Michael P. Manley

At Manley & Manley, P.L.L.C., located in Flint, Michigan, attorney Michael P. Manley is widely recognized for his outstanding abilities in criminal defense law. Serving clients throughout the Flint metro area and beyond, he extends his legal services across Michigan for select cases. His legal practice encompasses a wide array of areas, including arrest and arraignment, assault and battery, criminal fraud, and many others such as drug and alcohol violations, expungement, and felony charges.

Mr. Manley has gained this recognition through his legal acumen and notable achievements in the courtroom and the community. For more than three decades, he has obtained numerous "not guilty" verdicts in cases ranging from first-degree murder and criminal sexual conduct to assault and drug charges. He has also effectively resolved cases involving DUI charges, criminal defense matters and white collar crimes, among others.

Due to his success in prominent jury trials, Mr. Manley can negotiate favorable plea agreements when circumstances suggest a trial may not be the optimal course of action. As a committed legal advocate, he prioritizes maintaining respectful and professional relationships with judges and prosecutors, fostering constructive dialogue to resolve cases before they reach trial. When necessary, he is prepared to adopt a more assertive stance. No matter the circumstances, he approaches every case with integrity and discretion.

Mr. Manley began his journey with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1987, followed by a Juris Doctor from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law in 1990. That same year, he was admitted to practice law in Michigan. A respected figure in the legal world, he is an active associate of the State Bar of Michigan, the American Bar Association, the Criminal Defense Lawyers of Michigan, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Genesee County Bar Association.

Rated “Superb” on Avvo, Mr. Manley has been named to the Top 100 Criminal Defense list by the National Trial Lawyers. As Michigan’s sole board-certified criminal trial specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, he has dedicated his career to ensuring those accused receive their rightful justice.