One of the Top Ten Criminal Defense Attorneys in the State of Michigan Leading Lawyers Magazine 2020 peer review survey

Located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the Law Offices of Joseph A. Simon handles all criminal defense matters primarily in Washtenaw County but also service all surrounding counties. Contact us to receive a free, confidential consultation today.

Joseph Simon has successfully defended several friends of mine. He is well respected in the community, knowledgeable, and professional. If you find yourself in need on defense attorney, call him.

Joe Gordon

09/15/2018

Joe has and will always be my “go to” attorney. Not only is he great at what he does but he also cares so much about his clients that he offers advice as needed and referrals to other great attorneys if requi...

Jim St. John

10/15/2018

I cannot thank him enough. I always put my trust in God, regardless of complexity of challenges we face, everything will get sorted out at the end; when we met this lawyer, I knew that God had answered my prayers. ...

Leonardo Mejia

02/15/2025

I am extremely grateful for the work my criminal attorney Joseph Simon and his paralegal Victoria You did on my case. From the very beginning, they were professional, responsive, and honest about what to expect and expla...

Ray Wang

02/16/2026

I am truly impressed by the outstanding legal representation provided by Joe and his team. Their expertise and dedication in handling my case were evident from the beginning. They skillfully navigated the complexities of...

Anand K

01/15/2024

Mr. Simon was great to work with. He came highly recommended and I do not regret choosing him to represent me throughout the legal process. He is great at explaining things and was very honest with what the ramifications...

Joseph Manning

12/15/2023

The Law Offices of Joseph A. Simon missions what true legal counsel stand for. Attorney Simon personally contacted me back immediately after leaving a voice message, answering each and every question I had regarding my f...

Octavia Jay

12/15/2025

A breath of fresh air in this business! We see all these ads from massive law firms that claim they will “fight” for you. Joe Simon will absolutely fight for you, but he’ll also truly get to know you,...

Greg Dooley

09/15/2024

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Learn how proving lack of intent for great bodily harm strengthens your defense. Discover your legal options. Call (734) 887-6200 today.

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Learn how prosecutors build felonious assault cases and effective defense strategies. Get expert legal help today. Call (734) 887-6200 for consultation.

The Three-Element Framework: How Prosecutors Build Felonious Assault Cases and How to Dismantle Their Evidence

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Understanding the Three-Element Framework in Felonious Assault Prosecutions Felonious assault is one of Michigan’s most serious violent crime charges, carrying…

Learn how Michigan courts determine aggravated assault penalties and effective defense strategies. Call (734) 887-6200 for expert legal guidance today.

Understanding Aggravated Assault Sentencing Guidelines: How Michigan Courts Determine Penalties and What Defense Strategies Can Mitigate Your Sentence

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Learn the critical differences between assault and battery charges and why separate defense strategies matter. Call (734) 887-6200 for expert legal help.

Understanding the Critical Difference Between Assault and Battery Charges: Why Your Defense Strategy Must Address Both Separately

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Understanding Assault vs. Battery: Definitions Matter in Your Defense Many people use the terms “assault” and “battery” interchangeably, often combining…

One of the Top Ten Criminal Defense Attorneys in the State of Michigan Leading Lawyers Magazine 2020 peer review survey

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