Michael Adam Haber

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Michael Adam Haber

also known as #HaberPA, Michael A. Haber, P.A.

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at North Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement, Domestic Violence

12555 Biscayne Boulevard, # 893, North Miami, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Michael

Biography

Creative, Tenacious and Zealous Criminal, DUI, BUI and Domestic Violence Defense, Crime Victim Rights and Seal & Expunge Advocacy since 1991. Free Consultations. At #HaberPA "it's all about Reasonable Doubt"!

At #HaberPA "Its all about Reasonable Doubt"!

At #HaberPA "Its all about Reasonable Doubt"!

At #HaberPA "Its all about Reasonable Doubt"!

At #HaberPA "Its all about Reasonable Doubt"!

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

Michael A. Haber, Esq. has litigated criminal defense cases ranging from misdemeanors to murder since being licensed in both state court (1991) and in federal court (1993).

35 years

40%
DUI and DWI 40%

Michael A. Haber, Esq. has represented over 1,000 criminal traffic cases, including misdemeanor and felony DUI charges, including DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide cases.

35 years

40%
Domestic Violence 10%

Michael A. Haber, Esq. has represented both the criminally accused and has also regularly served as a victim's rights' advocate in domestic violence cases since 1991.

35 years

10%
Expungement 10%

Michael A. Haber, Esq. regularly assists folks in sealing and expungment cases, oftentimes for out-of-State clients who never need to appear in court. This process can be done remotely.

35 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Top Contributor
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Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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+ 12
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 34 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1991

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

#HaberPA

12555 Biscayne Boulevard, # 893, North Miami, FL, 33181

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Online Presence

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Michael Adam Haber's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

271 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 93 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Tori | January 24, 2025

Helpful and Knowledgeable

Mr. Haber dedicated his time to provide a highly informative and insightful response to my inquiry on Avvo. I sincerely appreciated the complimentary support he offered.

Michael Haber

Replied last January 24, 2025

Dear Tori, As an initial matter I want to "especially" thank you for your Client Review (which is #HaberPA's 260th here on AVVO). Why the "special" gratitude? What makes yours exceptional? (Note: These are neither rhetoric questions nor are they meant to diminish any of #HaberPA's other Client Reviews; rather it's simply an honest assessment after more than 41,000+questions answered on AVVO - 41,287 to be precise - & reflecting on my many interactions with Askers such as yourself.) However they may come to me (e.g. referral, the internet, etc.) most (meaning nearly all... likely 98-99%) of #HaberPA's AVVO Client Reviews are submitted by people who hired me to represent them & for whom I provided some legal service. Every now and then someone like you, a person who simply asked a question & received an answer, will take a moment to chime in & share their experience with the rest of the folks. This is rare, & it's even scarcer for the review to be positive, much less a 5-Star Review. Why (note: this question is also rhetoric...) you ask? Observing both that most things in life are neither necessarily "black or white" nor do many things necessarily fit into "cookie-cutter" categories, still in my AVVO experience there are essentially 3 types of "Askers", to wit: The overwhelming majority of Askers who make no comment one way or the other (e.g. they may agree or disagree, like or dislike, be pleased or angry with a given response to their question but in any event you'd never know it because there is no feedback, be it by way of the Asker commenting on a lawyer's response, by their sending an email, following up with a phone call or otherwise providing any indicia of their thought process), an unhealthy chunk (were I to guess then I'd speculate it to be in the 20% arena... yes it is likely that high) provide feedback (in one form or another) which is hostile & outright nasty even (note that a percentage of this faction are incessant & relentless in their baseless rage - it is "baseless" as the responses given are what they are, to wit: mere thoughts & views based upon limited, one-sided proffers without having a complete understanding of the situation & are therefore either blanket statements of the law, circumscribed, albeit educated, conjecture or a statement that the Asker should seek "real world" advise from a fully informed, local lawyer - & some of these unbalanced sorts go so far as to absurdly, inappropriately & maliciously author a negative review - be it on AVVO, Google or elsewhere - or even to file a Bar Complaint) & then there is the opposite end of the spectrum (where you fall) of those who are truly grateful that a professional (oftentimes one who charges $500+/hour) took the time to read, review & reply to their question pro bono (free of charge), whether there's follow-up conversation or not (note that I estimate this group to be far smaller than it's antithesis, roughly 10%, & that those who, like you, actually take the time to author a positive review are few & far between). With that extended explanation you had asked a question which I answered. As I always strive to do I addressed your concerns, provided the rules, pointed you to an on-point YouTube VideoFAQ, suggested a course of action & even outlined the language that, in my estimation & given your situation, I recommended that you should reduce to writing to protect yourself. I provided you with a direct pathway to deal with your predicament & that was followed by your considerately taking the time to author #HaberPA's 260th 5-Star Client Review. I have to tell you (and the all the folks who read this - with a special shout-out to & the heartfelt hope that the unbalanced, oftentimes unhinged and in any event "hostile" 20% are among those reading this unsolicited review) that what you did, your voluntary, unsolicited act, makes all the time spent (volunteered) worthwhile (including dealing with all too many irrational Askers). Gratefully, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by anonymous | November 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer!

