Michael J. Griffith

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Michael J. Griffith

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 51 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Pensacola, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents

304 East Government Street, Pensacola, FL

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About Michael J.

Biography

Florida, and the surrounding area over 40 years. We represent you - not government or big business.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

60%
Personal Injury 35%

35%
Car Accident 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 50 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1975

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Colorado for 32 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1993

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Mississippi for 51 years

State: Mississippi

Acquired: 1974

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Michael J. Griffith, P.A.

304 East Government Street, Pensacola, FL, 32502-6021

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Law Offices of Michael J. Griffith

304 E Government St Po Box 848, Pensacola, FL, 32591

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Michael J. Griffith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Brian | May 5, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great representation

Mr. Griffith represented me in an assault and obstruction case. He made me feel comfortable and listened to when I went in for my consultation, and his staff was very friendly and accommodating as well. I never felt like "just another client" and really just had peace of mind I had during our case ...knowing that he was in my corner. Ultimately the charges were dropped outside of court, and Mr. Griffith personally called me to deliver the good news. I very highly recommend Michael J. Griffith to anyone seeking knowledgeable and aggressive legal representation.

Posted by anonymous | April 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

If you need real help, can handle hearing the truth and need nothing short of a miracle, CALL MICHAEL J GRIFFITH NOW.

This man works miracles. If you're looking for an honest, straight forward, professional attorney who does what he says, doesn't sugar coat the truth, calls you back personally and makes you genuinely feel like you're in the right hands; you need to spend the money to retain Michael. Michael came ...to see me to discuss my case personally less than 48 hours after he was called. He told me the honest truth about my situation and my case and he was 100% accurate. He and Cheryl updated me on my case every time there was a change and only involved me when it was absolutely necessary. He LISTENED to what I had to say and actually cared. Michael told me at our first meeting that he would do everything he could to make sure that in a few years, I would look back at this as just a tough year and he did EXACTLY that. ***He took me from facing a MINIMUM of 25 YEARS in PRISON to NO JAIL TIME!*** If you want to save a few dollars and retain an attorney to tell you everything will be okay when they have no idea what will happen, then Michael isn't for you. If you need real help, can handle hearing the truth and need nothing short of a miracle, CALL MICHAEL J GRIFFITH NOW.

Posted by Galen | November 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Persistent, available, experienced, and networked; very glad Mr. Griffith had my case.

We had an uphill battle we couldn't compromise on, and needed a lawyer with maximum experience, network, skill, persistence, and availability. We researched dozens of local criminal defense lawyers, choosing the most promising to talk with in person. Mr. Griffith was high on the list with an e...xtremely high peer rating and awards, and when making a consult appointment with him on the phone, he said "I hope you hire me." In person, he was personable and polite, not arrogantly or foolishly optimistic nor cynically defeatist. He was confident about his knowledge and if he didn't know something he'd find out without faking it. I was scared and needy; calling or visiting with questions, requests, or to verify court dates and times(recommended), and always got help ASAP. My case was ugly; child porn. Not guilty, but the accusation destroys lives and defense usually gives up or loses. We didn't. Of dozens of lawyers we researched and the ten we saw, I'm very glad we chose Mr Griffith.

Posted by Heather | May 4, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The only choice

Mr. Griffith, Cheryl, and their entire team stood by me and fought for me during the two most difficult years of my life. He is compassionate and truly cares about his clients. His ability to pair his vast knowledge of the law with incredible intuition makes him a master of his craft. I will never be... able to thank him enough for giving me my life back. If you find yourself in need of someone to fight for you and winning is the only option, Mr. Griffith is the one to call. Trust him, be patient, and don't get discouraged. It is difficult but he can and will make it happen.

Posted by Matthew | August 5, 2015

The best in business!!!

In my time of dismay, I came to me Griffith hoping he would show the truth of my case. I did not however expect to be treated as if I was family and not just another case. Mr Griffith went above and beyond what Was expected by not only helping me in the courtroom but also helping me with advice on wh...at got me into the situation. Making sure that every promise he made was kept, mr Griffith handled my case to the standard and outcome I desired. If your looking for more than just a lawyer then look no further than the best mr Michael j Griffith.

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Michael J. Griffith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Travis Newton

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a nationally known criminal defense lawyer with a reputation for aggressively defending his clients."

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Ryan Barnett

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney in the area of criminal law."

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Keith Weidner

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Christopher Patterson

Criminal defense lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr Griffith is a highly skilled attorney who may be counted upon to render a thorough and innovative defense. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1990 - Present

President, Michael J. Griffith, P.A.

1900 - Present

Principal Senior Attorney, Michael J. Griffith, P.A.

1975 - 1977

Assistant U.S. Attorney, Office Of The State Attorney, 20th Judicial Circuit Florida

Associations

Escambia-Santa Rosa County Bar Association

Member

Florida Bar

Member

Mississippi Bar

Member

Colorado Bar Association

Member

Florida Criminal Defense Lawyers

Life Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Life Member

American Inns of Court

Committee Member

1995 - 2014

Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar Association

Board Member

Northwest Florida Legal Services

Founding Member

Education

1974

The University of Mississippi School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1971

University of West Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1971

University of Georgia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1988

Safety Standdown

DUI

1984

Annual Meeting

Investigation of Criminal Cases

Languages

English

Activity

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