Best Criminal Defense Lawyers near Brighton, MI

3 of these firms are based in Brighton; the others serve Brighton from towns including Howell (9 mi), Milford (10 mi) and Pinckney (5 mi).

2 open 24/7 · 3 open weekends · 11 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Gerkin & Decker

Gerkin & Decker

4.8 59 reviews
“Walked me through all of the steps of probate and finalized with ease.”
Since 2011
7305 Grand River Ave #400
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Robert C. Gardella

Robert C. Gardella

4.9 76 reviews
“He provided sharp and insightful legal counsel, always guiding my decisions in the right direction without forcing my hand.”
Since 2008
134 N 1st St # 201
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Law Offices of Harris & Literski

Law Offices of Harris & Literski

4.2 57 reviews
“Matt Literski is the best lawyer iv ever come across my family and I have used him for everything from family matters to crimal matters.”
Serves Southeast Michigan, Livingston CountySince 1985Family-owned
123 Brighton Lake Rd #205
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Deanna L. Kelley

Deanna L. Kelley

4.9 87 reviews
“My relative is very inquisitive and asked countless questions throughout the proceedings and Deanna always stood ready to answer her questions thoughtfully and completely.”
Free consultationOpen 24 hours30+ yearsPrices online
Milford, MI · 10 mi from Brighton
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Law Office Of Kimberly S. Robbins

Law Office Of Kimberly S. Robbins

4.9 59 reviews
“I had to leave a bad situation and wasn't sure what to do or where to start, but she was so nice and knowledgeable, and made a bad situation as pleasant as easy as she could.”
Serves Livingston County, Oakland County, Genesee CountySince 2017Above average prices
Howell, MI · 9 mi from Brighton
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Wilcox Law

Wilcox Law

4.9 112 reviews
“Their pricing is very fair, especially for awesome results and a team that knows what they are doing.”
Free consultationSince 2016
Howell, MI · 9 mi from Brighton
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The 12 firms listed for Brighton, 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: Brighton, MI

The 12 firms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 4.9 across 1,055 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews and 11 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "knowledge", "results" and "trust". 2 are open around the clock; 3 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are business law (2), estate planning (2), personal injury (2) and real estate (2). Domain records put 9 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2003. 2 offer urgent consultations; 5 offer a free initial consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 12 of the firms on this page; 10 publish a contact page and 4 list a public email. 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.

Why are firms outside Brighton shown on this page?

3 of the 12 firms are based in Brighton; the others come from other towns. In criminal work the courthouse matters more than the office address, so ask whether a firm appears regularly in the court holding your case.

Bondy Law

Bondy Law

4.9 65 reviews
“If you are looking for a lawyer who will not only fight tirelessly for your rights but also provide the support you need, I highly recommend Spencer & Bondy law.”
Since 2020
Milford, MI · 10 mi from Brighton
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McCririe Law Plcc

McCririe Law Plcc

4.7 56 reviews
“I was extremely nervous at first, but they made the whole process so easy I couldn't have asked for a better experience!”
Since 2014
Howell, MI · 9 mi from Brighton
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The Law Office of Doug Dern

The Law Office of Doug Dern

4.8 22 reviews
“Excellent lawyer, attentive to your needs and spot on with his knowledge and expertise.”
Free phone consultationServes Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, SalineOpen 24 hoursSince 2019
Highland, MI · 11 mi from Brighton
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The Hammond Law Firm

The Hammond Law Firm

4.9 41 reviews
“He handled my legal needs in a very timely manner.”
Serves Livingston County, Oakland County +5Since 1999
Howell, MI · 9 mi from Brighton
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Gentry Nalley

Gentry Nalley

4.5 40 reviews
“Her and her staff kept me informed every step of the way, answering any question I had.”
Free consultationSince 2012
Howell, MI · 9 mi from Brighton
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Ameel M. Trabilsy II, Attorney at Law

Ameel M. Trabilsy II, Attorney at Law

4.7 21 reviews
“That kind of heart from a lawyer is very rare but more importantly I knew how much he cared about my case which he will do for you or anyone who retains his services!”
Since 2012
Pinckney, MI · 5 mi from Brighton
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