Michael L. Steinberg's Law Practice

01/10/2026

Food for thought. Rob Mills asked me if I could defend this case. My believe I could. Many of us that try difficult cases, do an exercise called psychodrama. It is there, where we look out our biases, perceptions, etc and grasp them. Those who have trained with me, have heard me call this "own the ick" In a training in November, I got my colleague/student to get on his feet and walk with me discussing the things that were disturbing him in the case. A grandpa accused of sexually harming a grandchild. The event allegedly occurred years early.

I post this video (spare us the maelstrom it's getting trite)
https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1L7U1Rk1eP/

In it we see Ross clearly to the side as Good's vehicle is in motion. I have seen that in another frame by frame video. However this evidence must be viewed against the Ross phone cam video. He clearly was at least startled and instinctively je**ed out of the way. That was his subjective perception. To defend Ross, if charged, given the milliseconds of reaction, his state of mind must be presented. I raised concern that his previous encounter with a vehicle striking him, is a hill that will have to be overcome. As I told rob yesterday, we would have to put ourselves into the shoes of the actor. Here are the agent firing the shot

As my colleague Gary Kennedy II, a seasoned capital defense lawyer that I admire immensely t
said, this man must be charged. There is enough evidence out there to charge him. It will then take the skill of a season.Defense attorney to present his defense to the jury. I tell every juror that I've ever selecte that I am not concerned with the guilt or innocence in the case. I tell any student lawyer that I've ever trained that if you're focused on the verdict, you're out of the game. My focus is to hone in on reasons to doubt. Plain and simple.

Many may use this video to judge Ross' actions. However, this is after the fact and it is not delving into what was going on at the time of the action.

Respectfully

Michael L. Steinberg P43481
Www.mikesteinberglaw.com

09/26/2025

Grateful for another 5 star review.

"Mike steinberg was very professional and straight to the point. He was kind, helpful and honest. He got my case dropped! Working with Mike was stress free and he always answered the phone day or night! Would highly recommend!"

I aim to please

08/19/2025

Check this out Google review has a new formatting process. Grateful for another 5 star review. If you are in trouble in Royal Oak/Berkley, my office is a half a block from the Courthouse. 300 East Fourth Street (248) 321-1801 cell/text 24/7

★★★★★ "Mr.Steinburg was very professional with tremendous amounts of knowledge. He offered a fair payment plan. I could always contact him if I had questions and concerns. Took his time to make sure I understood what my options were. His many years in law was a great advantage to my case. ...

08/16/2025

This an example of how AI has opened up a whole new area where evidence can be fabricated to look very real.

https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2025/08/15/michigan-girl-allegedly-fooled-police-in-framing-a-boy-on-instagram/85315448007/

I knew of one in Maryland last year, where a disgruntled employee made a recordings of discriminatory material against his principal. That caused the principal to be fired and dragged through the mud. It took deeper analysis of the recordings to show that the breathing patterns were not human

Be careful

A teen girl is accused of framing two boys by convincing police they were threatening her on Instagram — when it was really her writing the threats.

07/11/2025

I always love opening my email and being notified of another 5 star review. Here was what was in my box this morning.

"I cannot say enough about the incredible representation I received from Mr. Steinberg. It was clear day one I was in capable hands and had an advocate I could trust.

What truly sets Michael apart is how masterfully he leverages both his knowledge of the law and his longstanding relationships within the legal system. He navigated every step of the process with confidence and precision, always keeping me informed and reassured.

If you are in need of a criminal defense attorney who truly knows the system and will fight relentlessly for you, I wholeheartedly recommend Michael Steinberg. He changed the trajectory of my life, and I will be forever grateful."

Grateful for the acknowledgment

Michigan Criminal Defense Attorney, Michael L. Steinberg, offers 30+ years of experience in defending the accused. I Fight For Your Rights!

05/14/2025

Received this in the midst of a very busy day. The client in the case referenced was able to walk away with a full dismissal. He can look forward to serving our country without any blemishes

"Mike was absolute pleasure to work with. He worked diligently, was responsive and attentive to all of our questions and concerns. I highly recommend the Law offices of Michael Steinberg! If you want your case resolved at a great price, he's your guy!"

04/17/2025

Grateful for another satisfied client. 5 star review

Michael’s a straight shooter. He’ll help you get the result you want in court with no curve balls. I highly recommend him as an attorney in Metropolitan Area Detroit. He has a great network with excellent relationships to support your legal matters.

Thanks Michael!

04/08/2025

Appalling

Dearborn lawyer says feds tried to seize his cellphone at Detroit Metro Airport as he returned from spring break trip with his family.

03/25/2025

I blogged on this case a few weeks ago where the case was dismissed due constitutional infirmities. This case was a misdemeanor and we do not suspect the constitution simply because the matter may be "small" When one is up against the strong arms of the government, there is nothing small. That client wrote a five star review. I am fortunate that clients appreciate the hard work we put in on our cases.

"I was very lucky to get Mr. Steinberg as my court appointed attorney. He truly does great work and I would recommend him to anyone needing an attorney. Thanks to his thorough knowledge of the law and determination to defend me in my case, my case was dismissed."

