Michael Adam Haber

PRO

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

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2026 2025 2024
...
+ 11
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
...
+ 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

criminallaw.com/lawyer/michael-a-haber

Online Presence

Other places you can find Michael online.

Michael Adam Haber's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

271 Client Reviews

Showing 26 - 30 of 271 reviews

Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Boutique Lawfirm - true empathy and attention to every detail! Doesn’t miss a beat!

Mr. Haber stepped in at a point where I had spent the whole of 2022 and 2023 waiting for justice and freedom to move on from a case where I was the victim. He made sure my case as a victim was resolved at my satisfaction whilst simultaneously helping resolve a case where I was the defendant... I a...m eternally grateful to this man who treated me with respect and like a sister at a time when previous lawyer and prosecution had failed me as a victim. I believe the prosecution succeeded in showing me how weak the US criminal justice system is in this case and how pointless it can be to seek justice post crime. Prosecution takes long and is painful unless you report a crime fresh - and many women do not do this. I had been deserted by my previous lawyer that had, amongst other mistakes, missed emails from prosecution but did a great job getting an arrest made of the perpetrator initially. Beyond the arrest I was asked for money by previous lawyer to help with case post-arrest but was never represented after an arrest had been made; as technically victims do not need representation. This had been misleading and left me completely alone in the process, where I still wanted insight and support in understanding the process. I have no family in US and was alone at the time. It was at that point Michael Haber stepped in and made miracles happen. He helped explain what had happened to the case and where it was going, and ending. He explained every question mark I had been walking around with that previous lawyer and prosecution had refused to help me with as they treated me, the victim, as a burden. Lastly, in the midst of this chaotic case my mental health deteriorated and I managed to get myself an arrest whilst driving with a larger amount of cannabis from Miami to Key west, whilst only speeding few miles over speed limit. Michael agreed to take on my new felony case where I was the defendant. Mind you, I don't have a record anywhere in the world and was only distraught and attracting problems. MR HABER stepped in a made sure I was always well-informed of all dangers in my case and how to get it resolved, dismissed or simply moving forward towards right direction. I followed all his prompts and he managed to get it dismissed within a few months. Within that time-frame I never felt alone in the process. I still cannot believe the level of boutique legal help and quality at the competitive price. I will never use anyone else than MR HABER DUE TO HIS PROFESSIONALISM, HIS HONESTY AND HIS SUPERIOR EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE. Thanks a million MR HABER A simple review doesn't reflect how amazing he is. Changed my life!

Michael Haber

Replied last July 16, 2024

Dear Anonymous, Thank you for your fantastic & generous words in the form of #HaberPA's 246th AVVO Client Review! You provided me with an opportunity to speak to the folks about how #HaberPA can serve not only in our traditional role as Criminal Defense Lawyer but also a a Victim Rights Advocate / VRA. As to the latter, per "Marsy's Law", a/k/a "The Florida Crime Victims' Bill of Rights", both constitutionally (s. 16, Art. I of the Florida's State Constitution) & by statute (see: Chapter 960 Florida Statutes) in Florida Crime Victims enjoy a bevvy of rights. The law empowering crime victims came into effect after Marsalee (Marsy) Ann Nicholas, then 21, had been stalked & murdered by her ex boyfriend in CA, triggering nationwide attention & a call to action. More specifically, 1 week after her murder & while on their way home from the funeral service, Marsy’s family stopped at a local supermarket & while in the checkout line Marsy’s mother was confronted by her daughter’s murderer. Marsy's mother, Marcella, was utterly shocked as she hadn't received any notification from either the Court or the State Attorney that her daughter's killer had been released on Bail just a few days after his booking. Marsy's Law protections vary from State to State but, & sans diving too deeply into it, suffice it to say that here in Florida Marsy's Law effectively “giv[es crime] victims constitutional standing equal to that of the accused and convicted.” That observed, when #HaberPA is retained to serve as a VRA we do so with the same tenacity, zealously & comprehensive care and concern for the victim as we do for the accused in our more traditional role as Criminal Defense Counsel. In your case, while you were initially pleased with your first VRA after a while you felt that his commitment had waned, your were entirely certain that the Assistant State Attorney was not advocating on your behalf & you essentially felt both abandoned & helpless. Your passion for justice led you to seek new counsel, your research led you to #HaberPA, your impression after reading many of our Client Reviews led you to retain me & I happily took over. I will close this aspect of my response by stating that my heart is swollen with pride because of your selflessly telling others that "I am eternally grateful to this man who treated me with respect and like a sister at a time when previous lawyer and prosecution had failed me as a victim." I simply can't imagine anyone penning more meaningful, wonderful words. As to "Act 2" of your saga & as you are Anonymous I can go into some detail. You were stopped for speeding in The Florida Keys (a proverbial capital offense down there, especially as you were in a "Key Deer" area) & upon smelling marijuana a search of your vehicle turned up a felony amount of plant and gummy based THC as well as paraphernalia. You were taken into custody, given both Felony and Misdemeanor Possession charges and detained overnight until your Initial Appearance and Bond Hearing. Because we already had a relationship you contacted me upon release (pro-tip for the folks: you wisely used "your phone call" to contact someone to post bond) & I quickly mapped out and put into place a plan to quash everything. I immediately contacted the Felony Prosecutor & agreed to Waive your Speedy Trial right so as to afford you sufficient time to secure a Medical Marijuana Card / MMC, upon which the State agreed to abandon the felony and instead file a misdemeanor for which you'd be eligible for Diversion / PTI / PTD. Once I provided the State with proof of your MMC they honored their agreement, filed the MM charge at your belated Arraignment (you were never charged with a felony) & agreed to Pretrial Diversion. You successfully completed, we're in the Expungement process now &, amazingly, I got your speeding ticket dismissed. With all of that said, I thank you once again for your astonishing & touching Client Review & wish you the best! Fondly, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by Alexander Ripa | June 17, 2024 | Criminal Defense

