Overview
Brian Patrick Morley is a Shareholder practicing in Butzel’s Lansing office, with a primary focus in the areas of Family Law, Criminal Law, and Professional Licensing. His prior employment and experiences provide a unique perspective in assisting his clients. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Morley served as Past President of the Board of Directors at a large full service Michigan law firm. His past experience also encompasses several years in law enforcement.
Primary Practice Areas
Credentials
Education
Michigan State University College of Law, J.D. magna cum laude, 1999
Michigan State University, B.A. 1992
Admissions
- Michigan
- Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Bar
- State Bar of North Carolina
- United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
- United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan
Memberships
- American Bar Association
- Ingham County Bar Association
- State Bar of Michigan: Criminal Law Section; Litigation Section; Family Law Section
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Criminal Defense Association of Michigan
- State Bar of Michigan District E. Character and Fitness Committee, Past Chair
- State Bar of Michigan Standing Committee on Character and Fitness, Advisory Member
Awards & Recognitions
Awards & Recognitions
The Best Lawyers in America® - Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Health Care Law, 2025-2027; DUI/DWI Defense - Lansing, 2010, 2023, 2027
Michigan Super Lawyers - Criminal Defense, 2018-2022
Leading Lawyers - Leading Michigan Lawyer, Criminal Defense Law: DUI and Criminal Defense Law, Felonies & Misdemeanors, 2014-2022
