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Michelle Ann Estlund
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Licensed in Florida for 30 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1995
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Law Offices of Michelle Ann Estlund
147 Sevilla Avenue, Coral Gables, FL, 33134
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Posted by T in Miami | January 22, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Knowledgable and Responsive - Superb counsel!
I contacted Ms. Estlund after having been arrested for a petit theft incident. After a single call to her office, I was given an appointment right away. During our initial meeting, I explained the details of my incident. She was attentive and focused. After listening to what I had to say, she res...
Posted by Kevin | January 12, 2014 | International Law
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I contacted Michelle in 2011 to ask for advice on dealing with an Interpol problem. At the time I had received a negative response to my appeal with Interpol. I asked Michelle for a second opinion and was skeptical that anything could be done. She read my case and felt that she could help me. I worke...
Michelle Ann Estlund's Lawyer Endorsements
"Michelle's knowledge, experience, and skills clearly classify her as one of the top attorneys in her field. The passion, kindness and warmth that she displays to her clients combined with her fearless and artful advocacy make her truly one of a kind. She continues to dedicate her life's work to tirelessly defend and safeguard the individual rights of people who desperately need it most within the United States and around the world. Michelle's devotion and commitment to representing her clients with the highest professional and ethical standards permeate the entirety of her work, regardless of whether it's a consultation or complex litigation. Additionally, my interactions with Michelle always yield invaluable insights that are critical to the evolution of my professional practice and personal life. I absolutely recommend Michelle's services to any person who requires criminal defense or INTERPOL defense."
Isabella Poschl
Limited liability company (LLC) lawyer | Mar 05
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I worked with Michelle on a federal trial in the Southern District of Florida on an immigration matter. Michelle brought her expertise of federal procedure and evidence and was an invaluable member of the litigation team."
"Not only would I refer any of my clients to Michelle for criminal matters (especially international criminal matters), but so would attorneys globally. She is not only known within this community as being at the top of her field and having impeccable standards and a proven record, but she is known worldwide as the go-to attorney for efficient resolution of international criminal matters."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle is an extraordinary attorney. I have seen her handle numerous criminal and international matters with great skill and diligence. I would not hesitate to recommend her."
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"Michelle is one of the most professional and hard working attorneys I have ever had a case against. She is extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of criminal law and I would readily endorse her to anyone in need of a "top notch" criminal attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Smart, hardworking, works hard for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. In hiring Ms. Estlund, you will hire an attorney who will fight for you with grace and professionalism. She is highly respected by her peers and the judiciary. Her intelligence and knowledge of the law insures each and every one of her clients an excellent defense."
"Michelle and I worked at the Miami-Dade County Public Defender's office when we were baby lawyers. She has always impressed me with her poise, quick wit, and professionalism when advocating for her clients. If you are looking for a competent attorney to represent you in a criminal matter in Dade County, you would be wise to consider Michelle's counsel. There aren't a lot of attorneys who offer the complete package, but Michelle is definitely one of them."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer's work. I worked with Ms. Estlund on a "sexual battery case on a minor" where she took the lead and conducted all of the work. After our client was arrested on the charge, she managed to convince the State Attorney's Office not to prosecute this individual, and he was immediately released from custody. This outstanding result was utilized to convince the Florida Department of Children and Families to drop it's "abuse and neglect" charges filed against our client, and that same Court to order immediate visitation between our client and his daughter."
"I unequivocally endorse Ms. Estlund's work. Ms. Estlund is an outstanding litigator with a creative approach to achieving successful results."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Rodney Thaxton Against All Odds Award, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Miami Chapter
2015
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2014
Best in Blogs: Top Ten Blogs, LexBlog
2013
President's Award, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Miami Chapter
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2012
Outstanding and Constructive Service as Contributing Author, Dade County Bar Association
2011
Best in Blogs: May, LexBlog
2011
Best in Blogs: April, LexBlog
1991
Gold Circle Writing Award/Features Article, Columbia Scholastic Press
Work Experience
2006 - Present
President and Sole Shareholder, Estlund Law, P.A.
1998 - 2002
Adjunct Professor of Legal Research/Legal Studies Program, Florida International University
1997 - 2006
Assistant Public Defender, Law Office of the Public Defender, Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida
1995 - 1995
Certified Legal Intern, Pinellas County Office of the Public Defender
1994 - 1995
Student Law Clerk, United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, Tampa Division
1993 - 1994
Legal Intern, Florida House of Representatives Committe on Criminal Justice
Associations
2013 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Directors
Florida Association for Women Lawyers
Dade County Bar Association
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Sample of Legal Cases
INTERPOL Subject G.P.
The Red Notice was removed
INTERPOL Subject G.P.
The Red Notice was removed
INTERPOL Matter of A.
Michelle's appeal to INTERPOL to remove the Red Notice in her client's name was successful. The client is now free to travel without fear of being detained due to an INTERPOL Red Notice.
INTERPOL Matter of A.
Michelle's appeal to INTERPOL to remove the Red Notice in her client's name was successful. The client is now free to travel without fear of being detained due to an INTERPOL Red Notice.