I had an outstanding experience with Michael Haber and I couldn't be happier with the outcome of my case. After being stopped by FHP and issued a Notice to Appear for possession, I felt overwhelmed as it was my first time dealing with the legal system. Michael explained the entire process clearly and... provided me with options, prioritizing my goal of resolving the matter quickly and cost-effectively. He kept me updated every step of the way. All was done within weeks, He confirmed my eligibility for diversion and he managed to get the charges dismissed even before arraignment. Throughout the process, Michael was always available to answer my questions and provided exceptional service for a very reasonable fee. If you're looking for a responsive, knowledgeable, and professional attorney, I highly recommend Michael to represent you. His expertise and dedication made a stressful situation much easier to navigate.

Michael Haber

Replied last January 31, 2025

Dear Anonymous, I am elated that you chose to author #HaberPA's 259th 5-Star Client Review on AVVO "incognito" as I'm eager to share 3 detailed facts (to wit: informed choice, remote representation & early intervention) about your case with the folks & I couldn't've done so (not with any level of detail anyhow) had you ID'd yourself. That said let's get to it! INFORMED CHOICE: There are only a few ways that a Criminal Case can resolve (i.e. The State can "No Action" at Arraignment, the defense can levy a successful "Dispositive Pretrial Motion" - e.g. a Motion to Dismiss, Motion to Suppress or Motion for Statutory Immunity pursuant to Florida's Stand Your Ground Law - an agreed Plea Bargain can be brokered, Pretrial Diversion can be offered & successfully completed or the case can proceed to Verdict after either a Bench Trial or a Jury Trial) & it's incumbent on every Criminal Defense Lawyer to explain these options to potential clients. But, so as to offer responsible advise, a responsible Defense Lawyer must know the facts & circumstances, understand the State's case, identify the relative strengths & weaknesses, develop potential Defense Evidence, consider the various "free radicals" / variables in order to present viable paths & if asked then suggest the most prudent path to the Client in light of the Client's unique situation. In your case you reside in The 954 & were stopped by FHP in St. Lucie County for Speeding. The Trooper claimed to smell weed, ordered you out of the car, searched inside & located "leaf" marijuana, a grinder, a "vape pen" & rolling papers in a backpack which was in passenger seat area. The search of the car is at least arguably unlawful (some Florida Courts have held that humans are physically incapable of differentiating illegal THC from lawful hemp via smell & could find that what happened here was an illegal search & seizure, but other Courts look at it differently) & there was a definite legal question about the warrantless search of the backpack. We discussed these facts & you decided that the risks & costs associated with litigating a Motion to Suppress wasn't worth the ease & certainty of securing a dismissal via Diversion. Meantime I directed you to secure a Medical Marijuana Card (both because it's safer to use THC in The Sunshine State with a MMC & also as I expected that I could use it as a bargaining tool) & in the interim we kept our options open. REMOTE REPRESENTATION: Each Florida jurisdiction has it's own idiosyncrasies & as I don't routinely practice in St. Lucie County I'm unfamiliar with their proclivities. As such I suggested that if you wanted to litigate (as opposed to mitigate) then you'd likely be better served by hiring local counsel (who's familiar with the Judge, the Prosecutor & their policies and protocols), but you were adamant that you wanted PTD. As you had no priors & non-violent charges I was relatively sure that you'd qualify & so I opened a dialogue with the local State Attorney's Office, inquiring as to your eligibility & my ability to offer "remote representation". EARLY INTERVENTION: As you came to me within 24 hours of your Arrest (you were not taken into custody, rather you were given a PTA / Promise to Appear / Notice to Appear) I had a large window within which to maneuver, which gave us a strategic advantage (i.e. had you come to me with but a few days before Arraignment then we'd be playing defense instead of offense). It took just over 3 weeks for your file to be uploaded into the Clerk's system & for the State to open their file & during that window 2 critical things happened. First you in fact secured your MMC & second I learned both that you were PTD eligible & that we could navigate the process remotely. That said when I provided The State with your MMC they opted to file "No Information" / administratively dismiss your case (so you won quick, cheap & entirely). Thanks for the leap of faith & for your kind, nameless words. Fondly, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by anonymous | November 04, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Best lawyer to hire

