Mike Rousseau

Mike Rousseau is a criminal defense attorney at the Law Office of Michael J. Rousseau in Belleville, Illinois. He represents clients facing criminal charges in St. Clair County, Madison County, and across Southern Illinois. His practice includes DUI and DWI, traffic violations, federal criminal matters, white collar crime, misdemeanors, felonies, drug offenses, domestic violence, warrants, probation violations, weapon offenses, and serious violent crime allegations. Rousseau helps clients protect their rights after an arrest or accusation.

Rousseau earned his J.D. from Southern Illinois University School of Law in 2001, where he served as an editor for the law journal. He also attended the University of Missouri, where he studied finance and graduated in 1997. His education provides a strong foundation in legal analysis, written advocacy, case preparation, and practical problem solving. This background supports his ability to evaluate criminal charges, review evidence, and develop defense strategies for clients facing serious consequences.

Before opening his own law practice in 2004, Rousseau worked as an Assistant State’s Attorney and an Assistant Public Defender for St. Clair County. That experience gave him insight into both prosecution and defense strategy in county criminal courts. He has handled matters involving battery, burglary, domestic violence, drug offenses, DUI, juvenile issues, manslaughter, murder, property crimes, traffic violations, summary suspensions, and orders of protection.

Mike Rousseau brings more than 24 years of criminal law experience to his defense practice. He is known for listening carefully, reviewing the facts, and looking for weaknesses in the State’s case, including illegal searches, procedural errors, and violations of constitutional rights. His approach combines courtroom experience, local knowledge, and straightforward advice. By helping clients understand their options and prepare for each stage of the case, Rousseau provides focused criminal defense representation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Law Office of Michael J. Rousseau
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Oregon

Education

• Southern Illinois University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Missouri

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