LaRene & Kriger PLC

LaRene & Kriger PLC is a premier Detroit-based criminal defense firm known for handling Michigan’s most serious and high-profile felony cases. With over a century of combined experience, the firm’s attorneys deliver exceptional trial and appellate advocacy for individuals facing federal and state charges—including white collar crimes, violent offenses, drug trafficking, and racketeering. The firm’s unwavering focus on quality over quantity ensures each client receives a formidable, hands-on defense.

LaRene & Kriger PLC is led by N.C. Deday LaRene, Mark J. Kriger, and Allison Kriger, whose reputations for litigation excellence are recognized statewide. LaRene and Kriger, recipients of the Lawyers of the Year award from Michigan Lawyers Weekly, bring decades of courtroom and appellate expertise to the firm. Allison continues that legacy with a growing record of courtroom victories. The firm’s attorneys are AV Preeminent-rated by Martindale-Hubbell, consistently named to Super Lawyers, and recognized by Best Lawyers, a reflection of their legal skill and ethical standing.

LaRene & Kriger PLC is built on a meticulous, personalized model of defense. The attorneys personally handle every element of each case—from legal research and motion practice to trial strategy—eschewing delegation to ensure total command of the facts and the law. This "old school" dedication to preparation is complemented by the firm’s in-house forensic computer evidence capabilities, providing a strategic edge in cases involving complex digital data.

LaRene & Kriger PLC has a proven track record of acquittals and case dismissals in high-stakes criminal matters. Notable successes include the acquittal of a former prosecutor in a federal corruption trial, defense in the Flint water crisis prosecution, and a string of victories in organized crime and homicide cases. The firm’s attorneys are equally adept at keeping cases out of the spotlight, securing quiet and life-changing resolutions for professionals whose reputations are on the line.