I was in a very stressful situation at the airport and felt overwhelmed with anxiety, not knowing what to do or what the potential consequences would be. Thankfully, my brother recommended Mr. Michael, and I didn't hesitate for a second to hire him for my case. From the moment I reached out to him..., Mr. Michael took charge and guided me through the entire process with professionalism and care. His expertise and clear advice helped me navigate the situation smoothly, easing my worries every step of the way. I can't thank him enough for his hard work, dedication, and the peace of mind he provided during such a stressful time. Mr. Michael, your support truly made all the difference. This review doesn't fully capture my gratitude for everything you did. Thank you once again for your efforts and invaluable guidance!

Michael Haber

Replied last November 05, 2024

Dear Anonymous, Thank you very much for your kind words in the form of #HaberPA's 254th 5-Star Client Review on AVVO, & also thank you for having authored it anonymously (as that allows me to both opine as to the generic facts & circumstances of your case as well as to offer up relevant "Pro-Tips" for the folks)! While you were at the Airport with your sister an argument occurred between your sister and an airline employee. The dispute got loud & rapidly resulted in some degree of physicality between the 2 women. You tried to intervene on your sister's behalf, before you knew it Police had quickly inserted themselves into the ensuing melee & you wound up getting arrested for Resisting Arrest without Violence (more specifically your Arresting Officer alleged that "while attempting to place Defendant's sister into custody Defendant placed himself between me and his sister, obstructing my attempt to arrest her"). Naturally you had a different take (e.g. you were unaware of the Cops until they had both literally & physically manhandled you out of the way) but that didn't stop The PoPo from arresting both you & your sister (you for a Misdemeanor & your sister on Felony charges). Having had no prior involvement with the Criminal Justice System you were referred to me for representation (your sister had her own Criminal Defense Lawyer). After I reviewed your Arrest Report you & I engaged in a detailed conversation over the telephone, wherein we discussed the details of your case, your personal situation & your unique needs. This conversation enabled me to identify the possible legal pathways forward & you to select the one which best suited your interests, after which I quoted you a fair fee for the contemplated legal services & we each then went about our lives (me in defending you & you in carrying on with your daily activities without worry while I did my job). During the course of your case (which took less than 2 months from Arrest to Dismissal) I kept you fully informed, provided you with information & documents upon receipt & I was always available to you whenever you emailed, texted or called, either fielding your concerns in real time or within a short window thereafter, but in any event never leaving you hanging. Meantime you were an exemplary client, leaving me to do what I had to do on your behalf & asking relevant questions which staved off potential problems for both of us (e.g. before you planned an international trip, much less bought airline tickets, you asked me about your ability to do so, allowing me to prepare a legally sufficient motion, electronically