Introduction

In late December 2024, the 13th Circuit Court Judges Kevin Elsenhimer and Charles Hamlyn appointed Wilson “Bill” Brott the Antrim County Prosecuting Attorney, effective January 1, 2025.  Since his appointment in Antrim County, Mr. Brott has tackled drug crime, domestic violence, drunk driving, and all manner of criminal and juvenile cases.  Mr. Brott has improved relationships between the prosecutor’s office, law enforcement, the courts, and outside agencies.

 Mr. Brott has been a life-long resident of Traverse City and the surrounding area.  He graduated from Traverse City Senior High School (back when there was only one).  He holds a law degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Law in Cleveland, Ohio and a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Michigan. After law school, Mr. Brott returned to northern Michigan and has practiced law in northern Michigan for over thirty years, specializing in criminal law, family law, real estate and probate matters.

Before being appointed Antrim County Prosecuting Attorney, Mr. Brott served as the Tribal Prosecutor for the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians.  He had worked before as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Leelanau County in the early 2000’s.  Mr. Brott also served during his career as a Tribal court judge for the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, and as Tribal appellate court judge for the Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians.  Mr. Brott has extensive experience in private practice as a defense attorney, as a prosecuting attorney, and a tribal judge, giving him a well-rounded perspective.  He is currently serving on the Board of Directors of the Traverse Bay Children’s Advocacy Center.

Mr. Brott brings an impressive depth of experience to the position of Antrim County Prosecuting Attorney.  He is firm, but fair as Antrim County’s Prosecuting Attorney.  He is an outstanding choice to serve as the chief law enforcement officer in Antrim County.  When not working, Mr. Brott enjoys spending time with his family and playing music on guitar and bass guitar.

In the coming months Mr. Brott will be travelling throughout Antrim County meeting with folks; introducing himself and listening to what you feel is important to our families. He hopes to see you at a parade, a summer festival, or township meeting and welcomes any questions you may have or just hearing from you.

You can reach Mr. Brott by email at  brott.for.prosecutor@gmail.com.