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Biography
As a Former Prosecutor (Felony Division Chief) with the Miami-Dade State Attorney and the top peer-rated Miami Beach attorney on , Mr. Grieco and his associates have had the opportunity to participate in and/or try hundreds of cases, including, but not limited to, homicides, narcotics offenses, firearms charges, property crimes, white collar offenses, and DUI’s. He now uses that experience as a criminal (and dui) attorney here in Miami to assist the accused as well as crime victims. Our firm not only represents a litany of criminal defendants, but we also work as and with corporate counsels for numerous Miami and New York businesses in litigation and transactional matters, as well as municipal ordinance violation defense/prevention.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
26 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New York for 21 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2004
Licensed in Florida for 25 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2000
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024
Location
Michael C. Grieco, P.A.
175 sw 7th St, #2410, Miami, FL, 33130
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Michael Christopher Grieco's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Steven | September 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Case dismissed
I was recently falsely accused of a crime (felony) and Mr. Grieco was on top of it from day 1 with both the police and prosecutors. Made the matter disappear and now we are sealing it.
Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Very Disappointed
When seeking a lawyer you are obviously looking for help, guidance, someone to help you. Initially I thought Mr. Grieco could be the one. At first he was responsive but then changed almost immediately. My husband already being in the system needed legal advice, he gave his word to go see him and left...
Michael Grieco
Replied last October 17, 2019When folks seek help from a private attorney, many will be given advice consistent with what they want to hear. I won't do that. Moreover, if folks seek an extended amount of advise and counsel without retaining the attorney then that's obviously a problem as well. I work hard to help many and do a great amount of pro bono legal work and it is unfortunate that this anonymous individual chose to air grievances in this forum when they never actually came into the office.
Posted by MF | August 7, 2012
Aggressive Defense
Mr. Grieco handled my motion for modification of the terms of my probation and he aggressively countered all objections raised in the court. If you want results, you should consider retaining him.
Posted by Gaby W | July 30, 2012
Simply one of the best
Where to begin? Michael handled my 3rd DUI case, a traffic offense that put me in VOP jeopardy and the VOP itself. The results were phenomenal and no matter how badly it got he knew what he was doing. Mr. Grieco is a par with the Roys and Weintraubs of the every day criminal case scene. He does no...
Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2012
Dom Violence case dismissed
Got my case dismissed. But whats more important to me is everything he said that would happen with the process went thru way he said.
Michael Christopher Grieco's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Diligent and an outstanding lawyer."
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"I wholeheartedly endorse Mike as he is superbly qualified in trial work and criminal defense. Definitely top notch in his trade."
"Mr. Grieco is an upstanding attorney and provides excellent representation."
"I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. Michael is a highly skilled and competent Criminal Defense attorney. He works really hard for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mike is a hard worker and trustworthy attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mike is a top notch attorney. He is reliable and works very hard for his clients and commitment to his clients rights and freedom."
"Mr. Grieco is a criminal defense attorney with impressive credentials earned during his tenure as a prosecutor in the Miami-Dade County State Attorney's office. I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I worked with Mr. Grieco as a prosecutor and found him to be a diligent and resourceful advocate. I have no hesitation in endorsing Mr. Grieco's work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I had the pleasure of seeing Mr. Grieco as a prosecutor while I was an assistant chief at the Dade County State Attorneys. Mr. Grieco combines innate ability with good preparation making him a formidable attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer's work.Mr. Greico's experience is well documented and vows in every case to zealously represent the interests of his clients. I would recommend his services to anyone"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Grieco and I worked together as prosecutors for many years. Mr. Grieco is an excellent advocate and always gets the best results possible for his clients. If you find yourself facing a criminal charge, you will be lucky to have Mr. Grieco fighting on your behalf."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Michael is consummate professional. I have had the pleasure of working with him in the past on a variety of matters, and have always found his work to be top shelf."
"Excellent trial lawyer. Very well prepared. Very knowledgeable in trial tactics, and evidence. Worked against him when he was a prosecutor, and with him when he became a private defense attorney. Very formidable attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer's work because he fights hard to protect your rights."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.
Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2024
updated on 09/04/2024This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2008
updated on 03/08/2019Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Michael’s comment:
“This reprimand did not involve client representation”
Honors
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Top Peer Rated Attorney, Legal Force
2005
Service Award/Recognition, Department of Justice
2005
5-year Service Award, Miami-Dade County State Attorney
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Owner, Grieco Criminal Law Center
2000 - 2006
Assistant State Attorney, Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office
1999 - 2000
Certified Legal Intern, Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office
1995 - 1996
Legislative Aid/Intern, United States Congress
Associations
2010 - Present
Miami Beach Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
South Florida Concierge AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Greater Miami Convention and Visitors BureauMember
2008 - Present
BNImember
2008 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2007 - Present
Federal Bar/Souther District of FLMember
2004 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Florida BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Burglary with Battery
Case dismissed mid-trial
Multi-million dollar fraud allegation
Case pending
Federal Drug Trafficking Charge
Case voluntarily dismissed by U.S. Attorney after proof of alibi
Attempted Murder (4 counts)
State Attorney No Action
DUI Serious Bodily Injury (felony)/ Leaving Scene of Accident
Reduced to misdemeanor, no conviction
MDMA(X) Trafficking
Min Man Waived, probation
Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer
No Action-Charges not filed
Burglary with a Battery
Reduced to misdemeanor
DUI
Reduced, no conviction
DUI trial
Reduced, no conviction
Education
1999
University of Miami School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
American University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
FL MMTC Institute
Medical Marijuana
2012
Entertainment, Sports, and Intellectual Property Law Conference
Entertainment Wars in the Courts
2012
Entertainment, Sports, and Intellectual Property Law Conference
Saving Face; Media and the Courts
2012
Entertainment, Sports, & Intellectual Property Law Conference
Lawyers in the Media, Saving Face
2010
BNI Premier
DUI/Criminal Defense
Languages
English
Greek
German
Spanish
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Q&A
If i'm on Felony probation, and receive a capias warrant, will that be a VOP for me?
03 Mar 2020
Q&A
Will I be arrested if I take probation on a case without clearing the warrant from another county first?
03 Feb 2020
Q&A
My son has a comment case pc found ct1 -3500 DIV 14 WHAT DOES IT MEAN?
15 Mar 2019