I made a mistake and was charged with a DUI, simple assault, and reckless endangerment of another person (REAP). I had never required a lawyer before, and did not know what to do, or who to turn to. Furthermore, due to immigration issues, I could not afford to be found guilty of the REAP or simple a...ssault charges. At least for me, this was a very high-stakes situation. After contacting (and visiting) 3 different lawyers, I got a call back from Michelle, and I knew I was going to go with her. I don't want to get into details about the other lawyers, but in that one conversation she did for me what the others did not. She is very succinct and professional. She did not give me false hope, but real assurance. She is trustworthy. She worked very well and was very responsive throughout my case. She managed to remove all charges, except for the DUI. I received the minimum legal sentence (anything below would be against the law). Her experience (25+ years!) and knowledge kept me at ease. Her ability to communicate clearly, answer my detailed questions, and concise weighing and presentation of available options impressed me. I said it before, she gave me real assurance. Furthermore, I found out that my court-appointed sentence (to serve time) coincided with very important situation at work, Anyone who knows the Philadelphia justice system, would understand how tough it is to CHANGE the scheduling and date of your sentence. After communicating my dilemma to her, I received a change of date the very next day. Now, this may only be important to me, but she moved my mountain, again. This is why she's my favorite lawyer.