Honest and knowledgeable attorney

In 2020, at age 17, I was pulled over and cited for Running a Stop Sign (an infraction) and Knowingly Driving on a Suspended License (a criminal traffic offense). I was going through a rough time and failed to deal with the citations in a time, a Bench Warrant and a Driver License suspension were i...ssued by the Court. i moved out of Miami and attempted to deal with the issue by myself by getting the criminal traffic case reset for Court and paying the infraction. By paying the infraction i was convicted and received points and, unfortunately, when i once again failed to appear on the DWLS case another Warrant issued. Now in 2024 I became a more mature and responsible young man who wanted to clear my name and secure a valid license, I wisely went to my father for help. my dad knew Mike and called and asked me to help me. Mike then researched the procedural history of your case and immediately filed a Motion to Set-Aside the Bench Warrant. Within a matter of a few days that was accomplished. the warrant was vacated) and Mike secured a 60 day extension of time so as to afford me an opportunity to secure a valid Driver License. Mike, then filed a Motion to Vacate the Conviction in the infraction case (so as to remove the points from my driver history) , provide you with the information that i needed to secure a valid DL and tasked me with doping the same, which i accomplished in a matter of about 2 weeks time. Once i provided Mike with my valid DL Mike filed a Notice of Compliance and set the matter for hearing. Before hearing on the criminal traffic case occurred the infraction Motion was heard, successfully litigated and the points were removed from my record. Today the criminal traffic case was heard and the State dismissed the charge, leaving me and your driver history righteous and giving me a new start without a criminal record. Mike is very honest and caring he is 10/10 recommended by myself. Thank you Mike !!!

Michael Haber

Replied last June 17, 2024

Dear Alex, Thank you very much for your detailed, procedurally spot-on analysis & gratuitous mea culpa (in the form of #HaberPA's 245th Client Review on AVVO). As you've given the folks more information about your case than I would have chosen to do (which is your privilege, literally, not mine - as, knowing that you chose to identify yourself, absent your express permission I would be bound by attorney-client privilege to maintain confidentiality & I would thus have been limited in what I could have disclosed) rather than expounding on the facts and circumstances of your case instead I'll focus on the learning opportunities that your case presents to the folks (& there are several). I suppose the most logical starting point would be to observe that sh*t happens in life (aside alert: contrary to Hollywood legend Forrest Gump didn't invent that phrase during his cross country run in 1979, upon which he embarked after Jenny had exploited him for sexual favors & then left him in the wee hours of the morning) & how we choose to deal with that sh*t can sometimes be more important than the sh*t itself. Here, had you 'fessed up to Pops & asked for his help upon receiving the citations (1 of which was an infraction with a worst case scenario of points being assessed to your DL but the other was a Criminal Traffic offense which carried not only the possibility of Jail time, Probation and Fines, but, far more importantly, & most especially for young people who are just embarking on the fantastic journey called "life" but really for anyone, a permanent Criminal Conviction and Scarlet Letter on your non-erasable Driver Record) then while you may have gotten a well-earned chiding what you would have avoided was a Warrant (or in your case 2 Warrants), points or the concurrent & inconvenience aggravation of having to deal with this mess years after-the-fact & amidst a time crunch. (Second aside alert: You're lucky that you got to deal with the Warrant on your terms because you could have just as easily been taken into custody, thrown in a cage and had to face a Judge in another County with Extradition as a possibility, & please believe me when I say that that would've seriously sucked.) Next, your father directed you to someone (me) who knew the procedural hurdles like the palm of his (my) hand, & that knowledge is what allowed me to assist you in a rapid, precise & flawless fashion. Again I ask for a leap of faith in believing me when I say that the only thing that blows more than screwing up your own situation is hiring "the wrong guy / gal" (i.e. paying someone who screws things up in your stead). Following that last point & as Jack Reacher sagely says: "Details matter!" It'd (generously) be arrogant, haughty, pompous & pretentious of me were I to fail to point out that "but for" your paying meticulous attention to my many instructions (which is painfully obvious to anyone who reads your Client Review as it pretty much tracks everything, soup to nuts) all of it would've been for naught. You could've easily blown off any or all of my directives, tried to cut corners or take shortcuts but you didn't; instead you diligently, faithfully & perfectly treated my mandates with the respect that they deserved. Some might attribute that to Darwinism but I attribute that to humility & maturity, which are 2 characteristics that any young person must develop should they want a happy, productive life & to be a responsible member of society. Finally I'd be remiss were I not to point out that while some things in life are inexcusable & incapable of being fixed far more things are forgivable & repairable if ("if") you have the guts to face & tackle them head on. While I wish that you'd've done so immediately the way things shook out you learned a valuable life lesson, & in hindsight you managed to do so at little personal cost. I know that your Dad is proud of you & for what it's worth so too am I. Wishing you all the best Kiddo. Fondly, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by Mardoche | June 15, 2024 | Criminal Defense

