Michael Huyoung

Michael Huyoung

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 43 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Richmond, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Three Paragon Place Suite 110, 6806 Paragon Place, Richmond, VA

About Michael

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

"Innocent until proven guilty" is the maxim on which I represent my clients charged with a criminal offense.

60%
Family 40%

Divorce clients will ride an emotional rollercoaster as they go through the process. I will be by your side as we ride that rollercoaster together.

40%

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 43 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1982

Active

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Location

Barnes & Diehl, P.C.

Three Paragon Place Suite 110, 6806 Paragon Place, Richmond, VA, 23230

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Posted by Tomme | December 19, 2014 | Criminal Defense

A Godsend

Michael Huyoung was a godsend for us. At age 68 I found myself in a situation I never could have imagined and was being prosecuted by the federal government and was looking at a long sentence. Never ever in all my 68 years have I ever faced such a frightening possibility and had never, prior to tha...t time, been involved in crime. I was informed by the FBI that I needed to get a good attorney. With no experience and things like that I was at a loss to even know where to begin so I asked our eldest son, who was a policeman at that time, who he would recommend and he immediately said Michael Huyoung. Over his many years as a policeman he had seen hundreds of attorneys at work and he said Michael was the best. He was absolutely correct. It was a complicated case and Michael invested the time and effort both to understand what was the nature of what I was accused of and communicate honestly with me regarding what might be my outcome. Even though I my wife and I were terrified he never offered false hope but was forthright and objective. Even the US attorney told us that I had a very good attorney. I could say much much more about Michael – – his abilities – – his character and his reputation so I'll suffice it to say I would heartily recommend him to any and all who would find themselves in need of a truly professional attorney.

Posted by Stewart | December 08, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Honest, professional, knowledgeable and excellent attorney.

I have known Michael HuYoung for over 30 years, first as an adversary when he defended persons I had arrested and most recently as my representative in a civil matter. He has always been respectful, honest, professional and knowledgeable in his representation of and interactions with me. I would hi...ghly recommend Michael HuYoung to represent anyone I know, including family. I have used him in the past and will use him in the future if a need arises. You couldn't ask for better representation.

Posted by Wayne | November 04, 2014 | Criminal Defense

When you need an attorney make sure to find the best!

This was my first experience needing a criminal attorney, while I can say this was an experience I had never anticipated I am glad I had Michael Huyoung on my side. Through out the process Michael provided me with straight forward advice. Michael never sugar coated the situation, but with honesty a...nd candor he guided me through the process. With due diligence and passion to present the truth on my behalf he successfully defended me and obtained a not guilty verdict. I would reach out to Michael without hesitation if the need presented it self again.

Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Beyond Diligent

Honestly, when I first met Mr. Hu Young, he seemed so confident in his abilities that he came across as cocky. However, as the almost 11 months of investigation and preparation progressed, it became clear to see that his confidence in his abilities is well deserved. He left no stone unturned in dis...covering facts and likely testimony whether it would help or potentially harm my case, which is no small thing in Virginia where the Commonwealth rules of disclosure are unfavorable to the defense. Contrary to many experts, he seemed to value my insight and opinions. I was accused of 2 counts of a sexual assault which is obviously a very emotional issue for the jury to hear. His demeanor during case presentation was humble and he displayed calm throughout, picking and choosing his battles so that at the end of 2 days, every objection he raised was sustained, and every objection raised by the Commonwealth's attorney was overruled due to Mr. Hu Young's lucid arguments. He very thoroughly prepared for this case, and as he himself frequently says, he over-prepares. This obviously carries with it a very significant price tag, but his end results speak for themselves. I whole-heartedly recommend Michael Hu Young for Criminal Law representation.

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Michael Huyoung's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kevin Martingayle

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Michael for many years, primarily through our service together as members of the governing Council of the Va. State Bar. He is thoughtful, energetic and fearless. I highly recommend him."

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Nupur Bal

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a zealous advocate for his clients and works hard to get a good result."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Virginia Super Lawyer, Virginia Super Lawyers

2014

Virginia Legal Elite, Virginia Legal Elite

2014

AV Rating in Criminal Law and Family Law, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Richmond's Best White-Collar Criminal Defense Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers in America

2012

Top Lawyers, Richmond Magazine

2010

Leader in the Law, Virginia Lawyers Weekly

2008

Award of Excellence, Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Virginia

1987

Richmond’s Best and Brightest Attorneys, Style Weekly

Work Experience

1995 - 2014

Shareholder and Director of Criminal Law Section of Firm, Barnes & Diehl, P.C.

1986 - 1995

Attorney-at-Law, The Law Firm of Michael HuYoung, P.C.