file & serve it on all relevant parties, calendar it for hearing, litigate it & secure a Court Order which was intended to avoid any potential issue with your surety / bail bondsman & or with ICE upon your return to the U.S.). Far too many clients fail to ask before acting & either complicate their, my or both of our lives so, & for the benefit of folks, know that as your lawyer is your employee you can & should should both feel & be perfectly free to ask questions, seek guidance & expect professionalism & performance. As I was well aware of your Judge's tendencies & the Prosecutor's protocols (specifically that your Judge has Trial settings without "Status Hearings" / "Soundings", that the State almost always fails to tender discovery on time & that the State wouldn't be given any leeway / slack) we chose to demand Discovery & Trial & keep Diversion as a proverbial "Golden Parachute". Your case was set for Trial 58 days after your arrest & as predicted the State failed to provide discovery. I filed a Motion for State Continuance 5 days beforehand, appeared via Zoom (with you on standby but not online) & when your Arresting Officer wasn't online on time the Judge denied the State's request for an extension of time, forcing a "Nolle Pros" / Dismissal in your absence. Now we'll expunge the case & restore your good name. Congrats & thanks again! MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by Robert | September 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

We could not have asked for a more perfect resolution!!!

My son is a law student at U. of Miami. He is still on my auto insurance policy because he is in school. While stopped in front of a police car at a redlight in Miami, the officer used a scanner to randomly check my son's license plate. The state system erroneously indicated that he was an uninsured... driver and was driving with a suspended license, which nothing could be farther than the truth. Because the charges were for a misdemeanor crime, the officer could have arrested my son right then and there, but believed him when he assured the officer he was fully insured. I, myself, am a lawyer and understand that a matter like this, if not handled properly, could delay or inhibit my son being admitted to the Florida Bar. I was panicked! Attorney Michael Haber, my friend from law school, "saved the day." He easily and quickly analyzed the situation, and diligently and precisely performed everything he represented my son for and got all of the charges TOTALLY DISMISSED. He accomplished this through both his knowledge of criminal and traffic laws. In fact, he disposed the case against my son without my son even having to appear in court. Attorney Haber understood just how serious this was to me for my son. He told me exactly what to expect and was 100% "on the ball" getting from me the evidence he needed to win. He filed the appropriate paperwork with the court, attended the arraignment (again without my son) and got all of the charges thrown out exactly the way he told me it would turn out. Attorney Haber was my first choice to help my son. We both have son's the same age and he assured me he would treat this as if it was his son. What a relief! Attorney Haber is probably one of the brightest, sharpest other students I met in law school. And, now, HE IS A LAWYER's LAWYER"! Don't hire anyone else or you may very well come out withe the "short end of the stick.." Robert Fenster, Esq.

