Purna Krishnamoorthy is the criminal defense attorney behind My Detroit Lawyer, the
platform through which Krishnamoorthy & Associates, PLLC provides criminal defense
representation.

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When a person is facing criminal charges, the outcome of their case can affect every part of their life, their freedom, their reputation, and their future. Through My Detroit Lawyer, Purna represents individuals navigating the criminal justice system and works to ensure that they have serious legal advocacy during one of the most difficult moments of their lives.

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Purna graduated from Wayne State University before earning her Juris Doctor from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School. She was sworn into the State Bar of Michigan in May 2018 and has been practicing criminal defense under the My Detroit Lawyer brand ever since.

Her practice primarily represents clients throughout Wayne County, Macomb County, and Washtenaw County, while remaining open to accepting cases in other counties within the State of Michigan on a case-by-case basis depending on the nature of the matter.

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Since beginning her career, Purna has focused her work on criminal defense advocating
for individuals accused of crimes and guiding them through a legal system that can often feel overwhelming and unfamiliar.

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Outside of the courtroom, Purna has also built a strong presence through the My Detroit Lawyer platform, where she shares insight into the criminal justice system and legal issues affecting the Detroit community. Many who follow her online know her by the phrase that has become closely associated with the brand:

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“Your Favorite Lawyer’s Favorite Lawyer.”