Strategic Defense for High-Stakes Criminal Cases

Vincent Haisha is a partner at Flood Law and a principal member of the firm’s Criminal Practice Group. His practice focuses on federal criminal defense, complex sentencing matters, and cases requiring sophisticated analysis of medical and scientific evidence.

Vincent represents individuals facing serious criminal allegations, often in cases where the stakes include long-term incarceration, professional consequences, and lasting reputational harm. His approach reflects the core philosophy of Flood Law: meticulous preparation, strategic advocacy, and unwavering commitment to protecting the rights of every client.

Throughout his career, Vincent has built a reputation as a trial attorney who understands the intricacies of federal litigation and the critical importance of thoughtful defense strategy.

A Proven Trial Advocate

Vincent has successfully tried capital and complex criminal cases in both state and federal courts. As lead counsel, he has tried dozens of cases to verdict and has successfully defended hundreds of individuals. His clients have included:

  • High-profile athletes
  • General managers of professional sports teams
  • Public figures
  • Healthcare professionals
  • Individuals facing serious federal prosecution

His trial experience and litigation strategy have produced overwhelmingly successful outcomes for clients across a wide range of criminal matters.

Vincent’s experience includes defending clients accused of:

  • Healthcare fraud
  • Federal regulatory violations
  • White collar offenses
  • Complex financial crimes
  • Other serious federal criminal charges

Expertise in Federal Sentencing

Federal sentencing proceedings often require a detailed understanding of the United States Sentencing Guidelines, including complex calculations and legal arguments that can significantly affect the outcome of a case.

Vincent has extensive experience advocating for clients during federal sentencing proceedings and has successfully addressed issues involving:

  • Role enhancements
  • Allegations of “sophisticated means”
  • Sentencing departures
  • Mitigating factors and individualized circumstances

This expertise allows him to help clients navigate one of the most critical stages of a federal case with precision and strategic insight.

Advocacy for the Wrongly Accused

Vincent is deeply committed to defending individuals who have been wrongfully accused or convicted. Through detailed investigation and persistent legal advocacy, he has helped overturn multiple wrongful convictions.

His appellate experience includes:

  • Arguing before the Michigan Court of Appeals
  • Preparing appellate briefs before the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit

These matters often require careful review of trial records, legal errors, and investigative evidence, work that demands both legal skill and persistence.

Professional Licensing and Regulatory Defense

In addition to his criminal defense practice, Vincent maintains a strong professional licensing and regulatory defense practice. He represents:

  • Physicians
  • Nurses
  • Healthcare professionals
  • Real estate professionals

in disciplinary proceedings and regulatory matters at both the state and federal levels. These cases frequently involve complex regulatory frameworks and require careful legal advocacy to protect clients’ professional licenses and careers.

DUI and Drunk Driving Defense

Vincent also maintains a robust drunk driving defense practice. His work in this area has earned recognition from:

  • Super Lawyers (every year since 2021)
  • The American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys, which named him one of the 10 Best DUI Attorneys for Client Satisfaction

He has defended clients in virtually every county in Michigan and has secured an exceptional number of reductions, deviations, and acquittals in drunk driving cases.

Federal Defense Across Multiple States

Vincent’s federal practice extends beyond Michigan. He has successfully defended clients in federal courts in:

  • Michigan
  • Ohio
  • Illinois
  • West Virginia

This regional experience gives him valuable insight into the procedural and strategic differences that can arise in federal courts across jurisdictions.

Education 

  • Juris Doctor, Wayne State University Law School 
  • Bachelor's Degree, University of Michigan 
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