Michael Haber

Replied last September 16, 2024

Dear Rob, Thank you for your kind words in the form of #HaberPA's 251st 5-Star Client Review. I'd be remiss were I not to point out that your son, who's both a most responsible young man & thus a tribute to you & his Mom, submitted a prior (#249) 5-Star Client Review, & while he did so anonymously your (kind to me but perhaps not so considerate of your son) inadvertently called him out; but as he did nothing wrong, & in any event his were not the "charges of the century", I suppose that there's no harm & thus no foul. That said you & I met in 1988 as "1Ls" at "Harvard South Campus" (i.e. Nova University Law School) & we've been friends for 35+ years. After law school you moved to central Florida & started a lucrative PI / Personal Injury practice whereas I remained in SoFlo (specifically in The 305) plying my trade as a Criminal Defense Litigator. While we don't get to see one another nearly often enough we've maintained contact & our friendship has blossomed into one which incorporates mutual professional admiration & respect. As I'm sure is the situation whenever a PI client entrusts you with her/his case (& therefore possibly her/his economic future), so too is it a source of pride each time that a client bestows upon me their confidence by affording me the privilege of being responsible for their liberty. That said this holds especially true whenever a parent effectively gives me "custody" over their child's liberty, & even more so when that parent happens to be an attorney. It goes without saying to you but is important for the benefit of the folks who read this to know that it's far easier for a lawyer to locate another lawyer for representation (be it for themselves, a loved one or a client) than it is for civilians, many (if not most) of whom have no base of knowledge from which to select the right attorney. Personal recommendations are always both a welcomed & valued referral source, but back in the day when you & I began our respective professional journeys the most common method for locating a lawyer was to literally "let your fingers do the walking" & peruse the "Yellow Pages". Nowadays the physical aspect has tracked technology & evolved into "type your query, click your mouse & let your eyes peruse the pay-for-click Google hits", which is a far more perilous path than the extinct Yellow Pages. This is so as while legit, honest, ethical, diligent lawyers exist in the digital universe in order to find them you have to parry your way through a relentless stream of phony, manufactured, "would-be" choices, particularly those who either possess tech-talent sufficient to create the persona that they wish to be seen (like a modern day Wizard of Oz) or those who are slick enough to hire some tech-savvy miscreant who'll paint the picture on the lawyer's behalf. In this light that's a main reason why reviews like yours (& your son's) are so meaningful (to wit: They convey to potential clients real world experiences, impressions & valuations which can be considered & factored into the hiring calculus). I suppose that some venal lawyers post "scam" reviews (in fact & without naming names I know for certain that some are that unscrupulous) but anyone who reads enough of a given lawyer's Client Reviews will likely see for themselves which are genuine & which are, well, BS. Before I finish I want to add one more thing: As a lawyer you were absolutely correct to recognize that even an innocent, trivial matter like your son's comes with what we in the Criminal Defense industry refer to as "collateral consequences" (i.e. a "Scarlett Letter"), & that especially when it comes to matters such as professional licensing (be it with The Florida Bar or elsewhere) the "ripple effects" can be damning, ergo the need for competent & comprehensive representation. Here you entrusted me to do right by your son & I couldn't be prouder than to have been chosen & to have performed as expected. Ty again Counselor. All the best! MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Reliable, knowledgeable, compassionate, professional Lawyer

I was lucky for being referred to Mr. Haber from the beginning of my defense. The first time we met, it was all about trust, especially in those dark moments of life, when I did not clearly know what was happening to me and how I could get back to normal life. Mr. Haber truly explained things with co...nfidence and at my level of understanding. “Sometimes it’s just like being in a rip current without the need to swim against waves” he well said with a confidence in his plans for defense while I was very worried and stressed at first. Soon I realized my case was in good hands when Mr. Haber was working on it. His reassurance despite the uphill battle was huge and his connection in any steps was a relief. Mr. Haber is approachable and professional. Now by describing the post dismissed case status as a glorious moment, I know a reliable, knowledgeable, and compassionate, professional lawyer, and just like how a patient cured from cancer goes back to their doctor, I go back to him if needed. There are no worries though unless and until the cancer comes back. And even then, Mr. Haber is determined to have solutions for success. As always, he does not leave his clients alone in these stressful moments of life. The best way I can describe a case of a wrongful accusation, being dismissed at hearing is like how a patient that has suffered from cancer and uncertainties around cure and treatments receives the brilliant news of a complete remission. It’s like that moment of life when doctors hear: “You mean I’m cured of an evil cancer? It’s gone?” This is a feeling you cannot easily describe due to being overwhelmed with happiness pursued by fear. The happiness for the success to prove innocence in a position of defense when in reality, I was the victim of a manipulative person. The pursuant fear is like a potential relapse in the mind of a patient that has just recovered from cancer after some inevitably damaging and curing chemotherapy. The fear of continuous harm and reputation damage by this person could be very devastating. We sometimes compare doctors to angels when recovered from a serious illness. But I think lawyers like Mr. Haber who go above and beyond are incomparable to angel or doctors because they can even save doctors when no other doctor can do so. Bottom line, In the darkness and despair when you may wish time would go back, it may be enough for a client to pursue the lights shed on their case by a great lawyer as Mr. Haber, which is the key to go back to a normal life.

