Kevin Bessant

Kevin Bessant is a criminal defense lawyer at Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates who represents individuals accused of crimes in Michigan state and federal courts. His practice focuses on protecting clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges, DUI, domestic violence, drug offenses, weapons charges, retail fraud, juvenile crimes, probation violations, and federal offenses. He has represented hundreds of clients and brings extensive trial experience to cases involving serious criminal allegations and potential incarceration.

Bessant earned his J.D. from the University of Nebraska College of Law. He earned his B.S. from Wayne State University. His undergraduate studies included Criminal Justice, reflecting an early focus on the criminal justice system and legal advocacy. His academic background provided a foundation for a career centered on courtroom litigation and criminal defense.

Bessant has represented clients in criminal matters ranging from first-time charges to serious felony and federal cases. His work includes assault and battery, drug possession and sales, gun and weapon offenses, domestic violence, DUI, retail fraud, juvenile matters, bond hearings, and criminal expungement. He has experience challenging prosecution evidence, negotiating resolutions, seeking dismissals, and taking contested matters to trial.

Kevin Bessant combines criminal litigation experience with a practice devoted to defending individuals against government prosecution. He has represented clients in Michigan since 2007 and has been recognized by professional organizations for criminal defense work. His approach emphasizes individualized attention, case preparation, courtroom advocacy, and protecting clients from the legal and personal consequences of criminal charges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates
• Member, State Bar of Michigan
• Member, Association of Trial Lawyers of America
• Member, Wayne County Criminal Bar Association
• Advisory Board, American Bar Association
• Member, American Criminal Justice Society
• Member, International Trade Commission Trial Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• Michigan

Education

• University of Nebraska College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Wayne State University
  Bachelor of Science

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