Kennedy Simerau - Southfield, MI
Attorney at Dickstein & Amberg, P.L.L.C.
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Southfield, MI
3000 Town Center Suite 1330 Southfield, MI 48075
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Oakland County Criminal Defense Lawyer
Updated: 10/22/2026
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Defense
- Federal Criminal Defense
- Misdemeanor Defense
- Felony Defense
- Criminal Appeals
- Post-Conviction Proceedings
Attorney Information
Overview
Kennedy F. Simerau graduated magna cum laude from Oakland University in just three years, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She went on to receive her Juris Doctor from Wayne State University Law School, where she developed her courtroom skills as a member of the Mock Trial Team and built a strong foundation in litigation and trial advocacy. During law school, Kennedy worked with the Special Investigations Unit at Health Alliance Plan, assisting with internal investigations and case assessments involving fraud and abuse. She also completed Wayne Law’s Corporate Counsel Externship with Nexteer Automotive, where she collaborated with the company’s legal department on matters involving regulatory compliance, internal investigations, and risk management.
Before joining DICKSTEIN & AMBERG, P.L.L.C., Kennedy practiced at a full-service law firm, handling a broad range of criminal and family law matters. At DICKSTEIN & AMBERG, P.L.L.C., her practice now centers on defending clients in both state and federal courts. She has contributed to cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies, including appellate and post-conviction proceedings. Kennedy is a fearless and aggressive advocate for her clients. Known for her strong work ethic and commanding advocacy, she is dedicated to protecting the rights of the accused and fighting relentlessly to achieve the best possible outcome in every case she handles.
Education
Legal Education
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Wayne State University Law School, Detroit, Michigan
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Honors: Member, Mock Trial Team
Honors: Wayne Law Merit Scholarship
Non Legal Education
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Oakland University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science
Honors: magna cum laude
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney at Law
Past Positions
- Lewis & Dickstein, PLLC, Associate Attorney
- Garmo & Kiste, Law Clerk, 2023–2025
- Health Alliance Plan, Special Investigations Unit
- Nexteer Automotive, Corporate Counsel Externship
Languages
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English
Published Works
Articles
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“Early Discharge from Probation in Michigan: How the Amendment to MCL 771.2 Changed the Law,” LACHES Journal of the Oakland County Bar Association, 2026
Bar Admissions
- Michigan, 2025
Other Affiliations
- Oakland County Bar Association, 2025–Present
- Michigan State Bar Foundation, 2025–Present
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Contact
3000 Town Center
Suite 1330
Southfield, MI 48075
Phone Number: 248-392-2064
Fax Number: 248-357-1371
Email: Send a message
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