Michael C. Judge

Michael C. Judge

also known as Michael C. Judge, Attorney At Law

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Cranston, RI
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence ... +11 more

2220 Plainfield Pike, Suite 217, Cranston, RI

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Rhode Island for 34 years

State: Rhode Island

Acquired: 1991

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Michael C. Judge, Attorney At Law

2220 Plainfield Pike, Suite 217, Cranston, RI, 02921

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Michael C. Judge's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brandon | January 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Seasoned and savvy

Michael clearly has a career-long reputation of picking the prosecution’s case apart— to the extent that my charge was greatly reduced and I kept my license. It was a favorable outcome unforeseen by even him, and was a product of him knowing who to approach when and how and how to present the case. H...e is a busy man, so you might be concerned that you aren’t communicating enough, but he delivers and knows all the players in a way that can’t be quantified by cost. Hire him as soon as you’re arrested before you agree to breathalyzers etc.

Posted by Liame | December 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best DUI lawyer

Very professional, he explained everything in detail from the start. It went exactly how he said it would be. He’s on top of it from start to finish. I am very pleased with his work. Best DUI lawyer in RI.

Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Great outcome

Michael Judge got me the best outcome I could ask for. He made it very simply to understand everything . Highly recommend him.

Posted by John | September 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Did it right

Mike was very thorough. He didn't give any false pretentions or empty promises. He explained everything very clearly. My case went very smoothly and the outcome was better than expected. I would highly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Experience

I am very happy with the outcome which Mike Judge took very good care of. My experience with the law was very stressful not knowing what would happen if I lose my license. Thank god Mike Judge has a long time involved in law he always finds the best solution!

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Michael C. Judge's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christine Marinello

Unknown lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a collegial, experienced and respected attorney."

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Jonathan Sills

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Attorney Michael Judge in the area of DUI and DWI Defense in the State of Rhode Island. He is one of my go-to attorneys whenever I have a Rhode Island matter that needs to be handled."

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Inna Rifman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Judge is a highly respected attorney among his peers. He is knowledgeable, experienced, and dedicated to his clients- he is exactly an advocate you would want on your side!"

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John Larochelle

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have observed Attorney Michael Judge zealously represent his clients since the 1990s. Attorney Judge's experience helps him obtain excellent results for his clients."

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Marc Soss

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Michael. He is my go to lawyer when my clients have criminal matters pending."

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Maria Caley

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Judge is knowledgeable and effective in the area of DUI and DWI. Mike has an excellent reputation amongst his peers."

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Dean Wagner

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Michael is a smart and zealous advocate for his clients. I highly recommend Michael for DUI & DWI matters as well as general criminal defense."

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Joseph Flynn

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael Judge is known for representing his clients zealously and ethically, particularly, in DUI cases. Having started as a rule 9 intern in the Attorney General's office prosecuting breathalyzer refusals, he has since built his practice defending the same crimes he was taught to prosecute. This type of experience should not be minimized."

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Mark Buckley

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Michael Judge. I've had the pleasure of knowing him since our law student days clerking at the Rhode Island Dept of Attorney General prosecuting breathalyzer refusals. In private practice over 27+ years, he has developed an expertise helping clients dealing with DUI and DWI matters. I consider Michael the go-to lawyer for these type of legal concerns and have great confidence in his legal skills."

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Neville Bedford

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When they say "here comes the Judge' ... sometimes, they are referring to this fine fellow who has been practicing since 1991."

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Rebecca McSweeney

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Judge is an excellent and caring lawyer. He gives his clients realistic expectations and then strives to meet or exceed those expectations. If I had been charged with a crime, I would want him on my side."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2020

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2017

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2007

Excellence in Mentoring Award, Governor Donald L. Carcieri

2007

Senate Citation For Having A Positive Impact On Our Youth, The Honorable Joseph A. Montalbano, President of the Senate

2007

Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition, James R. Langevin, United States Congress

2007

Citation For Outstanding Dedication To Mentoring, William j. Murphy, Speaker of the House of Representatives

2001

Citation for Dedication to the Legal Profession, Jhon B. Hardwood, Speaker of The Rhode Island House of Representatives

1996

1996 Scholarship Recipient-National Criminal Defense College, Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Work Experience

1996 - Present

President, Managing Partner, Michael C. Judge, Attorney At Law

1993 - 1996

Senior Associate Trial Attorney, Cooper & Sanchez

1991 - 1993

Managing Partner, Trial Attorney, Kenneth Slade Law Offices

1990 - 1991

Government Prosecutor, Department of the Attorney General

1989 - 1989

Law Clerk, Prosecutor, City of Warwick, Legal Department

1988 - 1988

Judicial Law Clerk, Federal District Court

Associations

1991 - Present

Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1991 - Present

National Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1991 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

1991 - Present

Rhode Island Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1993 - 1996

Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Chairman of the Legislation Committee

Education

1991

New England School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Rhode Island

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

University of Connecticut Guest Lecture

Constitutional & Statutory Law

1992

The Duch Inn

Constitutional Law

Publications

1991

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Languages

English

Spanish

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