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Raymond A. Cassar

To be really good, you have to love what you do. It is an advantage I have every time I step into the courtroom. - Raymond A. Cassar

Professional Background

Raymond Cassar is no stranger to tough legal battles. One colleague noting, "If I was in trouble, Ray Cassar is the attorney I'd want fighting for me." Another says, "He is an excellent criminal defense attorney, with a compassion for people in trouble, that is unsurpassed."

Having devoted his entire practice exclusively to criminal defense, he has handled every type of criminal matter conceivable. Continually on top of the latest legal developments and defenses, Ray Cassar's expertise is sought after by many large

 

civil law firms, who refer their criminal cases to him. Knowing that no two cases are exactly alike, he has dedicated his professional career to diligently providing each individual client with the most vigorous legal defense possible. Whether it is new Internet crimes, or new evidence gathering techniques, his office is on the leading edge.

Raymond Cassar is a 1981 graduate of the University of Michigan. His reputation as an unrelenting advocate, for the rights of his clients, has earned the respect of Judges and prosecutors all over Michigan, in both the State and Federal Courts, as well as in California and Texas. He's also been admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court. Successfully representing clients for over 16 years, Raymond Cassar has been rated outstanding by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory and his peers in the legal community.

Hundreds of college students have also benefited from Mr. Cassar's distinctive legal knowledge, as he has taught as an adjunct faculty member for the past 16 years. As a guest speaker, he has lectured on various criminal law issues, including lecturing to the Michigan State Police on the topic of expert witnesses.

Media Cases

Over the years, Ray Cassar has successfully handled several highly publicized cases. He has developed an excellent rapport with the media, and thus, has established a mutual trust. This relationship has proven to greatly benefit his clients.

WJR Radio considers Raymond Cassar one of their "legal experts." They have looked to him numerous times to comment on the many cases they cover that are in the public's eye and interest. Mr. Cassar has appeared on Channel 4's "Due Process", discussing Internet crimes and sex offenses. He has also discussed the new drunk driving laws as an invited guest on "Lawyer's Round Table".

Raymond Cassar has appeared on and or has been interviewed by all of the following news organizations and publications:

  • WJR Radio
  • WWJ Radio
  • Channel 7 Action News
  • Channel 4
  • Channel 50 UPN News
  • Fox 2 Eyewitness News
  • "Bonds Tonight" with Bill Bonds
  • "A Current Affair"
  • ABC's "Turning Point"
  • "People" Magazine
  • "Detroit News and Free Press"

Professional Organizations

In order to stay abreast of the latest legal developments, Ray Cassar is actively involved in and maintains professional memberships with the following organizations:

  • Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Michigan Bar Association Criminal Law Section
  • American Bar Association Criminal Law Division
  • Michigan Trial Lawyer's Association
  • Oakland County Bar Association
  • Detroit Bar Association
  • Federal Bar Association Criminal Section

The Law Offices of Raymond A. Cassar is a powerful criminal defense firm, composed of top-notch attorneys. As Ray's clients have come to expect, this team provides only the highest quality legal representation. Mr. Cassar invites you to learn more about his associates and their areas of expertise by clicking on their pictures.

 

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