Todd Perkins For The People

06/16/2026

From teen takeovers to the breakdown of the Black American family in Detroit, FOX 2 Detroit’s Charlie Langton asked some really profound questions in this interview.

Langton asked me to join the set to talk about some lawsuits, instead I took him to church!

06/11/2026

I want to say thank you to the James H. Cole Legacy Foundation for naming me the June 2026 Heroes & Hope Honoree. An honor like this doesn't belong to me alone, it belongs to everyone who's fought alongside me, and especially to the generations who came before.

My great-grandparents came north during the Great Migration chasing the same dreams that built Detroit. My mom worked at Duffield Library on West Grand, my dad cut hair at Hills Barber Shop on 7 Mile. They didn't have much, but they had everything that mattered - hard work, faith, and a commitment to education. They sent all six of us boys to Catholic high schools because they believed in lifting us up. That sacrifice shaped everything I do.

My parents and grandparents showed me that service isn't optional​, it's a responsibility​. Justice shouldn't depend on how much money you have. Opportunity shouldn't be limited by circumstance. And our community should know we've got people in their corner​ - always.

I'm grateful, I'm blessed, and I'm more committed than ever to showing up for ​the people of Detroit.

James H. Cole Home for Funerals

June 2026 Heroes & Hope Honoree: Todd Perkins
Founder & Owner | Perkins Law Group | Civic Leader | Advocate for Justice

Todd Perkins is the founder and owner of Perkins Law Group, one of Detroit’s largest Black-owned law firms. For over three decades, he has built a career rooted in advocacy, representing clients from all walks of life with a strong commitment to fairness, dignity, and justice.

Widely respected for his dedication to service, Todd Perkins frequently provides pro bono legal support to individuals who otherwise would not have access to representation, ensuring that justice is not limited by circumstance.

Beyond his legal practice, he is also the founder of Kilimanjaro Sports Management, where he mentors and guides athletes through every stage of their athletic journeys—from high school to the professional level.

His impact extends into community leadership through The People’s Voice, a nonprofit focused on feeding Detroit’s homeless population, creating opportunities for youth development, and offering free legal education and assistance through his “Perkins Rules” initiative.

A devoted husband, father, and community leader, Todd Perkins embodies a lifelong commitment to service, leadership, and uplifting others. His work continues to reflect a deep belief in justice, opportunity, and strengthening the Detroit community he proudly calls home.

We honor Todd Perkins for his unwavering dedication to service, his advocacy for those in need, and his lifelong commitment to making a meaningful difference.

06/08/2026

Join Todd tomorrow as he goes LIVE with Dawgface Calderon on Real Lyfe: Unfiltered for some real, unfiltered conversation about crime, punishment, politics, education, and family - no topic is off limits!

No corporate talk. No scripts. Just our very own Attorney Todd Perkins keeping it real.

TOMORROW - TUESDAY, JUNE 9th at 6PM
YouTube - Real Lyfe: Unfiltered

Set your reminder, this one's worth your time
Perkins for the People. Real Lyfe: Unfiltered. Keep it Real. 🔴

06/07/2026

I wanted to share this great opportunity because this is exactly what Perkins for the People is about.

Right now, Tennessee State University and Meharry Medical College have an accelerated 7-year MD/DDS program with full-ride scholarship potential—and they currently have ZERO Black male applicants.

Think about that. Zero.

If you know a Black male high school senior with a 3.5 GPA and 28 ACT who wants to be a doctor or dentist, this is his moment. Full scholarship. Seven years to change his life and, hopefully, come back to serve our community.

Here's who to contact with candidate info:

Ms. Barbara Murrell (Founder & Chair)
[email protected] | (615) 804-6125

Ms. Lalita Hodge (Program Coordinator)
[email protected] | (615) 963-6949

Please SHARE this. TAG someone who needs to see it. Make that call. Our brothers deserve to know this exists, and our communities need more doctors who look like us and understand where we come from.

This is the work. This is the mission. Let's make this happen for someone in The D!

05/05/2026

Two dozen families and counting have reached out to share their own experiences with police overstepping, acting illegally, harming instead of helping.

What happened to Carnell Givens and the Hall family is not an isolated incident. This is happening in our communities every day.

The Perkins Law Group was built for this moment. We stand on the side of the law and we will fight for you.

If you or someone you love has been the victim of an unlawful search, a warrantless entry, excessive force, or a false arrest, do not stay silent. Reach out to us today.

Your rights matter. Your story matters. And we are ready to listen.

📞 Call or DM us to schedule a consultation.

The Perkins Law Group is Detroit

05/04/2026

Since this story broke last week, we have received at least two dozen similar calls for help. Police overstepping, acting illegally, harming instead of helping. The Perkins Law Group stands on the side of the law and vows to protect people from illegal overreach.

If you or someone you love needs help, please reach out to us:

Perkins Law Group: (313) 964-1702

04/30/2026

You have seen the video. Now hear the story behind it.

This is my client, Carnell Givens. On April 2nd, Detroit police were chasing a young man they suspected of a curfew violation. That man ran into Carnell's home.

Carnell did everything right. He told officers there were kids inside. He put his hands up. He opened the door. He tried to talk to them.

Twenty police cars pulled up. And they beat him anyway.

In his own home. Hands up. No warrant. No crime committed.

We are suing the City of Detroit and every officer involved. Because what you saw in that video is not a mistake. It is a pattern. And the people of this city deserve better.

If this happened to you, call my office.

📞 The Perkins Law Group — Detroit

04/29/2026

I have spent my career standing between power and the people it preys on. Today, I am proud to stand with two Metro Detroit families who refused to be silenced.

Carnell Givens. Willie and Sandra Hall. Different families. Different cities. Same story: Detroit police and Warren police forced their way into their homes without warrants, used excessive force against innocent people, and then filed felony charges to cover it up.

Every single charge was dismissed.

This is not a coincidence. This is a pattern. And patterns have to be confronted.

I am filing federal civil rights lawsuits on behalf of both families and I am calling on anyone else who has experienced this kind of abuse at the hands of Michigan law enforcement to come forward.

Your home is your sanctuary. The Constitution protects it. And I will too.

📞 The Perkins Law Group — Detroit

Two multi-million-dollar civil lawsuits have been filed against police departments in Detroit and Warren following allegations that officers entered homes without warrants. Both cases claim unlawful entry and excessive use of force.

04/22/2026

After getting more than 300,000 views on the last podcast - we did it again! We're talking more practical knowledge about guns, and our love for the hood.

3 likes. "Let's Talk Legal Ep 11 Brings Back Esq Todd Russel Perkins"

04/16/2026

Crime is down in Detroit... and the conversation around public safety is changing.
Hear directly from Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison on what’s working and what’s next on Perkins for the People with Attorney Todd Perkins.
Watch now... links in the comments 📢