John Toivonen, J.D.
Lansing Criminal Defense, Civil Litigation Attorney
Toivonen Law Office
The Toivonen Law Office is a law firm that handles criminal defense, and general litigation. We handle felonies that carry up a 20 year sentence, and we have successfully defended clients on a variety of criminal charges including Witness Intimidation, Larceny, Assault and Infliction of Serious Injury, Domestic Violence, Violation of Personal Protection Order (PPO) and Failure to Register on the Sex Offender Registry.
Results are what matter at the Toivonen Law Office. In criminal cases our goal is for you walk out of the courtroom a free man. To do so we employ all of our knowledge, and we fight intelligently to serve your interests.
We handle most types of civil litigation including negligence, defamation, harassment, and property fraud. If you are being harassed by someone we can help you. If someone has defrauded you of your property, we will can sue to return your property to you. Because property fraud is a complex area of the law, you need an attorney with experience in property litigation.
At the Toivonen Law Office our work starts with meticulous research into your case. By reading police reports, medical reports, and transactional documents we gather the foundational evidence for your case. By knowing the case well we are ready to advocate for you throughout the complex scenarios of negotiation, pretrial hearings, and jury trial.
Advocacy in the courtroom requires knowledge of the law and the Michigan Rules of Evidence. Attorney John W. Toivonen is a trial lawyer has the experience and the skills to conduct direct examinations, and cross-examinations of adverse witnesses. Toivonen can get results because he knows the law and he has the deft touch that is required to deal effectively with judges and juries.
Whether your case is criminal or civil, you deserve a lawyer who is devoted to client advocacy. Toivonen brings all his skills and knowledge to the courtroom to get results for his clients.
Licenses/Certifications
 Juris Doctor (J.D.)
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Education/Training
Thomas Cooley Law School, J.D.
Guilford College, B.A.
Bio
John Toivonen has been a member of the Michigan State Bar since 2009. While he primarily works in the courts of Ingham County, he is available to clients in the surrounding counties. He practices in the areas of criminal defense, civil litigation, and property fraud.
Bar Admissions
Michigan
Free Consultation
Yes
Practice Areas
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Legal Services
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Criminal Law
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Abuse (Child, Domestic, Sexual)
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Divorce
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Auto (Speeding, Traffic)
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Family Law
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Business Law
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Juveniles
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Children (Custody, Support)
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Negligence
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Commercial Real Estate
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Online / Video Legal Consultation
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Commerical Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Contract Disputes
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Real Estate/Property
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COVID-19-Related Legal Help
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White Collar Crime
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