About Stephen Michael
Stephen Michael Cornish is a criminal defense lawyer based in Lansing, Michigan. He has been practicing law in Michigan since 2006, focusing mainly on felony protection, which includes DUI & DWI instances, household regulation, divorce, property planning, probate, traffic tickets. Domestic violence. Mr. Cornish earned his law degree from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School in 2006, graduating cum laude.
Prior to law school, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Political Science/Pre-Law from Michigan State University. After finishing his education, Mr. Cornish began his professional legal career in personal practice, focusing on felony protection and successfully protecting clients during Michigan. In April 2019, he transitioned to public service by becoming a member of the Ingham County Public Defender's Office, where he continues to symbolize clients in criminal instances. Throughout his career, Mr.
Cornish has developed a strong interest in complex constitutional issues and their applicability to the felony legal system. He is a member in good standing of the Michigan Appellate Assigned Counsel System (MAACS), a company liable for nearly 84% of all assigned criminal appeals cases in Michigan. Mr. Cornish is an active member with the State Bar of Michigan and is admitted to practice within the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.
He is likewise a member of the Michigan Appellate Assigned Counsel System (MAACS). In his personal lifestyles, Mr. Cornish is dedicated to protecting the indigent and has a focus on public service. He continues to bring his personal and professional experience to his instances, focusing on the needs of his clients.
