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Attorney Michael J. Carland has been an attorney since 2014. Since that time, he has successfully defended hundreds of clients across Western Pennsylvania in cases ranging from Driving Under the Influence, Assault and Violent Offenses, Drug Offenses, Weapons Charges, Property Crimes, Juvenile Allegations and Sexual Assault. He also routinely handles Probation Violations, Protection from Abuse matters and driver license-related issues,
Attorney Carland completed his undergraduate studies at Pennsylvania State University in 2009, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Crime, Law and Justice. In 2012, he received his Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. While in law school, he worked as a legal intern, assisting in case preparation, pretrial investigation, drafting pretrial and trial motions, and legal research. His proficiency in these areas led to his transition to active practice after successfully passing the Pennsylvania Bar Exam. During his time as a lawyer, he has developed a solid discipline as a case negotiator and trial lawyer in courts throughout the region.
Attorney Carland is a lifelong resident of Beaver County, where he still resides with his wife and their three children.
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 11 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2014
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Valsamidis Law
650 Corporation St Ste 202, Valsamidis Law, Beaver, PA, 15009-2754
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Posted by Sean | October 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
I strongly recommend Attorney Michael Carland
I recently found myself on the wrong side of the law and was in need of a criminal defense attorney. When I had my initial consultation with Michael, he was knowledgable and straightforward. He diagnosed the charge against me and came up with a strategy for a successful outcome. At my hearing, he ...
Posted by Delilah | September 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommended!
Michael Carland came highly recommended to my family and I also highly recommend him now to you! My experience was great, Mikes is a straight shooter and knows his stuff. I always reminded my family that we were in good hands, and to have faith in Michael.
Posted by Kim | September 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommended
Michael was super professional and upfront with the fees for our Son's legal issues. He talked us through what would happen, expectations for next steps and then finally closing out the case. He was fantastic. Highly recommended.
Posted by Daniel | August 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
The best lawyer ever
This man did a lot for me, I am an immigrant and he was more than empathetic with me and my case so much so that he was able to achieve incredible results, although I was deported to my country as part of the agreement, I can recommend this lawyer for his professionalism and skills to navigate the sy...
Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Magic Mike
I would highly recommend calling Mike to help you with any of your legal needs. Helped me get charges dismissed and something else and we won that too. Kept me in the loop the entire process and made sure I didn’t have any questions go unanswered. 100% will use him in the future.
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Experience
Associations
Pensylvania Bar Association
Member
Education
2012
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Pennsylvania State University
Crime, Law, and Justice
Languages
English