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Michigan Criminal Defense Attorney, Michael L. Steinberg, offers 30+ years of experience in defending the accused. I Fight For Your Rights!

03/22/2025

From the State Bar of Michigan. A similar statement came from the American Bar Association. I stand with my Bar Commissioners and State Bar Executives. Michael L. Steinberg P43481

Dear colleagues,
As attorneys, each of us took an oath as a condition of admission into the State Bar of Michigan. In that oath, we swore our commitment to upholding the U.S. and Michigan constitutions, to maintaining respect for our courts of justice and judicial officers, and to never reject the cause of the defenseless or oppressed.
As the elected officers of the State Bar of Michigan Board of Commissioners, we want all Michigan attorneys to know that we are concerned by any and all threats to the judiciary, the Constitution, and American democracy. Today, we issued the following statement and the State Bar of Michigan is also continuing to update the resources it has available at michbar.org/ruleoflaw to help educate the public about these issues.
Statement from SBM Leadership on Unprecedented Threats to Rule of Law
As officers of the State Bar of Michigan, we are committed to promoting the administration of justice and upholding the rule of law-core principles that are essential to the proper functioning of our democracy comprised of three co-equal branches of government.
The rule of law ensures that our legal system in the judicial branch of government operates with fairness, stability, and predictability, affording all individuals equal access to justice under established legal principles.
A strong and independent judiciary is fundamental to this framework, as it safeguards constitutional rights, resolves disputes impartially, and applies the law free from external influence. Judges must be able to decide cases based on the law and facts, rather than outside pressures. Efforts to undermine judicial independence-whether through threats to judicial security, calls for removal based on case outcomes, or actions that erode the public's trust in the courts—pose risks to the proper functioning of our justice system.
Equally fundamental to the rule of law and the proper administration of justice is the ability of lawyers to advocate for clients, even when those clients and their causes may be difficult or controversial. Our democracy depends on lawyers being able to provide representation to others as a means of ensuring that legal rights are properly asserted and that courts are presented with full and fair arguments.
We affirm the State Bar of Michigan's commitment to supporting the fair and impartial administration of justice in the proper functioning of the courts. We encourage respect for the judicial process and the roles of judges and lawyers in our legal system. We invite members of the bar and the public to visit the State Bar of Michigan's webpage for further information on the importance of the rule of law in our democracy.
In accordance with our mission and responsibilities at the State Bar of Michigan, we will continue to provide resources, education, and advocacy that support an independent judiciary, the legal profession, and the rule of law, in furtherance of the administration of justice and the proper functioning of our courts now and in the future.
If you have any additional questions, comments, or concerns, please reach out to us at [email protected].

Joseph P. McGill, President
Lisa J. Hamameh, President-Elect
Erika L. Bryant, Vice President
Thomas H. Howlett, Treasurer David C. Anderson, Secretary

The State Bar of Michigan shall aid in promoting improvements in the administration of justice and advancements in jurisprudence, in improving relations between the legal profession and the public, and in promoting the interests of the legal profession in this state.

03/07/2025

SCAM ALERT OAKLAND COUNTY JAIL

Just got a call from my client's dad (yes early riser) My client was sentenced to 100 days and went in on Wednesday. His dad gets a call from a "sergeant" yesterday telling him there is a program for early release due to overcrowding. He had to pay $2800 to get on a tether. The scammer had very specific information on my client's employment. The scammer directed the dad to a bitcoin machine near his home. Money paid. The OCSD has an alert on their website

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Mike Steinberg

03/03/2025

Today in a courtroom in Macomb County, the 5th Amendment right to due process of law prevailed. The issue was rather simple and frankly one we do not see as much in the modern era of technology. I filed a Motion to Dismiss a case on the grounds that 911 recordings were not preserve. The 911 recording would have shown that my client was the caller and the so called "victim" (I do not use that word, I use 'complainant) was the aggressor. On the body camera, which remarkably was preserved, my client is seen telling the police that the complainant was the aggressor.

The prosecutor put the detective in charge on the stand. He agreed that preserving evidence was essential in cases and that 911 evidence is the type of evidence that must be preserved, He tried to flimsily state that the 911 recordings are destroyed unless demanded after 90 days. I said flimsily because he was not the proper witness on evidence preservation and the policies of the Macomb County Sheriff Dept on the topic. So the judge struck that line of testimony My judge was a former defense attorney and knows that evidence flows in at different times. I made sure to argue in closing that preservation of evidence does not have some magical timeline that relieves the government of its burden to preserve evidence .

The Judge was seriously troubled that the evidence, which the prosecution conceded was exculpatory, was not preserved. She agreed with my analysis that Federal Supreme Court law classifies that evidence as the type that must be preserved. She also agreed that it would be impossible for the jury to assess the credibility of the complainant without this evidence That is one of the prongs necessary to grant a dismissal.

Bottom line the Constitution was alive and well in a Macomb County courtroom today.

I can be found at www.mikesteinberglaw.com

Grateful to the Creator

Michael L. "Miko" Steinberg, Esq

Michigan Criminal Defense Attorney, Michael L. Steinberg, offers 30+ years of experience in defending the accused. I Fight For Your Rights!