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As a former federal and state prosecutor, attorney John Freeman has the experience to aggressively defend you against serious charges.
Case Results
Case Dismissed
A murder charge was dismissed for a Detroit man at preliminary examination after questioning revealed the alleged eyewitness could not have seen what they claimed to have seen.
August 2021
No Charges Filed
Mom, falsely accused of child abuse against her 12-year old daughter, was cleared in Oakland County without charges being filed, thanks to early intervention from attorney John Freeman.
September 2022
Charges Dismissed
A Troy man charged with domestic assault successfully completed probation and had his misdemeanor charge dismissed following a plea deal.
February 2022
Not Guilty
A Jackson County man facing up to life in prison was found not guilty after our cross-examination revealed the witnesses against him had not told the truth and conspired to set him up.
August 2021
Not Guilty
After a 3-day trial in St. Clair County Circuit Court, our client was found not guilty by a jury after being falsely accused of assault with intent to commit sexual penetration.
August 2022
No Charges Filed
No charges filed against a Lansing woman who shot her boyfriend in self-defense, following Mr. Freeman’s immediate jail visit and representation before, during and after police questioning.
June 2022
Charges Reduced
An Oakland County woman, facing mandatory jail-time for felony drunk driving (3rd offense), followed Mr. Freeman’s instructions on how to comply with all bond conditions and proactively deal with her drinking problem, leading to a plea deal to misdemeanor drunk driving (2nd offense) and probation.
June 2022
Sentence Reduced
An Ohio man facing multiple years in prison instead was sentenced in federal court to probation and community service following Mr. Freeman’s representation before and after charges were filed.
July 2022
Case Dismissed
The case against a U of M student charged with sexual assault and facing prison was dismissed at preliminary examination in Ann Arbor District Court after Mr. Freeman’s cross-examination of the State’s only witness.
June 2021
Sentence Reduced
A client facing mandatory life in federal prison received only 7 years following Mr. Freeman’s successful representation in Detroit federal court.
November 2015
Case Dismissed
A Downriver woman charged with carrying a concealed pistol in her yoga pants has her case dismissed at preliminary examination after Mr. Freeman successfully established on cross-examination that the police could plainly observe the outline of the gun, thereby defeating the prosecutor’s claim that it was concealed.
October 2018
Charges Dismissed
A Troy man’s carrying a concealed weapon (ice pick) charge from Somerset Mall was dismissed at preliminary examination after Mr. Freeman’s extensive cross-examination of police officers demonstrated the suspect had no intent to use the item as a weapon.
2014
Aggressive Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Metro Detroit And All Of Michigan
- Under investigation?
- Facing criminal charges?
- Already convicted?
- Arrested?
- Subpoenaed to testify?
- Contacted by the police?
Honors And Memberships
Totally dedicated to his clients, John Freeman’s success in protecting the rights of those accused of crimes in Michigan has earned him many honors and awards, including SBM Connect, Avvo, National Association Criminal Defense, ASLA, 10 Best, Top 100 National Trial Lawyers, Lawyers of distinction and selection to the Super Lawyers’ list for 2022.
More Than 25 Years Of Criminal Law Experience
At the Law Office of John Freeman, we defend people accused of all types of federal crimes and state crimes.
Over his 25+ year criminal law career, Attorney John Freeman’s determination to succeed has earned him a reputation for results in even the most challenging cases.
He’s handled complex and high-profile cases statewide, garnering accolades from clients and peers alike for his tough, honest and dependable brand of courtroom advocacy.

All Crime, All The Time
The Law Office of John Freeman is “all crime, all the time.” We handle criminal defense cases and administrative matters related to criminal defense cases. We are not a general practice law firm. We do not attempt to juggle multiple areas of the law. In other words, when you choose us to handle your case, you will be defended by a lawyer who has spent his entire career handling cases like yours, and who brings an unprecedented depth of criminal law knowledge to your case.
Our clients are individuals and corporate entities that are under investigation or formally charged with all types of federal crimes and state crimes. We appear in federal court, state court and before a variety of administrative agencies such as the Secretary of State (driver’s license appeals), the Department of Corrections (parole), and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (FFL regulation).
We are dedicated to defending the rights and freedom of people in Metro Detroit and statewide.

A Former Federal And State Prosecutor
Attorney John Freeman is a former federal and state prosecutor. In those roles, he handled a large number of high-profile cases, including cases involving murder, terrorism, high-level drug trafficking, robbery, white collar crime charges and other federal crimes. He now uses that experience to defend people accused of serious felony and misdemeanor charges in either federal or state court.

Strategic And Aggressive Representation At All Stages
The Law Office of John Freeman can represent you at all stages of the legal process, including:
- Pre- and post-arrest situational management
- Pre- and post-charge negotiations
- Statements to the authorities
- Initial appearance, preliminary exam and arraignment
- Detention/bond hearings
- Post-trial motions and sentencing
- Appeals and post-sentencing motions
- Probation and parole violations
- Voluntary surrender
- Immunity
- Grand jury subpoenas
- Material witnesses
- Plea bargains
- Trial
- Expungement
- Concealed pistol license hearings