1982 - 1986

Associate, The Law Offices of Richard R. Ryder

Associations

2012 - Present

Litigation Counsel of America

Member

2011 - Present

Virginia State Bar Law School Professionalism Course

Faculty

2010 - Present

Virginia Bar Association

Board of Governors

2010 - Present

Virginia Law Foundation

Fellow

2010 - Present

Virginia State Bar Diversity Conference

Past Chair and Board of Governors

2005 - Present

Virginia Criminal Justice Conference

Past Chair

2000 - Present

Asian Pacific Bar Association of Virginia

Board of Directors

1995 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Former Board Member

1982 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Bar Council

2013 - 2013

Advisory Committee of the Virginia General Assembly’s Joint Commission on Technology (JCOTS)

Member

2013 - 2013

Virginia Model Jury Instructions Advisory Committee

Member

2008 - 2011

Virginia State Bar Professionalism Faculty

Former Faculty

Education

1982

The University of Richmond School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Virginia CLE

Video presentation of Criminal Appellate Practice in Virginia and Evidence in Virginia

2014

The Virginia Trial Lawyers Association's Annual Convention at The Homestead

The Ethics of Equality: A Lawyer’s Professional Responsibility

2014

The Virginia Bar Association’s Summer Meeting at The Greenbrier

Legal Jeopardy: Family Feuds and Offenses, Moderator of Judicial Panel Presentation

2012

The Virginia Trial Law Association's Criminal Law Seminars

Use of Experts and Defenses in Internet Child Solicitation and Child Pornography Cases

2012

The Virginia Bar Association’s Winter Meeting at the Williamsburg Lodge

Combating National Impact Financial Fraud in the Eastern District of Virginia, Panelist

2012

The Virginia Bar Association’s Summer Meeting at the Homestead

Jeopardy on Appeal (Top Ten Pet Peeves of Judges of the Virginia Court of Appeals), Moderator of Judicial Panel Presentation

2012

The Virginia Bar Association’s Summer Meeting at the Homestead

Exoneration: Writs of Actual Innocence (The Thomas Haynesworth Case), Moderator

2012

Richmond Bar Association

Best Practices in Voir Dire, Panel Presentation

2012

Fellows’ Induction Speech at the Spring Conference of Litigation Counsel of America (LCA)

The Benefit of Diversity

2011

The Virginia Trial Lawyers Association’s Criminal Law Seminars

Ethics: How to Represent Your Client and Not Go to Jail with Him

2011

The Virginia Trial Lawyers Association’s Annual Convention at The Homestead

Surveillance in Litigation: Getting the Dirt While Keeping Your Hands Clean

2011

The John Marshall Inns of Court (Richmond)

Jury Voir Dire, Opening Statements, Closing Arguments, and Jury Instruction, Co-Presenter with Craig S. Cooley, Esquire

2011

The Annual Virginia Trial Lawyers Association’s Paralegal Conference

Hot Topics in Criminal Practice

2011

Increasing Diversity in the Legal Profession Conference at the University of Virginia School of Law

How Young Lawyers Reach Out to the Community: The Benefits of Expanding the Pipeline, Panelist

2010

The Virginia State Bar's Carrico Professionalism Course

The Bar Disciplinary Process

2009

The Virginia Trial Lawyers Association’s Annual Convention

The Authority to Take Sentencing Under Advisement Provides Circuit Judges with an Important Tool for Doing Justice in Criminal Cases

2008

Virginia Alliance of Paralegal Associations and Local Government Paralegal Association, Joint Statewide Conference

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions on Non-U.S. Citizens and the Visa Process

2008

The Virginia Trial Lawyers Association’s Solo and Small Firm Conference

Criminal Law Update

2008

The Virginia Trial Lawyers Association’s Criminal Law Seminars

Effective Voir Dire in a Criminal Case: Get the Jury Thinking

2008

Bon Secours Forensic Nurses Seminar

The SANE/Forensic Nurse Evaluation: What Does It All Mean?

2007

The Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Annual Paralegal Seminar

Criminal Issues Related to the Representation of Immigrants

2006

The Virginia State Bar Annual Conference

The Non-Citizen Defendant in the Criminal Justice System: Special Challenges and Consequences, Panelist

2006

The Chesterfield County Bar CLE Program

Representing the Non-Citizen Criminal Defendant

2006

The Virginia Judicial Conference of General District Court Judges

Immigration Consequences for the Non-Citizen Defendant, Panelist

2005

The Virginia State Bar Annual Conference

Dangerous Intersection Ahead: When Criminal and Family Law Collide, Moderator

2004

The Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Criminal Law Seminars

Ethics for the Criminal Practitioner

2004

The Virginia State Bar Advance Family Law Seminar

Confidentiality and Other Ethical Issues When Using Electronic Evidence Including Electronic Surveillance

2002

The Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Criminal Law Seminars

Nuts and Bolts of Criminal Law

Publications

2009

The Journal of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Vol. 21, No. 2 Zealous Representation is Not Winning at All Costs

2009

VBA News Journal. Vol. XXXV, No. 4 Do You Really Want to Put the Child on the Stand? Co-authored with John K. Karanian, Esquire,

Languages

English

Activity

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