Michael Jeffrey Kessler

Michael Jeffrey Kessler

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Superb

10

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Average Client Rating

4.75 star rating 8 reviews
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Overview

Practice Areas
  • 66% DUI / DWI
    25 years, 1,000 cases
  • 34% Criminal Defense
    25 years, 1,000 cases

Fees & Payments

Fees

  • Fixed (Always)
  • Free Consultation (30 minutes)

Payment types

Credit Card, Check, Cash

Contact Information
  • The Kessler Law Firm
    212 South Seventh Street
    Fort Pierce, FL 34950
    772-466-●●●● - show
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About Me

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About me: I am generally known to be the "Go To Guy for DUI" on Florida's Treasure Coast. I wrote the book on Florida Drunk Driving Defense - literally. It's called the... more

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References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating

4.75 star rating 8 reviews
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5 star rating

“Fantastic, caring, commited, knowledgeable, honest representation for my unique DUI case from beginning to end!”

Posted by: Katie, 2010-08-26 10 days ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: Mr. Kessler provided incredibly personal and thoughtful support to me and my family while offering expert, informed and conscientious legal guidance... more
5 star rating

“top notch”

Posted by: Brian, 2010-06-29 2 months ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: I couldn't have asked for any better results! Mike followed through with everything that he told me that he'd do. I'm extremely pleased with Mike and... more
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Endorsements

Endorsements

32 endorsements

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Bruce Steven Kapsack

If you pick up a local paper chances are you will see Mr. Kessler's name in it. Mike is known for superior work on behalf of his clients at all... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Bruce Kapsack , Oakland (CA), 4 months ago
John Scott Webb

Michael Kessler IS Florida's Treasure Coast. From Cape Canaveral to Key West, Michael is the man. What sets Michael apart from the other local... more

Endorsement from lawyer: John Webb , Saco (ME), 4 months ago
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Résumé

Licenses
  • 25 years since Michael Jeffrey Kessler was first licensed to practice law in FL.
  • 15 years since Michael Jeffrey Kessler was first licensed to practice law in NC.

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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Managing Partner at The Kessler Law Firm 1986–present

Education
School Major Degree Graduated
University of North Carolina School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1985
University of North Carolina Criminal Justice/Political Science BS - Bachelor of Science 1982

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
Superlawyers Magazine Law & Politics Magazine 2009
SuperLawyers Magazine Law & Politics Magazine 2008
See all 3 awards

Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers 1986–present
Member National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers 1986–present
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Portfolio

Avvo Answers
Avvo Contribution: Contributor Level 3
Question: If i am convicted for a felony on intent to sell...
Michael's answer: If adjudication of guilt is withheld by the judge, you may still be legally allowed to say you have... more
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Publications
Article Publication Date
The DUI Book, Florida Edition The DUI Book, Florida Edition 2006

Speaking Engagements
Speaking Engagement Name Conference Date
Blood, Breath and Tears, the Intoxilyzer 8000 Class Lecture 2006
DUI Source Code Litigation, Strategies and Tactics Lecture 2006
See all 4 speaking engagements

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