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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 Kimberly | June 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney
100% recommendation for legal representation
I cannot begin to sing enough praises for the services Attorney Michael Carland provided me with! His professional mannerism and prompt attention to my needs and case went above and beyond what I even expected. He was able to achieve what I thought would be an impossible request, and kept me well inf...
Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Best lawyer in PA
Very personable treating us like family. I live in another state and he took care of my brother and kept us in the loop the whole time
Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Time is a factor and time is this lawyers specialty
Amazing just absolutely amazing! I have been hoping that my situation would be handled in a timely fashion and I would be able to begin working again and this law firm is the best
Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Charges, dismissed.
Michael is the best, if I ever needed another lawyer.. I would call him first. He made sure to get the best possible outcome for me. He is very understanding, patient & personable. He knows exactly what he’s doing & I would recommend him to anyone needing legal help.
Posted by Chriss | November 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Johnny on the spot attorney
I was in dire need of an attorney . Michael Carland was on point.He represented me thoroughly I highly recommend him
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"Mike is a phenomenal attorney. He is a zealous advocate. He possesses a laser focused attention to detail. Most importantly, I find him to be grounded. I endorse this lawyer."
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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