Detroit Metro Area, Michigan
Let experience guide you.
A seasoned trial attorney with 20+ years across criminal defense, civil rights, litigation, and compliance — serving individuals and businesses throughout Metro Detroit with straight answers and strong advocacy.
J. Alexander Dillon · Trial Attorney
- 20+
- Years of trial experience
- $8M+
- Settlements & verdicts secured
- 100%
- Misdemeanor dismissal rate*
*Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
About
J. Alexander Dillon
Trial Attorney · Detroit Metro Area, Michigan
J. Alexander Dillon is a senior trial attorney and compliance executive with more than 20 years of courtroom and counsel experience. As managing member of the Law Office of J. Alexander Dillon, PLLC, he represents individuals and businesses throughout the Detroit Metropolitan Area.
His practice spans criminal defense, civil rights, commercial litigation, and guardianship — backed by years as senior legal counsel for motor carriers, where he managed high-volume caseloads and complex insurance, risk, and regulatory programs. Clients get a seasoned advocate who gives straight answers and fights for the best possible outcome.
Credentials & Education
Qualifications you can rely on
Admitted, experienced, and committed to the highest standards of the profession.
Bar Admissions
State Bar of Michigan
Active
U.S. District Court, E.D. Michigan
Active
Education
J.D. / M.B.A.
University of Detroit Mercy, 1994 — Moot Court Advisor
B.S.
Western Michigan University, 1991
Memberships
Macomb County Bar Association
Active
Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan
Active
Practice Areas
How I can help
Whatever you're facing, the first step is understanding your options. Here's where I focus.
Criminal Defense
Charged with a crime or cited for an infraction?
Defense for infractions, misdemeanors, and felonies — plus expungements to clear your record and move forward.
Civil Rights
Your rights were violated?
Representation in Michigan and U.S. Department of Civil Rights matters, holding institutions accountable.
Guardianship & Conservatorship
Caring for a loved one who can't manage on their own?
Guardianship and conservatorship matters handled with care, from petition through resolution.
Commercial Litigation & Collections
Owed money or caught in a business dispute?
Commercial litigation, collections, and property-damage claims — prosecuted and defended with a trial lawyer's edge.
Compliance & Risk
Run a fleet or a regulated business?
FMCSA and MIOSHA compliance, safety, and risk management for motor carriers and employers — from decades in-house.
Business & Contracts
Need agreements that actually protect you?
Operating agreements, corporate contracts, governance, and surety/bonding for businesses of every size.
Common Questions
Answers before you call
A few things people often ask. Don't see yours? Reach out — there's no charge to ask.
Before you speak with investigators, speak with a lawyer. The earliest decisions often matter most. Call as soon as you can; an initial conversation is confidential and there's no obligation.
In many cases, yes. Michigan's expungement laws have expanded in recent years. We can review your history and tell you what may be eligible to set aside.
Yes. Alongside individual representation, I bring 20+ years of in-house compliance, contracts, insurance, and regulatory experience — particularly for motor carriers and employers in the transportation and logistics space.
It depends on the matter — flat fees for clearly defined work, hourly for litigation or ongoing counsel. You'll always have the arrangement in writing before any work begins.
Clients throughout the Detroit Metropolitan Area, including Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties.
By credit/debit card or bank transfer online (secure, via Stripe), by Zelle, or by mailed check. See the Payments section for details.
Payments
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Initial Consultation
Up to one hour.
Standard Retainer
Applied to your matter.
Document Review
Single document.
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Get in Touch
Let's talk about your situation
Tell me a bit about what's going on, or just call. There's no charge to reach out, and your message is confidential.
Ready to talk it through?
Schedule a consultation and get clear, straightforward advice about your situation and your options.