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The Law Offices of Michael L. Steinberg

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Our principal attorney, Michael L. Steinberg is listed in “America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney’s”. This distinguished legal recognition identifies the top 100 criminal defense attorneys by state. Out of the millions of attorneys in the United States, being in this list is a singular honor.

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Michael L. Steinberg is here for you. If you or someone you love was arrested and you are looking for an attorney you can trust, turn to our Royal Oak Defense Attorney law firm. You can start today by telling us about your case through a free case review!

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Michael L. Steinberg has been named by his peers to SuperLawyer for 11 years in a row!

Hiring an attorney to handle your defense sounds expensive. Hiring Mike, does not, as your lawyer does not have to break the bank. Mike has vast respect for public defenders and handles court-appointed cases himself. Mike teaches criminal defense lawyers how to defend cases. As appointed and retained counsel,  It is that daily presence in the courtroom, for over 31 years, that has allowed Mike to garner the respect of the bench, the staff, the prosecution, police officers, and other shareholders. Mike is a formidable opponent who leaves no stone unturned.   

SUNDAY MORNING ARRAIGNMENTS

Michael L. Steinberg has been a shareholder in the establishment of the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC). Our Organization, the Criminal Defense Attorney’s of Michigan has two permanent seats on the Commission. Our Board of Directors has been an elected member since 2002, oversees our permanent Commission members, and gives input.
 
Because of the MIDC, people accused of crimes do not have to sit in jail waiting to see a judge or magistrate. There is a lawyer now present to argue for bond A jail is a coercive environment where the accused is not in communication with the outside.
 
Getting the accused before a judge or magistrate protects these folks’. MIDC in action.
Michigan Indigent Defense Commission

As the world gets to see Donald Trump walk in on his terms, I want to take time to acknowledge my fellow defense attorneys, who toil away at the arraignment process on a daily basis. In my County (Oakland), we have a system where a detained person, whether at the county jail or in a local police department, is assured to have competent and informed counsel assist them, on a daily basis (weekends and holidays, included.

CDAM (I have been on the Board of Directors since 2002 and a member since 1991) was a major shareholder in creating the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission. That came through our litigation and then legislative lobbying. The ability to interview our clients prior to and be present at arraignment is embodied in law. For over 150 years before, attorneys being at arraignment was not required. Arraignments were not considered a critical stage. Each district court in Michigan has an MIDC coordinator. Each county court also has an administrator whose sole job is to administer indigent defense. To assure counsel at this early stage proceeding, you get a lawyer regardless of financial status. In our county, during the week, we have a pretrial service in place that interview and make a bond recommendation. Our client interviews and bond reports start coming in, via email, around 5 am on arraignment day. Other counties have similar procedures. We also get to interview our clients. That happens in all of the individual courts in the metro area where I work in.

I am grateful to have had a voice in the MIDC creation and the litigation before it was created. The accused are in good hands and lawyers throughout the state are now well-armed in the battle to get a fair bond. As the world gets to see Donald Trump walk in on his terms, I want to take time to acknowledge my fellow defense attorneys, who toil away at the arraignment process on a daily basis. In my County (Oakland), we have a system where a detained person, whether at the county jail or in a local police department, is assured to have competent and informed counsel assist them, on a daily basis (weekends and holidays, included.

CDAM (I have been on the Board of Directors since 2002 and a member since 1991) was a major shareholder in creating the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission. That came through our litigation and then legislative lobbying. The ability to interview our clients prior to and be present at arraignment is embodied in law. For over 150 years before, attorneys being at arraignment was not required. Arraignments were not considered a critical stage. Each district court in Michigan has an MIDC coordinator. Each county court also has an administrator whose sole job is to administer indigent defense. To assure counsel at this early stage proceeding, you get a lawyer regardless of financial status. In our county, during the week, we have a pretrial service in place that interview and make a bond recommendation. Our client interviews and bond reports start coming in, via email, around 5 am on arraignment day. Other counties have similar procedures. We also get to interview our clients. That happens in all of the individual courts in the metro area where I work in.

I am grateful to have had a voice in the MIDC creation and the litigation before it was created. The accused are in good hands and lawyers throughout the state are now well-armed in the battle to get a fair bond

Faculty Member

Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (CDAM).

Not only does Michael L. Steinberg practice law, but he also helps teach Trial Skills to other attorneys, law school grads and law students. He’s proud to serve as Faculty for the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan. This is from CDAM’s popular Evidence Bootcamp, held May 18, 2019. He had the pleasure to be part of it since its inception. We get people on their feet and thinking outside of the box.

Testimonial

Hands down Michael is my go-to attorney… Around 6 years ago I was referred to him by a close friend, I have been more than thankful ever since. As well as being a great lawyer he is a great person. The court can be scary and have him represent you is one of the best things you could do for yourself. Any court I have been in with him (and trust me there has been many) he is well known and respected at the highest level. I’ve had a magistrate look at me and say “I respect your decision of having such great counsel represent you.” Now imagine that when you’re facing criminal charges and potential jail time. He fights for your rights and is very professional and reassuring, inside the courtroom he emits a radiance of confidence. If you’re dealing with the court system look no further! I promise you found the right lawyer for life.

As through the years passing I always retain Mr. Steinberg, he cares deeply and has become a lifetime friend. He has kept my freedom safe time and time again…sometimes at impossible odds that someone with the respect he has with the courts can only achieve. Again I say look no further this is the lawyer you need and can trust.

Eric B.