Raquel A. Guzman

Raquel A. Guzman is a Michigan criminal defense attorney and civil advocate who represents clients in felony and misdemeanor cases. Her practice includes criminal sexual conduct, child abuse, domestic violence, drunk driving, fraud, theft, drug crimes, weapons offenses, accidents involving death, homicide, immigration consulting, family law, and business matters. Fluent in English and Spanish, she helps clients understand risks, prepare defenses, and protect rights during serious legal proceedings across Michigan.

Guzman earned her J.D. from Michigan State University College of Law, graduating magna cum laude. She is licensed to practice in Michigan and California. Her legal training supports courtroom advocacy, negotiation, client counseling, and complex case strategy. Before founding her practice, she worked in family law, litigation, and business groups, assisting major corporate clients and gaining experience.

Guzman has spent nearly two decades defending clients and leading high-stakes criminal cases across Michigan. She serves on the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission Special Assignment Counsel Roster, where she is appointed to complex criminal matters. She also trains new lawyers through the commission. Her experience includes trial preparation, negotiation, media commentary, immigration-related criminal advice, and advocacy for clients facing serious accusations and major life consequences in court and during investigations.

Raquel A. Guzman helps people by standing beside them when their freedom, family, reputation, or immigration status may be at risk. She explains legal options, challenges weak evidence, prepares clients for hearings, and goes to trial when needed. Her leadership, mentoring, and community work support access to justice for Hispanic and immigrant communities while providing clients with direct, strategic, and compassionate representation in high-stakes legal situations and proceedings.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Partner & Managing Member, Avanti Law Group, PLLC
• Member, Michigan State Bar
• Member, State Bar of California

Licensed State

• Michigan
• California

Education

• Michigan State University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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