Business Details
41 Years
experience
Ann Arbor Criminal Defense & Civil Rights Lawyers
Margolis & Cross is a full-service law firm with decades of experience successfully handling litigation cases ranging from felony criminal defense to personal injury and civil rights violations. Our team of seasoned trial attorneys provides aggressive yet thoughtful representation, prioritizing client needs while maintaining the highest ethical standards. With a low case-load approach, we dedicate substantial time and effort to each case, ensuring zealous advocacy and strategic solutions tailored to individual client needs. Our practice spans state and federal courts, with a proven track record in complex litigation, post-conviction remedies, and immigration defense.We serve clients across Michigan, including Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Washtenaw Counties, and are committed to challenging unjust legal practices while upholding client rights. Our attorneys have secured significant settlements and dismissals in high-stakes cases, including civil rights violations, wrongful death claims, and deportation proceedings. This combination of experience, ethical rigor, and client-focused service establishes us as a trusted legal partner in Michigan.
Services
Criminal Defense
Personal Injury
Civil Rights
Post-Conviction Remedies
Immigration Defense
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We maintain a low case-load to dedicate maximum effort to each client.
- Our attorneys have over three decades of combined trial experience.
- We challenge unjust legal practices while upholding ethical standards.
- Proven success in complex cases including civil rights and immigration defense.
- Serve clients across Michigan with personalized legal strategies.
What people say
Best attorney in Ann Arbor
Professional and knowledgeable
Aggressive yet thoughtful representation
Compassionate and dedicated
Secured favorable settlements
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles state and federal charges including DUI, drug crimes, and felony offenses. We provide aggressive courtroom representation while maintaining ethical standards. Clients benefit from strategic advocacy aimed at dismissals, reduced charges, or favorable plea agreements.
Civil Rights
We litigate civil rights violations including police misconduct, unlawful detention, and discrimination. Our firm has secured significant settlements in cases involving psychiatric hospital rights violations and false imprisonment. Clients receive dedicated advocacy to restore constitutional protections.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice recovers compensation for auto accidents and third-party negligence. We handle complex cases involving severe injuries, working with medical experts to document damages. Clients receive thorough case preparation and settlement negotiation services.
Immigration Defense
We defend against deportation proceedings and handle immigration court cases. Our experience includes asylum applications and post-conviction relief to protect residency status. Clients benefit from combined criminal and immigration law expertise to achieve favorable immigration outcomes.
Post-Conviction Remedies
Our post-conviction practice challenges unjust sentences and prosecutorial misconduct. We file motions for retrials, sentence reductions, and pardon applications. Clients receive comprehensive case reviews to identify legal errors affecting trial outcomes.
People
Laurence H. Margolis
Attorney
Laurence Margolis is a seasoned trial attorney with over three decades of experience in criminal defense and civil rights litigation. He has secured numerous dismissals and settlements in high-profile cases while maintaining ethical standards. Clients praise his compassionate approach and courtroom effectiveness.
Ian T. Cross
Attorney
Ian Cross specializes in complex litigation and post-conviction remedies. With extensive trial experience, he advocates for clients facing severe criminal charges and civil rights violations. His practice focuses on challenging legal system injustices through strategic courtroom representation.
Grace Haubert
Legal Assistant
Grace Haubert provides client support and case management assistance. She maintains direct communication with clients, ensuring case progress updates and document organization. Her role facilitates smooth attorney-client interactions throughout legal proceedings.
Questions
What areas of law does Margolis & Cross specialize in?
We specialize in criminal defense, civil rights litigation, personal injury claims, immigration defense, and post-conviction remedies. Our attorneys handle cases ranging from DUI charges to complex civil rights violations.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide confidential initial consultations to discuss case details and legal options. Contact our Ann Arbor office to schedule an appointment with an experienced attorney.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We represent clients throughout Michigan, including Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Washtenaw Counties. Our practice extends to Detroit, Ann Arbor, Sterling Heights, and surrounding regions.
How does your firm handle immigration cases?
We combine criminal defense and immigration law expertise to protect residency status. Our services include deportation defense, asylum applications, and post-conviction relief to mitigate immigration consequences.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
We maintain low case-loads for personalized attention, combine decades of trial experience with ethical standards, and prioritize client communication throughout legal proceedings.