Michael Haber

Replied last September 10, 2024

Dear Anonymous, I can't thank you enough for your amazing review. As I know that you're literally in "the cancer profession", as you (Mr. / Ms. / Mrs. / Dr.?) are Anonymous & in light of your references to cancer / oncology I'll share what I believe to be a few relevant, interesting anecdotes with the folks. First, many of my would be (& actual) clients either have a preexisting or acquire a base of knowledge about their own legal situation by the time that we first speak. While most understand the limitations of what they either know or think that they know, there are "The Others" (shout out to "Lost") who believe that they either know "better" or more than I, & when that happens it's nothing shy of maddening. The silver-lining to that is that I've both come to recognize & apply this to myself, so, for instance, when I recently consulted an orthopedic surgeon about incessant shoulder pain my research allowed me to both follow much of our discussion & to ask relevant questions without overstepping & effectively being "Dr. Haber" who got his M.D. from "Internet U". That said in discussions with potential clients I often "use" doctors, albeit usually referring to myself as a "would-be Facebook / Internet Doctor" as I imply that while it's a good thing to do research & know something about your own situation there's a solid basis for the adage that "a little knowledge is a dangerous thing" (i.e. regardless of how diligently I may study my own medical concerns in no way does that license me as a doctor). Second, & in a very real legal-to-medical sense, Criminal Defense Lawyers are basically "legal oncologists", proverbially being akin to doctors with specialized training in diagnosing and treating "legal cancer"; & it's not a stretch to make a legit analogy of Criminal Prosecution to Cancer (i.e. both can be a "death sentence", albeit one, mine, usually only in a figurative sense). The point is that precisely like oncologists no one in their right mind wants to "need" to retain Criminal Defense Counsel; rather it's almost always done both in reaction to (as opposed to proactively) & out of a Darwin-esque sense of self-preservation & necessity. Finally, noting that some are "better" at it than others, very much like doctors, lawyers (at least those who actually care about the client & the cause) must develop a "bedside manner", & this takes us to your situation. Not only was this incident you first interaction with the criminal process but, being foreign born, raised & only recently admitted to the US (on a student Visa as a medical researcher) you were also culturally unaware of the nuances of dealing with Police. Thus, after you were physically abused by your ex-boyfriend (who went & filed a police report against you the following day, likely because he feared you doing so first) & the Cops showed up asking questions, rather than explaining to them what had happened (i.e. that you were attacked & acted in self-defense) you chose to clam-up & say nothing, just as you'd've had this occurred in your native Middle Eastern Country, given the cultural & misogynist nature existing there. Naturally the Police Officers who responded to your home had no way to know any of that, you didn't tell them & so they did what they thought was appropriate given the complaint & your lack of any defense thereto. Fortunately you were able to provide me with a great deal of information, not only about you & your mind-set but also about your ex & his mentality (including many social media posts, text messages & other undeniable facts which all but proved that he was a sadistic troglodyte), which I was then able to proffer to your Prosecutor, wield to your advantage & use to ultimately secure a "No Action" / Dismissal at your Arraignment (even over your ex's insistence that he wanted you prosecuted). Not to be an ingrate but, like Gregg Allman "I'm no Angel"; still I care & I'm elated to know that it shows. Wishing you all of the best! MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