U.S. v. J.O.
Michelle obtained a court order requiring that 100% of her client's seized funds be returned to him.
INTERPOL Matter of A.
The client's Red Notice was removed from INTERPOL's wanted list.
INTERPOL Matter of I.
INTERPOL Red Notice removed.
State v. K.U.
All charges dropped.
INTERPOL Matter of G.
The Red Notice against the client was withdrawn.
INTERPOL Matter of W.
The Red Notice was withdrawn from INTERPOL's databases, thereby allowing the client to travel freely without risking detention or extradition.
INTERPOL Matter of U.
The Red Notice was withdrawn from INTERPOL's databases.
State v. R.H.
The client's case was dismissed, as well as the case of the other defendant, based on the information Michelle provided to the prosecutor
INTERPOL Matter of M.
The Red Notice was corrected to accurately reflect the appropriate charge.
State v. R.S.
The jury found Michelle's client not guilty of the charge.
State v. T.K.
The motion was granted and the case was nolle prossed.
State v. E.F., conclusion
See below
State v. V.W.
See below
State v. E.L.
All charges were nolle prossed (dropped).
State v. E.F.
The court granted Michelle's request for bond on a non-bondable offense, thus allowing the client to fight his case from his home rather than the jail.
State v. J.J.
All felony charges were dropped and the client entered a no contest plea to one misdemeanor trespass count, thus protecting the client's goal of entering the military in the future.
State v. B.V.
The charges were no actioned (dismissed) by the State Attorney's Office.
State v. L.L.
The state dropped the felony charge at arraignment, and nolle prossed the DUI and tickets on the day of trial. Michelle also protected the client's driving privilege by prevailing at the DHSMV administrative hearing.
State v. A.M.
Charges were no actioned (dropped) at arraignment.
State v. M.M.
Client released from detention; charges corrected.
J.S.
Michelle obtained an administrative expunction of the record, so the local records no longer show this information when a local record search is done. She also obtained certified documents for the client to show to immigration officials when he travels.
Investigation of C.E.
Michelle prevented her client from being arrested, and the client was later awarded custody of the infant.
State v. M.A.
Bond obtained; charges reduced.
Education
1995
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
The Florida State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Entrepreneurs on the Interpol Wanted List
Balancing Law Enforcement With Due Process
2016
Iberian Regional Conference
Banking without Borders
2016
Dade County Bench and Bar Conference
Your Next Bold Move
2012
33rd Annual Immigration Law Update South Beach
Government investigatory tools: What do they use?
2011
Miami In-Service on Immigration Proceedings
Best Practices in Criminal Court for Detention and Mental Health Issues
2010
Participant Orientation: November 3, 2010
Restoration of Civil Rights
Publications
2015
Dade County Bar Association Bulletin
INTERPOL's looking for murderers, drug traffickers, and ... Justin Bieber?
2012
The Bulletin
INTERPOL and Your Client's International Business Interests: Look Before You Leap
2012
The Bulletin
INTERPOL and Red Notices
2012
33rd Annual Immigration Law Update South Beach Course Materials
Un-Ringing the Bell: How Erroneous Information is Circulated by INTERPOL and How to Correct It
2011
Red Notice Law Journal
Blind Faith: INTERPOL's Relationship with its Member Countries
2011
Red Notice Law Journal
Hugo Chavez: Should INTERPOL re-review Venezuela's Red Notices?
2011
Red Notice Law Journal
Red Notice Challenges: When the Basis for a Red Notice is No Longer Valid
2011
Red Notice Law Journal
Blue Traveler: Should I Travel as the Subject of a Blue Notice?
2011
Red Notice Law Journal
Venezuela complained, INTERPOL responded: what's next?
2011
Red Notice Law Journal
INTERPOL Defends Its Decisions to Deny Certain Venezuelan Red Notice Requests
2011
Red Notice Law Journal
Who Owns the Information in INTERPOL's Files?
2011
Red Notice Law Journal
It's Not You, It's Me: When Banks Break up with Red Notice Subjects
2011
Red Notice Law Journal
The Innocent Red Notice Client: When INTERPOL is Used Improperly by Member Countries
2011
Red Notice Law Journal
INTERPOL's Capacity for Improvement: An Encouraging Word
2011
Red Notice Law Journal
INTERPOL's Red Notice: Its Reach and Its LImits
2011
2011
Red Notice Law Journal
The New Libya: What Kind of Member Couuntry Will It Be for INTERPOL?
2010
South Miami News
Liar, Liar, Pants . . . in Jail
2010
Coral Gables News Tribune
The High Cost of Avoidance
2010
South Miami News
In Defense of Criminal Defense
2010
Kendall Gazette
Transitioning from Active Combat Duty to Civilian Life
2010
Community Newspapers
Parenting After an Arrest
2010
Community Newspapers
Talking to Lawyers: 101
2009
South Miami News
Should I Call the Police to Talk to My Out-of-Control Child?
2009
Coral Gables News
Think Grandma Can't Get Arrested? Think Again.
Languages
Spanish