Loren Dickstein
Top rated Criminal Defense attorney in Southfield, Michigan
Lewis & Dickstein, P.L.L.C.
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI-DWI, White Collar Crimes; view more
Licensed in Michigan since: 1995
Education: Wayne State University Law School
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Lewis & Dickstein, P.L.L.C.
3000 Town CenterSuite 1330
Southfield, MI 48075 Visit website
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The managing partner at LEWIS & DICKSTEIN, P.L.L.C., based in Southfield, Michigan, Loren M. Dickstein is a distinguished criminal defense attorney with a rich history of crafting vigorous and effective defense strategies, as evidenced by his numerous published cases. His extensive experience encompasses decades of successfully representing thousands of clients in state and federal courts throughout Michigan and the United States. Mr. Dickstein and his team defend clients facing a wide array of criminal charges, including:
- Pre-Charge Criminal Representation
- White-collar crimes, including fraud and embezzlement
- Child Pornography (CSAM)
- Domestic violence
- Retail Fraud (Shoplifting)
- Drug trafficking
- Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) violations
- Criminal Sexual Conduct
- Weapons offenses
- Assault charges
- DUI and OWI
- Prescription drug fraud
- Homicide
- Conspiracy, and more
As a trial lawyer, Mr. Dickstein primarily handles felony and misdemeanor charges in state and federal jurisdictions. He is dedicated to defending individuals wrongfully accused or unfairly treated by the legal system. Moreover, he has served as the lead trial attorney in numerous intricate legal battles. Other lawyers throughout Michigan seek his proficiency for assistance in their cases. His courtroom prowess is further enhanced by his experience working with renowned medical, psychological, and scientific professionals, leading to numerous dismissals and acquittals across Michigan.
Mr. Dickstein is admitted to practice in all state and federal-level district, circuit, and appellate courts in Michigan, including the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit. He has also successfully managed significant felony cases across the country. After graduating with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 1992 from Western Michigan University Haworth College of Business, he earned his Juris Doctor from Wayne State University Law School in 1995.
A respected member of the legal community, Mr. Dickstein actively participates in the Association of Federal Defense Attorneys, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan, and the State Bar of Michigan (the Criminal Law Section). Furthermore, he holds a Category 1 - Life Offense Certification from the Oakland County Circuit Court.
Committed to maintaining the highest standard of legal knowledge, Mr. Dickstein regularly engages in continuing legal education to stay abreast of the latest legal precedents, techniques, and statutory changes that could impact his clients. Furthermore, his professional reputation is underscored by a perfect 10.0 score on Avvo and a peer-review rating of AV Preeminent* through Martindale-Hubbell.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Practice areas
Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI, Criminal Defense: White CollarFocus areas
Arrest & Arraignment, Assault & Battery, Criminal Domestic Violence, Criminal Fraud, Criminal Law, Criminal Law - Federal, DUI/DWI, Debt, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Expungement, Failure to Pay Child Support, False Accusations, Felony, Juvenile Delinquency, Misdemeanor, Motor Vehicle Offenses, Murder, Overdrawn Bank Account, Parole, Probation, Prosecution, Sex Offenses, Tax Evasion, Theft, Traffic Violations, White Collar Crime
- 40% Criminal Defense
- 30% Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI
- 30% Criminal Defense: White Collar
First Admitted: 1995, Michigan
Professional Webpage: https://www.notafraidtowin.com/attorney-profiles/
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
- Member, Circuit Court Committee, Oakland County Bar Association
- Member, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan
- State Bar of Michigan, Criminal Law Section
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- People v. Mansour - CSC - Not Guilty, 2019
