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Michael J. Lorence

4.6
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Pittsburgh, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, Discrimination, Sexual Harassment

Born Building, Suite 216, 1831 Murray Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

Criminal Law cases of assault, aggravated assault, homicide, sexual offenses, theft, robbery, DUI in Allegheny County, Washington County, Westmoreland County, Butler County, Indiana County.

32 years

70%
Discrimination 10%

Race, sex , age, sexual orientation discrimination and Retaliation discrimination for opposing discriminatory practices or Retaliation for filing a EEOC or PHRC discrimination complaint.

32 years

10%
Sexual Harassment 10%

Women have the right to work without some horny boss lacking in self-esteem abusing his power over a subordinate. Of course, men have the same rights but they don't usually face these problems. But sex harassment is about Power and it happens to men and happens in the same sex environment.

32 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 24 years

State: California

Acquired: 2001

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Lorence Law Office

Born Building, Suite 216, 1831 Murray Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217-0491

Lorence Law Office

Born Building, Suite 216, 1831 Murray Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217-0491

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Michael J. Lorence's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Paul | September 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

BEST 1 - 2 PUNCH LAWER

I used him in the Mid 1990's. I was arrested in a drug sweep "wrong place at the wrong time" and he beat the charges before they even went before the magistrate therefore I did not have to waste time or money getting a bogus arrest expunged. I've used him for a Civil Rights Lawsuit as well. He's a g...ood lawyer to have if you can get him.

Posted by Jack | January 05, 2014 | Landlord & Tenant

I trust this man implicitly; committed and dedicated

He gives honor and caring to his profession. I always felt as though I were his only client, even though in retrospect, my legal problem was not a major one. I wish I had known him earlier in my career; he would have proven to be asset to me financially. My issue was a landlord/tenant legal proble...m (even though he said it was not his field, he took on the case), and I was basically being threatened and harassed to have my two small pets removed from my apartment. The problem was resolved efficiently and permanently.

Posted by David | March 17, 2013 | Employment & Labor

The one and only

Job security these days is tedious at best, and working for the Post Office falls into that category. Even more so now that Postmasters value managers that bully their employees more than a dependable worker. I’ve been a mail carrier for 22 years and the first 17 went by pretty much as expected. ...I consider myself a good working with no discipline at all on my work record. Then we got a manager that saw my deformed right leg as a major liability to his “numbers”. He harassed me regularly and tried to discipline me for anything. I had several Congressional Inquiries and EEO’s against this man to no avail. My Union could not do much either. That’s when I met Michael Lorence. He stepped in and defended me when no one else would. (Going against the government can be like banging your head against a wall.) He fought for my rights and changed the demeanor of my office in no time. Several of my co-workers have also used his knowledge and expertise in employee rights. I would highly recommend this man if your being bullied in your job. He is a friend of the employee in a time when management is becoming increasingly overbearing.

Posted by Lori | July 16, 2012 | Employment & Labor

Excellent legal representation

Michael J. Lorence was an excellent lawyer for my employment issues. He handled the responsibility tactifully and with a great amount of consideration for my circumstances. His knowledge of employment law was evident. I would highly recommend him and have in fact referred several people to him.... He won my case and for that I am very grateful. If you are in need of legal services,I would advise you to contact Michael to discuss your problems. He is attentive and understands the law. I trusted him and he did not let me down. His kindness and consideration will always be greatly appreciated.

Posted by Dave | January 20, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Very highly recommended to anyone for any case! A++ very tactfully aggressive! Pure enjoyment to watch him exercise his skills!

Unfortunately I have had the need for attorneys both civilly & criminally many times in my life. After dealing with many different attorneys, one stands out in any crowd. I recently had the pleasure of watching attorney Michael J. Lorence do what he does best which is win. Twice. I wish I had m...et him under better circumstances rather than him coming to my rescue in 2 criminal matters but I was thrilled to have his support. In both separate & different criminal matters which happened to overlap, I attempted to resolve them first both myself & with another attorney with no success. Once I retained Mr. Lorence the prosecution immediately recognized his ambition & abilities & dismissed both cases upon their first contact with his superior defense abilities and tactfully aggressive demeanor. I don’t know how Mr. Lorence’s fee compares to other local attorneys as a whole but I do know that a cheap lawyer going to trial is more expensive then a great lawyer getting a case dismissed. I have also used his abilities to resolve some civil matters which he performed exceptionally well at as expected but his talent truly shines when you see him argue criminal defense. I would HIGHLY recommend Mr. Lorence to anyone who prefers to win in legal matters. The only reason I would hesitate to recommend would be so he could be fully available to me at my whim but I hope to not need him again. However should I ever need representation again he will certainly be my very first call. I actually brought up the subject of asking how I could go about recommending Mr. Lorence to others in need. He did not persuade me in any way to write this review. I have often wondered who actually writes these reviews. To assure anyone in question as to who wrote this review I welcome your phone call to my cell phone or business for a phone or even in person recommendation of Mr. Lorence. I hope for your sake you don’t make the mistakes I made & instead make an intelligent decision and skip right to the best.

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Michael J. Lorence's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Pandaleon

Litigation lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Michael since 1989, when we began attending Duquesne Law School together. We have been friends and colleagues ever since then. I have referred cases to Michael, and always had positive feedback from those who used his services. I can count on him to treat my referral clients with the respect and care, and I know that if he takes a case, he will give it everything he has. What most impresses me about Michael's legal practice is the thoroughness with which he prepares himself and his client's case for litigation. By the time a trial occurs, if it must, Michael knows his case backwards and forwards. His courtroom presence is one of confidence, and his command of the law, the facts, and his opponent's strengths and weaknesses has always impressed me. He also possesses that crucial courtroom trait: he can think on his feet. I endorse Michael Lorence without reservation to anyone looking for top-quality trial attorney representation in the Western Pennsylvania region."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Top 100 Litigator in Pennsylvania, American Society of Legal Advocates

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2012

Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

1971

Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship, Woodrow Wilson Foundation

Associations

2001 - Present

State Bar of California

1994 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Witkowski v International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local Union No. 154, C.A. No. 06-874 (U.S. District Court, W.D. PA)

Jury Verdict for Plaintiff. Defendant must pay $1.2 Million plus interest for violating the law.

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Education

2005

Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College

Certificate

1993

Duquesne University School of Law

N/A

University of Pennsylvania

Speaking Engagements

2011

Sex Discrimination & Sexual Orientation, Gay Lesbian & Transgender Discrimination

Sex Discrimination & Sexual Orientation Discrimination

1993

Discrimination in Health Care Institutions

Filing Discrimination Complaints EEOC, Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission & Pittsburgh Human Relations Commission

Publications

1992

Special Criminal Tribunals Pittsburgh Legal Journal Special Criminal Tribunals

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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