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Edward Martinez

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. I first met Mike about 20 years ago when I was a Special Prosecutor in the Narcotics Unit at the Miami Dade State Attorney's Office. He was and still is a hard working and knowledgable attorney, who fought for his client then and still does today. He has always been honest, fair and ethical. He is always fighting to achieve the best possible results for his clients. When I left the Miami Dade State Attorney's Office to start my private practice, I maintained my relationship with him and he and I would consult each other on some of our individual cases. He is a wealth of information and our friendship has grown over the years. Currently we co-host a podcast on Mondays at 2p.m. on Miami's Community Newspapers on Facebook Live titled "At Your Service with Haber and Martinez.""

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Alexander Smith-Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Haber in my opinion is an attorney that is truly for the people. I have followed him for a few years now, and remain inestimably impressed with both the amount of knowledge he has in criminal law and also the amount of knowledge he gives to anyone in need of legal guidance. Attorney Haber has a way of breaking down complex legal concepts into very understandable pieces that can be easily digested by someone not so familiar with legal phrases and wording. To have the career he has and the number of years he has dedicated to this craft and still be willing to help out the community at large at a second's notice is what I feel makes him a continual asset and resource to both the legal community and the state of Florida."

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John Nohlgren

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mike Haber. He is a knowledgeable, zealous attorney with decades of experience helping his clients. His answers on this platform showcase his wealth and breadth of legal knowledge, as well as his direct and sound advice. Although we practice in different areas of the state, I have spoken to Mike at length about his practice. After having done so, I am confident that Mike is a lawyer you want on your side in the courtroom. When hiring a lawyer, be sure that lawyer has the experience, knowledge, and skills necessary to effectively defend your case. If you are worried about a crime, know that Mike is one of those lawyers."

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Julio Torrente

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Haber is a brilliant legal mind and respected by his peers. I have had the pleasure of co-answering many legal questions on the Avvo platform and Mr. Haber always has an insightful answer to share. I would not hesitate to count on Mr. Haber!"

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Rory Safir

Criminal defense lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have consistently seen Michael providing detailed and thoughtful responses to the many questions that pop-up in the Q&A section on Avvo. I have no doubt that he provides his clients with the same great legal advice."

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Bryan Owens

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply put, Attorney Haber knows criminal defense. He is familiar with criminal statutes, the case law and criminal procedure. But what sets Attorney Haber apart is his mastery of strategy. Make no mistake, you are in excellent hands with Attorney Haber defending you. I fully recommend him."

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Jason Downs

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"It has been my pleasure to work with Mr. Haber in the Avvo forums answering legal questions. Mr. Haber always has a grasp for the client's needs and his vast knowledge and experience lend to his ability to offer sound legal advice. After reviewing his astute legal guides, I was even further impressed. It is my pleasure to endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Gray

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A shark. I'd recommend Mr Haber to my family if they needed criminal defense, without a doubt. Highly experienced and well recommended."

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Jeffrey Snyder

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Robert Spencer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Black

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Haber is a skilled and experienced lawyer whose legal expertise is displayed through every answer he has written on Avvo and through the awards he has earned for his legal work. The reviews he has received reveal his dedication to applying his talents to the betterment of the lives of his clients. He is an asset to our profession, and it is my pleasure to endorse him. If either myself or any family member were arrested, the first call I would make would be to Michael."

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Michael Stover

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Other

"Attorney Haber and I met when I noticed that there was one attorney on Avvo that always answered the criminal law questions that come out first. I have reviewed hundreds of analyses by attorney Haber from injunctions to bond issues, and everything in-between. There is no attorney with a better conceptual understanding of the law and promptness in its truest form."

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Michelle Merson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael Haber is an excellent choice as an attorney. I would hire him in a minute!!"

