Law Office of Ian A. Caldwell
“Ian helped me out with a legal matter and was great to work with.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Birmingham, MI
15 firms listed · 7 in Birmingham · 10 open 24/7 · 11 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Abood Law Firm
“Their attorneys treat your challenges as their own, fiercely protecting your rights and pushing for the best possible outcome.”
Joshua A. Kaplan Criminal Defense Attorney
“From knowledge on the subject matter, to communication and guidance throughout the process, everything was very smooth and easy to understand.”
Cross Defense
“Joe's the man did exactly what he said he would worth every penny!”
Rights First Law
“She knows the law very well and she does her own research to find other cases and more information to support your case and ensures that you win.”
KDK Law
“So far Kevin has been amazing and he didn't have to help me with my case but I have the upmost faith and respect for this man right now.”
The 15 firms listed for Birmingham, MI defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Birmingham, MI
7 of the 15 firms we list are based in Birmingham; the other 8 serve Birmingham from towns including Southfield (5 mi), Bloomfield Hills (1 mi) and Royal Oak (4 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 2,145 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "expertise" and "knowledge". 10 are open around the clock and 11 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are sex crimes (4), criminal law (3), domestic violence (3), child abuse (2) and civil litigation (2). 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 60 years. 10 offer urgent consultations; 6 offer a free initial consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 15 of the firms on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 5 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Do any criminal law firms listed for Birmingham offer free consultations?
6 of the 15 criminal defense firms here state that a first consultation carries no charge. Treat it as a chance to ask how your kind of charge is handled and who would cover your hearings. It is not the moment to describe the facts in detail to several firms in a row.
Joshua D. Nucian, Attorney at the Law Offices of Joshua D. Nucian
“Josh's attitude and confidence towards my case not only saved me a great deal of court costs, but also helped me to avoid problems a potential client may not see, examining every facet and possibility.”
Dickstein & Amberg
“He provided me with valuable resources, guided me on the steps I needed to take, and took the time to learn about my personal background so he could build the strongest possible case on my behalf”
Dallo Law
“Over the years, they've been reliable, professional, and genuinely committed to helping me through every step of my legal matter.”
The Law Offices of Bradley J. Friedman
“Got me the best possible outcome worked with me the entire way very responsive”
George Law
“Mark did a fantastic job with my case and always made sure I understood everything that was going on and he got me the best outcome.”
Family Law Attorney Allison Folmar
“Ms Allison Folmar stood up for me more than any attorney I've ever had.”
Joumana Kayrouz Law
“Sam set up multiple meetings to ensure that I was factually organized and ready for the interview, and that was the KEY to the positive outcome I received.”
Satawa Law
“I'd definitely recommend him if you're looking for a criminal defense attorney.”
Brown & Associates, Legal Services
“If you need a lawyer that will genuinely have your back, and who embraces the integrity respected and expected by the judicial system, then Chris is it.”
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