About Patrick T. Barone

Patrick T. Barone is the founding partner and CEO of The Barone Defense Firm, headquartered in Birmingham, Michigan, with offices in Grand Rapids. He is a nationally recognized leader in DUI defense, including complex cases involving serious injury or death. He is the author of five books—including the two-volume treatise Defending Drinking Drivers, Michigan DUI Law: A Citizen’s Guide, and Michigan Gun Law: Armed and Educated—six book chapters, and more than 130 articles published in legal and scientific journals. Mr. Barone is a thought leader on the integration of AI into DUI practice, presenting nationally on how it can support legal research, case analysis, and persuasive storytelling in the courtroom. He is also an expert in challenging forensic evidence, including breath, blood, and field sobriety testing, and has been judicially qualified as an expert in DUI investigations and SFST protocols. A board-certified educator, trainer and practitioner of Psychodrama, Sociometry, and Group Psychotherapy, Mr. Barone employs these techniques to uncover the emotional truth of each case, enabling jurors to connect deeply with the client’s story. As a faculty member with the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (CDAM) Trial Practice College, he teaches trial skills through psychodrama-based methods, helping lawyers develop authentic, emotionally resonant advocacy. He is a sought-after speaker on DUI defense tactics, forensic evidence, and emerging legal technology. A consistent inclusion in Best Lawyers in America and AV Preeminent-rated by Martindale-Hubbell, he is known for his innovative legal strategies and commitment to protecting clients’ rights, reputations, and futures.

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