- United States v. Diven Patel, 21 U.S.C. 841(a)(1), Unlawful Distribution of Vicodin – Sentenced to one day incarceration followed by Supervised Release
- People v. John Hazley, Multiple Counts Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Degree – Found Not Guilty
- People v. Kirk Swafford, Complex Conspiracy, Multiple counts - Delivery/Manufacture Marijuana – Medical Marijuana test case
- People v. William Stokes, RICO, Conspiracy – Reduced to Misdemeanor
- People v. Phillip Morris, First Degree Murder – Dismissed
- Loren Dickstein is rated AV by Martindale. AV is the highest possible ranking in the United States. His zealous, fearless and aggressive defense of his clients in the criminal defense field has earned him multiple state and national distinctions. He is widely considered to be one of the "most effective misdemeanor and felony defense lawyers in the State of Michigan." He handles state and federal offenses throughout Michigan, AV Rated Martindale - Preeminent - Highest Possible Rating, Criminal Defense, 2012
- NHTSA - Field Sobriety Testing Certification, 2009
- Board Member - Hebrew Free Loan, 1995
- Pro Bono Work for Oakland County Bar Association, 1995
- Top 1% of American Professionals, America's Most Honored Professionals, Michael Moran, CEO - AMHF, 2014
- National Trial Lawyers – Top 100
- National Association of Distinguished Counsel – Top 1% of Attorneys
- Lawyers of Distinction
- 2018 Elite Lawyer Award
- 2018 Criminal Defense Attorney of the Year – Acquisition International
- 10 Best Client Satisfaction Award – American Institute of DUI/DWI Lawyers
- Top Attorney in Michigan – Published in Crain’s Detroit Business
- Client Distinction Award
- American Jurisprudence Award
- NAFDD – Nationally Ranked Superior DUI Attorney
- “10 Best” DUI/DWI Lawyers
- Thompson-Reuters – SuperLawyer
- Expertise Award – Best Criminal Defense Attorneys in Detroit
- Martindale-Hubbell – Platinum Client Champion
- National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys – Top Attorney Award
- Membership among America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys® is meant to identify and highlight the accomplishments of the nation’s most esteemed and skilled White-Collar and General Criminal Defense Attorneys., America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys, America's Top 100, 2018
- Selected by Peer Recognition and Professional Achievement, Top Attorneys in Michigan, Crain's Detroit Business, 2022
- Top Lawyer in Metro Detroit for Criminal Defense, Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit, dbusiness Business Journal, 2016
- Recognition for an Exceptional Grade Point Average., Dean Arnold E. Schneider Award, Western Michigan University, 1991
- Recognized as one of the most experienced and qualified attorneys in Oakland County, Michigan., Catagory I - Certified to Handle Life Offenses, Oakland County, Michigan, 1995
- Highest Grade in Trial Advocacy, Top Litigator, Wayne State University Law School, 1995
- An AV® certification mark is a significant rating accomplishment - a testament to the fact that a lawyer's peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence., AV Rating (Preeminent), Martindale-Hubbell®, 2022
- Completed Full Training on Field Sobriety Testing, Field Sobriety Testing Certification, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 2009
- 10.0 Supurb, www.avvo.com, 2022
- A brief outline of steps a person can take to avoid any negative interaction with law enforcement at a traffic stop, What You Should Do If Pulled Over by Police, 2009
- Suggestions for parties to be as prepared as possible to testify as a criminal defendant in a trial, How to Prepare for Your Testimony at Trial, 2009
- Guest speaker to lawyer's fraternity on new changes in the law related to medical marijuana and super drunk driving, Guest Speaker, Medical Marijuana and Super Drunk Driving, Tau Epsilon Rho Law Fraternity, 2011
- Research Clerk - Judges Jessica Cooper, Barry Howard - Oakland County Circuit Court, 1992
- Judicial Clerk - Hon. Fred Mester - Oakland County Circuit Court, 1993
- BNI
- Criminal Defense Attorneys Of Michigan
- National Association Of Criminal Defense Lawyer
- Oakland County Bar Association
- State Bar Of Michigan
Office location for Loren Dickstein
3000 Town Center
Suite 1330
Southfield, MI 48075
Phone: 248-263-6800
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