Law Offices of Joseph A. Simon, PLLC - Ann Arbor, MI

About the Law Offices of Joseph A. Simon, PLLC

When your liberty, reputation, and future are on the line, settling for average representation is not an option. The Law Offices of Joseph A. Simon, PLLC, operating as The Michigan Defenders, is a premier, full-service criminal defense law firm located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. For over four decades, founding attorney Joseph A. Simon has dedicated his entire professional career exclusively to defending individuals accused of state and federal crimes. Serving Washtenaw, Wayne, Jackson, Lenawee, and Livingston counties, Attorney Simon has vigorously defended thousands of clients, establishing a reputation as one of the most formidable trial lawyers in southeast Michigan. If you urgently need an attorney with the skills, passion, and resources to withstand the immense power of the government, Joseph A. Simon is the advocate you want by your side.

Over 40 Years of Unmatched Criminal Defense Expertise

At the Law Offices of Joseph A. Simon, PLLC, criminal defense is not a sideline practice-it is a lifelong passion. Attorney Simon represents clients at all stages of the criminal process, from the initial police investigation and arraignment to trials, sentencing, and appeals. The firm's comprehensive defense services cover all felony and misdemeanor charges, including:

• DUI and DWI Defense (OWI): Defending clients against drunk and drugged driving charges, challenging field sobriety tests, breathalyzer accuracy, and the legality of the initial traffic stop to save driving privileges and prevent jail time.
• Domestic Violence: Providing strategic advocacy in domestic assault and battery allegations, working to lift restrictive bond conditions, protect family reputations, and avoid life-altering convictions.
• Drug Crime Defense: Defending against possession, manufacturing, and distribution charges of Schedule 1 and 2 narcotics, with a thorough focus on search and seizure issues and constitutional violations.
• Violent Crimes and Homicide: Defending clients facing severe accusations, including murder, manslaughter, assault with intent to commit great bodily harm, and weapons offenses.
• Theft and White-Collar Crimes: Representing individuals accused of retail fraud, embezzlement, forgery, internet crimes, and financial fraud.

By deciding to hire a criminal defense lawyer with a proven history of success, you gain access to an advocate who treats your case with the gravity it deserves and prepares every defense with trial-ready precision.

A Reputation Seasoned by Peer-Reviewed Excellence

Joseph A. Simon's unwavering commitment to ethical standards and elite litigation capability has earned him some of the most prestigious accolades in the legal community. He has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 2001, having been selected five times as Ann Arbor's Criminal Defense Lawyer of the Year. He holds Martindale-Hubbell's highest possible AV Preeminent peer-reviewed rating and a perfect 10.0 "Superb" rating on AVVO. Furthermore, he has been recognized as a Michigan Super Lawyer in criminal defense since 2007 and is selected among America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys.

Why Southeast Michigan Trust Joseph A. Simon

Working with the Law Offices of Joseph A. Simon, PLLC means your case receives the personal attention of a highly seasoned attorney. Clients choose this premier firm for several distinct reasons:

• Direct Attorney Access: Your case is personally analyzed, drafted, and tried by Joseph A. Simon, never passed down to an inexperienced junior lawyer.
• Active Legal Educator: A regular contributor to the Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE), Attorney Simon teaches other lawyers on complex topics ranging from misdemeanor defense to felony trial tactics.
• Sentinel for the Community: Attorney Simon volunteers his legal expertise to provide courtroom training for the Washtenaw County Police Academy and coaches youth football, demonstrating his deep local roots.
• Creative Technical Solutions: Demonstrating his deep legal knowledge, Attorney Simon authored the "Michigan Automated Sentencing Guidelines," a computer application used by probation agents across the state.

Do not let fear dictate your future. If you are under investigation or facing active charges, contact the Law Offices of Joseph A. Simon, PLLC today. Our office is open 24/7 to handle your emergency. Call us to schedule your free, completely confidential consultation and let us begin building your defense today.