Shawn H. Head - Managing Member

When life gets complicated and legal challenges threaten your wellbeing, you deserve someone who not only knows the law — but knows how to guide you through it.


Shawn Head, founder and Managing Member of Head Murphy Law, has spent his career helping people regain control during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. His mission is simple: to help you protect what matters most and move forward with confidence.


Recognized repeatedly as one of Metro Detroit’s Top Lawyers (2014–2025) by DBusiness Magazine and named a Super Lawyers Selectee for 2023, 2024 and 2025— an honor given to only 5% of Michigan attorneys — Shawn combines respected legal skill with a personal commitment to his clients’ success.


Shawn graduated Cum Laude from Central Michigan University with a criminal justice-based Sociology degree before earning his Juris Doctor from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law. Beyond the courtroom, he serves as National Director of Crisis Management for Phi Sigma Phi National Fraternity, Inc., and lends his experience to several non-profit boards dedicated to serving others.


Outside of the office, Shawn enjoys traveling to new vacation spots and restaurants with his wife, children, and close friends.

Education

University of Detroit Mercy Law School

  • Juris Doctor, 2008

Central Michigan University

  • B.S., 2005

Activities & Affiliations

  • Livonia Bar Association, Member
  • Board of Trustees of The Phoenix Seven Foundation, Member
  • Phi Sigma Phi, National Director of Crisis Management
  • Michigan Association of OWI Attorneys, Member
  • Oakland County Bar Association
  • Oakland County Bar Foundation

BAR Admissions

  • State of Michigan
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
  • State of Illinois (voluntarily inactive)