About Paul
Paul Stablein is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. He has been practicing law in Michigan since 1989, following his admission to the State Bar of Michigan. His academic journey began at the University of Michigan, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics in 1980. He then pursued a Juris Doctor degree at Chicago-Kent College of Law, graduating in 1987 — This strong educational foundation laid the groundwork for his future legal career. After completing law school, Mr. Stablein began his legal career in Chicago, working with the law firm Garretson & Santora. There, he focused on insurance defense litigation, gaining experience in the courtroom. In 1989, he returned to Michigan, taking on the role of assistant prosecutor in Oakland County.
Over the next eleven years, he developed his skills as a trial attorney, trying over 150 cases. His work primarily involved the Special Narcotics Unit, where he later served as chief. This experience gave him a understanding of criminal law and the details of prosecution. In 2000, Mr. Stablein transitioned to private practice, founding the Law Offices of Paul J — Stablein PLLC. This move marked a significant shift in his career. This lets the attorney focus exclusively on defending clients against criminal charges. In 2003, he became a partner at Flood Lanctot Connor Stablein PLLC, where he continued to represent clients in various criminal defense matters.
His commitment to his clients has been unwavering, and he is known as a reliable advocate in the field of criminal law. In 2013, Mr. Stablein established his current firm, Paul Stablein PC. This firm specializes in state and federal criminal charges, including operating while intoxicated (OWI) cases and criminal appeals. His experience is further highlighted by his admission to practice in the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, the Northern District of Illinois. The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. Notably, he successfully argued before the Michigan Court of Appeals and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati, Ohio.
His work in the case of People v. Dixon, 263 Mich App 393 (2004), resulted in the successful overturning of a 25-year sentence. Mr. Stablein is an active member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Oakland County Bar Association, and the State Bar of Michigan. His firm is conveniently located at 33 Bloomfield Hills Parkway, Suite 242, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304. For consultations, he can be reached at (248) 705-8441 or via email at paul@stableinlaw.com. His dedication to criminal defense continues to make a significant impact in the legal community.
