Roberto A. Bihar
“I reached out to Roberto for a consultation, and unlike the other three lawyers I spoke with, he gave me honest advice: I didn't need his paid services to get the resolution I wanted.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers near Waterford, MI
2 of these firms are based in Waterford; the others serve Waterford from towns including Novi (14 mi), Pontiac (5 mi) and Bloomfield Township (6 mi).
11 open 24/7 · 13 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Clarkston Legal
“Clarkston Legal is a great group of people who care and act quickly when needed.”
Zayid Law
“Amazing Attorney very attentive for his clients, he cares about you like you're his family.”
The David J. Kramer Law Firm
“He saved me from being falsely accused and I would recommend him to anyone needing help in what has been one of the most trying and devastating times in my life.”
Dallo Law
“While you wish you didn't need an attorney, if you find yourself in need you'd be a fool not to consider the Dallo team.”
Small Law
“It was nothing major but a misdemeanor that was pled down to a civil infraction and I know for a fact had I not went with Richard I could have possibly been upgraded to a felony.”
The 15 firms listed for Waterford, 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: Waterford, MI
The 15 firms on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 2,196 reviews; 13 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "knowledge", "results" and "communication". 11 are open around the clock; 13 are open on Saturdays and 12 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (6), sex crimes (4), domestic violence (3), expungement (3) and drug charges (2). 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 12 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2003. 11 offer urgent consultations and 8 offer a free initial consultation. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 15 of the firms on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 10 list a public email and 2 take 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.
Why are firms outside Waterford shown on this page?
2 of the 15 firms are based in Waterford; 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.
The Law Offices of Bradley J. Friedman
“I felt i was truly supported throughout the whole process and would not hesitate to hire him again if need be (hopefully never 😉).”
Babi Legal Group
“I will definitely recommend if anyone needs assistance with their case to reach out to him at-least once for his opinion”
Michigan Criminal Lawyers, Plc, Attorney Scott G. Weinberg
“He was very attentive to my case, as a result I was able get through my situation with more confidence”
Kendal Law Group
“Our trust and company formation documents were prepared quickly and for a reasonable fee.”
Deanna L. Kelley
“From start to finish, she was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely dedicated to helping me through a very stressful situation.”
Somberg Law
“I have a complicated legal issue and was feeling completely lost, but he patiently listened to my concerns and provided clear, actionable advice.”
Kirsch Daskas Law Group
“Hard working, high energy and focused on results are among her attributes.”
Law Office of Ian A. Caldwell
“Ian was there for me every step of the way in resolving my case.”
Goldin Law Firm
“Exceptional service , gary helped me with my case and gave me hope and closure after i just lost the love of my life .”
Why these companies made our list
What clients say about firms near Waterford
- “Roberto knew exactly what to do, was extremely knowledgeable, was a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend him.” — client of Roberto A. Bihar
- “While divorce is never a pleasant experience, Ryan made the process as seamless and manageable as possible.” — client of Clarkston Legal
- “Bradley provided outstanding legal representation when I found myself facing four felony charges, each carrying a potential sentence ranging from one day to life.” — client of The Law Offices of Bradley J. Friedman
- “My case was dismissed. I was very pleased with the professional service and personal support in this painful legal matter.” — client of Michigan Criminal Lawyers, Plc, Attorney Scott G. Weinberg
- “I had the pleasure of working with David Kramer for a reckless driving case and I can confidently say that he went above and beyond in his efforts to provide me with the best possible legal representation.” — client of The David J. Kramer Law Firm
Excerpts from public reviews of the firms listed on this page.
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