Attorney Frank J. Manley is a distinguished Michigan criminal defense attorney and co-founder of a premier defense firm, widely recognized as one of the state’s most formidable trial lawyers. With a reputation earned over decades of practice and more than 30,000 felony cases, he is known statewide as “The Shark” for his aggressive, effective courtroom presence and consistent success in high-stakes criminal matters.
AV Preeminent rated for over 20 years and honored by Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, and the Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Manley employs a relentless, jury-focused approach that dismantles prosecutions and delivers exceptional results. He represents individuals facing serious state and federal charges, leveraging his deep experience and respected standing with judges, clients, and opposing counsel alike.
Services Offered
- DUI / DWI / OUIL / DUID Charges
- Drug Offenses (Marijuana, Cocaine, Heroin, Prescription Drugs, Ecstasy)
- Criminal Sexual Conduct Defense
- Domestic Violence Defense
- Violent Crimes (Assault, Murder, Manslaughter, Vehicular Homicide)
- White Collar Crimes (Bribery, Embezzlement, Fraud, Tax Evasion)
- Gun Crimes (Carrying Concealed Weapon, Firearm Rights Restoration)
- Theft and Robbery
- Traffic Violations
- Expungement
- Criminal Appeals
- Whistleblower Protection
- Sex Crimes (Accosting, Enticing, or Soliciting a Child, Child Pornography)
- Human Trafficking Defense
- GHOST Cases & Entrapment Defense
- Misdemeanor and Felony Defense
- Driver’s License Reinstatement
He serves clients throughout Michigan, including Genesee County, Flint, Flushing, Howell, and Lansing, and is admitted to practice in the U.S. Supreme Court, multiple federal district courts, and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.
