Got the result I wanted and would return to him. Only issue was he seemed to be overworked at times and was hard to get a hold of.
Michael Bruce Brown's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Michael is a great attorney. I have referred cases to Michael, and I recommend him to you. He takes every matter seriously. He listens and works hard, and he invests in his clients, just like I do. He has trial experience, so you can count on him to fight for you and not cower. He has handled numerous matters in numerous jurisdictions, so he’s agile and confident in court. You cannot go wrong with Michael."
"Michael and I were opposing counsel on a number of criminal matters in his time with the Maricopa County Attorneys' Office. Michael was always reasonable and willing to discuss matters. Overall, Michael is an excellent attorney and I have no hesitation in recommending him for your legal needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael and I worked as opposing counsel on a criminal matter when he was a prosecutor. The case involved some expert testimony and Michael did an excellent job of cross-examining the expert."
"I had the opportunity to work with Mr. Brown when he was a prosecutor with Maricopa County. Mr. Brown is not only an exceptional lawyer, he is an honest and hard working professional. I highly recommend Mr. Brown."
"I worked with Mr. Brown as a fellow prosecutor at the Maricopa County Attorney's Office in Phoenix, AZ. Mr. Brown is an outstanding attorney who strives to do what is right by his clients. Highly recommend Mr. Brown."
"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Mike is a tremendous lawyer. We went head-to-head on numerous cases when he was a prosecutor. He is a fighter and also a thoughtful attorney. He cares about his clients' rights and always seeks to promote their interests aggressively."
"I have worked on both sides of the aisle with Mr. Brown and have always known him to be an intelligent, hardworking attorney. Any client would be fortunate to have him on their side. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the community."
"I endorse Mr. Brown as an attorney. He is an knowledgeable attorney with an impeccable reputation. He not only cares about his clients, but will zealously and aggressively defend them and their rights."
"I have known Michael for a number of years. He is an excellent attorney that strives to get quality results for his clients. He is knowledgeable about all aspects of the law and uses that knowledge to his client's advantage. I would not hesitate in recommending Michael to someone looking for a criminal defense attorney."
"I had the pleasure working alongside Michael for approximately 2 years while he was a prosecutor at the Maricopa County Attorneys Office. Our friendship continued as he went into private practice. Michael is a hardworking, intelligent attorney. He zealously defends his clients and ensures their rights are upheld while ensuring favorable resolutions of cases. I have no doubt Michael's successful practice of law continue in Michigan."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Brown both when he was a prosecutor as well as a criminal defense attorney at the Knowles Law Firm. I can personally attest that Mr. Brown is a passionate advocate who has a great rapport with all of his clients. He achieves excellent results by thoroughly preparing for his cases and applying his detailed knowledge of the law. I fully endorse Mr. Brown."
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Experience
Honors
1999
Presidential Scholarship, Hope College
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Michael B. Brown
2011 - 2013
Senior Associate, Knowles Law Firm
2008 - 2011
Deputy County Attorney, Maricopa County Prosecutor's Office
2007 - 2008
Attorney Intern, Wayne County Prosecutor's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2008
Wayne State University Law School Mock Trial TeamMember
Education
2014
Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (CDAM)
Trial Advocacy College
2008
Wayne State University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Hope College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Michigan Supreme Court Community Connections - Local Attorney Issue Introduction at Jenison High School
In Re Certified Question from the US COA 9th Circuit - Deacon v Pandora Media Inc
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Will Michigan allow Pennsylvania to extradite me over a misdemeanor DUI 2nd offense?
11 Aug 2016
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Can a loan company repossess a vehicle due to suspended license?
07 Jul 2016
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I'm on probation for disorderly conduct. .I must do urine test twice weekley as per my probation officer.
13 Jun 2016