Dodge & Dodge, P.C.

Dodge & Dodge, P.C. is known in Grand Rapids for focused criminal defense backed by more than 75 years of combined experience. The firm maintains a boutique, retained practice with a moderate caseload, allowing detailed attention to each matter. Decades of referrals from lawyers, experts, and court professionals reflect trusted preparation, sound judgment, and readiness for high-stakes criminal cases across Michigan. That reputation supports clients facing severe personal risks.

Dodge & Dodge, P.C. handles trial practice, pretrial litigation, investigations, and appeals with careful strategy from the earliest stage. The firm defends matters involving murder, manslaughter, criminal sexual conduct, drug offenses, CSAM, pornography allegations, OWI or DUI causing injury or death, fraud, theft, assault, domestic violence, self-defense claims, juvenile matters, and computer crimes, using personalized legal solutions for each charge and each client’s future, liberty, record, family, career, and reputation.

Dodge & Dodge, P.C., prepares criminal defenses through investigation, motion practice, expert consultation, and disciplined courtroom work. The firm regularly works with forensic science specialists and other professionals when technical issues shape evidence, causation, credibility, or intent. Thorough preparation helps challenge weak proof, pursue dismissals before trial, negotiate from strength, and present persuasive defenses when a jury verdict becomes necessary. This approach supports successful outcomes in complex, contested criminal proceedings.

Dodge & Dodge, P.C. has achieved not guilty jury verdicts across nearly every area of criminal law and litigated hundreds of dismissals in State and Federal Courts. The firm also handles appellate and post-conviction matters, including precedent-setting victories, with attorneys licensed in the Michigan Supreme Court and the US Supreme Court. Deep experience, selective caseloads, and respected peer referrals strengthen outcomes for clients facing serious, life-changing criminal consequences and uncertainty.