Meet the Team
Edward “Mr. Not Guilty” Martell
Trial Attorney | Not Guilty Law, PLLC
Edward Martell, Esq., is a dynamic, accomplished, and respected trial attorney with Detroit based law firm Not Guilty Law, PLLC. Martell practices throughout the State of Michigan with a primary focus on Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Washtenaw counties. He has a proven track record of success in state and federal courts and is widely recognized for his aggressive style of representation which has earned him the title, “Mr. Not Guilty.”
His extraordinary journey from defendant to attorney is a powerful testament to redemption, perseverance, faith, and the life-changing impact of second chances. Raised by a single mother in low-income housing, Martell succumbed to the temptations of the street at an early age and found himself intertwined in the criminal justice system.
Today, Attorney Edward Martell uses his personal experience and legal education to advocate vigorously for those facing some of the most challenging moments of their lives. As a trial attorney with Not Guilty Law, he brings legal knowledge, courtroom experience, compassion, and a firsthand understanding of the criminal justice system to every client he represents.
Martell's nationally recognized story has been featured by the American Bar Association, CNN, FOX, The Washington Post, and many other media outlets. More importantly, his life demonstrates that a person's past does not have to determine their future. Through his work, mentorship, and commitment to justice, Attorney Edward Martell continues to pay forward the opportunity once extended to him while inspiring others to transform their pain into purpose.
For more information on Edward “Mr. Not Guilty” Martell, please visit www.MrNotGuilty.Law.
Mohammed Nasser
Trial Attorney | Not Guilty Law, PLLC
Mohammed Nasser is a well-respected trial attorney with Detroit based law firm Not Guilty Law, PLLC. He practices throughout the State of Michigan with a primary focus on Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Washtenaw counties. Mohammed is best known for his zealous representation and trial advocacy skills which have yielded many notable victories.
Mohammed began his journey at the University of Toronto, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science, Psychology, and Criminology. He went on to earn his Juris Doctor (J.D.) through an accelerated program at the Thomas M.
Cooley Law School.
After obtaining his law license, Mohammed joined one of Detroit’s most prominent criminal defense firms. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming the managing attorney in just a few short years.
It was here that he honed his aggressive style that Detroit has come to love, making him one of the most highly sought-out state and federal trial attorneys in Detroit and throughout Michigan.
Today, Mohammed is a key member of the Not Guilty Law Trial Team, where he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Jamonte Cannon
Research Attorney | Not Guilty Law, PLLC
Jamonte Cannon is an experienced research attorney with Detroit based law firm Not Guilty Law, PLLC. Jamonte carries a vast knowledge of the law. Mr. Cannon is well-known for his persuasive writing which has resulted in a number of state, federal, and appellate wins.
A lifelong Detroiter, Jamonte began his journey at Western Michigan University, where he studied criminal justice. He went on to earn his Juris Doctor (J.D.) at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, obtaining his license to practice in 2018.
Mr. Cannon holds the belief that the law should not be a weapon for the punishment of others, but instead a tool for the restoration of the community and rehabilitation of the individual. More importantly, he believes that those subject to such a mighty force need a strong advocate.
To that end, Mr. Cannon has dedicated himself to the pursuit of justice and fighting for due process.
Today, Jamonte Cannon is a valued member of the Not Guilty Law Team.
Tijani Mohamed
Law Clerk | Not Guilty Law, PLLC
Tijani Mohamed is a law clerk and research assistant with Not Guilty Law, PLLC. Tijani is a Juris Doctor candidate at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, anticipating graduation in May 2027, where he is a Dean's Fellow, a recipient of the Henry H. Tarrant Award for Black Student Excellence, and a member of the Black Law Students Association. He holds a Bachelor of Arts and Social Sciences in Criminology from the University of Western Ontario, where he graduated with a 4.0 GPA and Dean's Honor Roll distinction.
Mr. Mohamed brings a vast array of experience to Not Guilty Law. As a former legal intern with the Michigan Attorney General's Convictions and Expungement Division, he reviewed post-conviction innocence applications, analyzed case records in serious crimes, and drafted determination letters.
Through the University of Detroit Mercy Criminal Trial Clinic, he served as a student attorney and court-appointed counsel, defending clients on the record under attorney supervision in misdemeanor cases before the 36th and 52-4 District Courts.
His experience includes client interviewing, legal research, motions and pleadings, and courtroom advocacy. He is fluent in English and Arabic. A future attorney sitting for the 2027 bar exam, his focus is criminal defense and post-conviction work.