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Ashley Puro

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Haber possesses the knowledge, expertise and dedication to help his client's navigate through the criminal justice system."

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Matthew Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Haber is an incredibly skilled criminal defense attorney. I am constantly amazed at the depth and breadth of his criminal defense knowledge. One needs to look no further than his Avvo guides and YouTube info videos to see that Mr. Haber is able to boil complex legal issues into terms that non-attorneys can understand. This rare and important skill allows Mr. Haber to more effectively communicate with juries to deliver favorable results for his clients. If I, or someone I cared about, was ever in trouble in the Dade County area, I would not hesitate to seek out Mr. Haber for representation."

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Catherine Drees

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely knowledgeable about all areas of criminal defense. When other attorneys do not know how to resolve an issue, Mr. Haber always does . His clients love his aggressive demeanor that surely puts the Assistant State Attorneys he works with at a disadvantage. This area of law is constantly changing and you can bet Mr. Haber keeps up with all of the changes. I can't think of another lawyer I would recommend for criminal defense in Florida."

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Peter Schiaroli

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jaime Halscott

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Haber has shown consistent mastery of criminal defense topics and is an asset to the community."

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Matthew Kindel

Criminal defense lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Haber is always willing to provide advice to both lawyer and clients alike. His answers are straightforward and pragmatic. Since I don't practice in the Miami area, Michael is an attorney that I would refer clients to without hesitation. I strongly endorse him."

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Joseph Nohavicka

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Extremely knowledgeable and generous with his free advice to the community. I look forward to reading his responses to community questions. Never disappointed."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2020

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2019

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2019

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2018

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2018

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2017

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, Avvo

2017

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2016

Superb 10.0 5 Star Rated, Avvo

2016

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2015

Superb 10.0 5 Star Rating, AVVO.com

2015

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2014

Superb 10.0 5 Star Rating, AVVO.com

2014

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2013

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2012

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2011

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2010

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2009

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2008

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2007

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

Work Experience

2017 - 2018

Pres., #HaberPA

1991 - 2018

Pres., Law Offices of Michael A. Haber, P.A.

Associations

2017 - Present

AVVO

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Statewide)

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Miami chapter)

Life member

Education

N/A

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

law

Speaking Engagements

2024

2024

2023

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 80: Shooting the Sh*t about Shooting and Sh*t

2023

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 78: How a Routine Traffic Stop can go Fatally Bad...

2023

2022

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 54: "Rule 3 / 3.850 & Stand Your Ground / SYG Hearings"

2022

2022

2022

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 34 - "#Jails & #Prisons: Boons, Banes & Bypasses"

2022

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 33 - "Okay, it's a Hearing but who's this Arthur guy?"

2022

2021

2021

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 23 - "Crim. Pro. 101, for reals"

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 17 - War Stories / Tales of Criminal Defense Counsel

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 12, 4th Amendment Part 2 - Arrests / Seizures

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 11, Forensic Psychology with Dr. Michael P. Brannon

2021

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 8, #HaberPA's Top 10 VideoFAQ Questions Addressed

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 7, Stand your Ground from a Real World Survivor

2021

At Your Service with Haber and Martinez AYS # 4, Criminal Defense & Investigations w/ Carlos Fuentes

2021

At Your Service with Haber & Martinez AYS # 02 - Pot, Probation and Pro Tips

2021

At Your Service with Haber & Martinez AYS # 03 - Lawyers, Guns & Money w/ Arnold the FFL

2021

At Your Service with Haber & Martinez AYS # 15 - Court, CoVid & Continuances

2021

At Your Service with Haber & Martinez AYS # 13, Bail, Bond & PreTrial Release with Russ Walters

2020

Publications

2016

2016

2016

2016

2016

2015

2015

2015

2015

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2015

2015

2015

2015

2015

2015

2013

CNBC - American Greed Mad Money

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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Michael earned significant contribution points in 2026.

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