Practice Areas
We have over a decade of experience providing effective legal defense strategies for our clients. We use every means at our disposal to ensure every one of our client’s rights are stringently enforced throughout the legal process – from pre-arrest interviews through trial, if necessary. We employ our considerable assets to make every effort to secure the best possible outcome for every one of our clients. If you are facing charges for a sex crime – even if you only suspect you might be under investigation – the sooner you contact us, the better.
We’ll help you understand and come to grips with what you are facing. We’ll do everything we can to make an incredibly stressful situation more manageable – even if that means walking right along bedside you to make a statement.
Title IX
A defense attorney can help prevent you from being arrested or expelled by providing context for the nature of the allegations, potential punishments, and what your next steps should be. At Smith Blythe, we develop effective defense strategies for each of our clients.
Juvenile Criminal Sexual Conduct
If your child has been accused of criminal sexual conduct, it can be difficult to know what to do next.
Appeals & Post-Conviction
When someone loses their criminal case and is convicted of a crime, they may think that all hope is lost. At Smith Lehman, we represent many clients in the appeal process both in state cases and federal cases.
Sexting
While sexting itself is not illegal, it can quickly become a crime if the images involve anyone under the age of 18. That’s why it’s so important to have an experienced defense attorney who knows the specifics of Michigan sex crimes law.
Child Protective Services Cases
Child-rearing has its challenges, but being under investigation for your parenting skills can be a nightmare. As parents ourselves, we know that allegations of child abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect are as heart-breaking as they are terrifying.
Professionals Accused of Sex Crimes
Being charged with a sex crime while you’re at the prime of your career is terrifying. Even the accusation alone puts everything on the line – your reputation, your career, even the custody of your children.
Child Abuse Defense
Child abuse accusations can lead to long, painful, and emotionally-charged cases. But often these accusations stem from misunderstandings, exaggerations, or accidents.
Child Porn & Internet Crimes
Even the association of your name with the phrase “child pornography” can cause you difficulties in personal and professional relationships.