Meet Robin
A Candidate for the People
Learn More About Robin Persiconi
Robin was born and raised in Livonia and is a proud graduate of Livonia Stevenson High School, the University of Michigan, and Wayne State University Law School. The daughter of immigrant parents, Robin learned early on the values of hard work, integrity, and community. At 15, she began working at her father’s small business, Livonia Drugs, a beloved neighborhood pharmacy.
After law school, Robin founded her own small business, and The Law Office of Robin Persiconi. With over 20 years of legal experience across multiple practice areas, Robin knows how to navigate complex challenges and deliver practical solutions. She’s committed to making Livonia a place where families, seniors, and small businesses can thrive.
Robin maintains her practice while raising two amazing daughters with her husband of 19 years, Nino. Their daughters are the center of their lives, and Robin and Nino enjoy spending as much time as possible with them, attending their school, sports and other extracurricular activities. Nino is a proud member of the St. Michaels Knights of Columbus chapter and enjoys working out and mountain biking in his spare time.
A Commitment to the Community
Robin Persiconi is a committed public servant whose deep roots in Livonia are reflected in her active involvement with organizations that shape the city’s future.
Robin is running for Livonia City Council to bring her collaborative leadership and lifelong dedication to public service to City Hall. Her extensive community outreach includes:
- Livonia Rotary Club
- Livonia-Westland Chamber of Commerce
- Livonia Housing Commission
- Livonia Education Foundation
- Livonia Symphony Orchestra
- Livonia Save Our Youth Coalition and more
Bar Admissions
State of Michigan, 2002
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan, 2004
Education
Wayne State University Law School, 2002
- WSU Moot Court Champion; Competed at Duke University at National Moot Court Competition.
University of Michigan, 1999
- BA Political Science
- BA French and Francophone Studies
Robin's Top Priorities for Livonia
Public Safety
Robin believes a strong a safe Livonia begins with supporting those who protect us. She will work to ensure Livonia recruits and retains top-quality first responders, maintains proper staffing levels, and equips our police and fire departments with the tools and training they need to serve effectively and safely.
Economic Development & Business Support
Robin understands the importance of a vibrant local economy. She is committed to attracting new businesses, supporting our local entrepreneurs, and revitalizing vacant commercial and industrial areas to stimulate our local economy. Robin understands this can only be done by partnering with community stakeholders to find ways to enhance Livonia’s appeal. As a small business owner, she knows what it takes to create a business-friendly city that grows jobs and opportunity.
Parks and Recreation/City Beautification
Robin supports expanding and improving Livonia’s parks, trails, and recreation facilities. She will champion efforts to make Livonia more walkable and bikeable, enhance green spaces, promote public art, and secure grants to beautify neighborhoods and revive neglected areas.
Infrastructure and Road Maintenance
Robin will prioritize funding for City road repairs, long-term infrastructure maintenance planning, and safety upgrades like speed bumps and sidewalk improvements.
Courtroom Experience
For decades, Robin represented indigent defendants as a court appointed attorney. She served as one of three in-house court appointed attorneys for a local district court. Robin went to court daily, handling all types of criminal cases ranging from traffic violations to assaultive crimes, and worked with clients from their initial court appearance until the matter was adjudicated by way of plea, trial, or otherwise.
Daily court appearances allowed Robin to file and argue motions, conduct evidentiary hearings, and collaborate with court personnel—from administration and probation departments to court staff—ensuring efficient handling of client matters. Her constant presence in the courtroom also kept her informed of legislative and procedural changes as they occurred, allowing her to stay current with evolving legal standards and practices.
Robin not only possesses a deep understanding of the law from the defense perspective but also brings a well-rounded legal background as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for the Townships of Canton, Plymouth, and Northville. This dual experience highlights her comprehensive skills as a courtroom practitioner and underscores her ability to navigate both sides of the legal system effectively.
Trial Experience
Robin has conducted a significant number of trials, honing her skills in various critical aspects of courtroom practice. She has crafted voir dire questions, prepared jury instructions, and actively participated in cross and direct examinations of witnesses, including police officers, experts, and ordinary citizens. Her deep understanding of the nuances of trial proceedings ensures that those who appear before her will be treated fairly and in accordance with the law.
Treatment Court Experience
Treatment courts are specialized court programs aimed at addressing the underlying issues contributing to criminal behavior, such as substance abuse and mental health disorders. Robin’s daily courtroom experience has given her extensive exposure to treatment courts, where she has successfully assisted clients in accessing various programs throughout southeastern Michigan. As a member of the Michigan Association of Treatment Court Professionals and the only candidate with hands-on experience as a team member of a treatment court program, Robin is uniquely positioned to understand and support these critical interventions. She believes that addressing underlying issues not only reduces recidivism but also significantly benefits the community by saving lives and promoting long- term rehabilitation.
Legal & Community Affiliations
Support Robin's Mission
Robin can’t imagine calling any other place home, and she would be honored to earn your support for her candidacy for Livonia City Council.
Integrity
Robin will lead with honesty, transparency, and accountability, always putting the community's best interests above all else.
Experience
Robin has spent years working in and with this community-listening, problem-solving, and getting things done.
Community Focus
Robin always looks to sponsor and volunteer for various local service organizations in Livonia, making a difference in the community.