Criminal citation

My experience with Mr.Haber was incredible definitely has the time and patience to deal with his clients if you want an attorney that will do things the Right way, Mr. Haber is the guy for that job the whole entire process went very smooth. I’m glad I chose Mr. Haber as my criminal attorney.

Michael Haber

Replied last June 15, 2024

Hello Mardoche, Thank you for your kind Client Review (#HaberPA's 244th on AVVO). Although you used your first name your surname is unknown, per the SSA there were 13,260 babies given that name in the US in 2022 (I didn't dig deeper as that's anonymous enough for me) & so I'm comfortable in sharing some of the facts & circumstances of your case with the folks. Like many in today's America you tried to supplement your income by purchasing a vehicle from a friend (a used car dealer who had bought it from an auction), cleaning it up and flipping it for a profit. Having no clue about the rules you relied upon your pal for advise, &, unfortunately, that advise sucked as you wound up getting cited for driving an unregistered car with an improper tag & sans insurance (2 criminal traffic offenses and 1 infraction). As you reached out to me within 48 hours of your arrest I knew that it'd be approximately 30 days before your Arraignment (i.e. a hearing which marks the formal commencement - or dismissal - of the criminal process & where a Prosecutor either formally files charges or opts to dismiss / "No Action" the case). Given your charges we had a nice window within which to take proactive action. With that backdrop, & as you promptly provided me with your Arrest Affidavit, I was able to rapidly digest it, we spoke, you offered me your take & I then mapped out a pathway for you to earn a flat out dismissal (noting that this avenue required you to accomplish a series of tasks which I had outlined, none of which were particularly complicated but each of which took significant time & effort on your behalf). To your credit you followed my instructions both to the letter & in a timely fashion, allowing me to file a "Notice of Compliance" together with my Notice of Appearance, your Not Guilty Plea & our demands for Trial & Discovery. Shortly thereafter I appeared at your Arraignment (at my instruction you didn't have to attend), where I highlighted the previously filed proof of compliance & secured a Dismissal of all 3 citations. During the interim period (i.e. the time wherein I had tasked you with accomplishing a bevvy of chores) you had many questions &, accordingly, we had much communication. Over the course of about 2 weeks you & I spoke over the phone & texted, as well as exchanged multiple emails, all of which were either fielded in real time or in very short order (note that I'm quite comfortable in proffering to the folks that I never kept you waiting, that I consistently made myself available, was both prompt & precise &, perhaps more importantly to the the folks not to you - this is an integral ingredient of #HaberPA's proverbial mission statement, to wit: to be easily reachable by phone, email or the internet, to engage in open, honest, direct & frequent communication, to be readily accessible, to never leave the Client waiting in purgatory for her / his lawyer to field questions, to alleviate stress & to demonstrate that we've adopted our Clients' interests as our own) & in that regard I am proud. Again, given both the relatively uncomplicated nature of your case (but noting that 1 man's misdemeanor is another man's murder case) & your extraordinary cooperation with my instructions, I'm also proud of the net result, but I'd be remiss were I not to (for the 3rd time I believe) give you accolades & props for being a literal bellwether of a client (i.e. a premier example of a stellar client) without whom I could not have possible been successful & thus earned your kind words in the form of this Client Review. That said, I once again thank you, congratulate you, wish you the best moving forward & remind you that now that our business is concluded you are no longer a client; rather, & not unlike a caterpillar who transforms into a butterfly, you've now morphed into a friend who's most welcome into the #HaberPA family. Thank you again Mardoche. Wishing you the best! Fondly, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA (where "it's all about #ReasonableDoubt!")

Posted by anonymous | May 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

A wonderful lawyer who gives the best service at the best price

was arrested for DUI and needed to find a lawyer. I found many lawyers on the internet and talked to some on the phone. Some of these conversations were short and some were long, but no one gave me the confidence I wanted until I found Michael Haber, the lawyer with the most reviews and the best thin...gs written about him. We talked on the phone for about 75 minutes and at the end of the conversation I knew he was my lawyer. Mr. Michael explained the events, processes, facts and possible events in an understandable, simple and beautiful language. He talked about facts instead of selling me dreams. He avoided exaggeration. He spoke decisively, confidently and clearly. He drew me a great road map in the fastest way and we set off immediately. Mr. Michael told me: "Just do what I say, stay calm and don't be afraid, I will take care of the rest". But I was worried & scared because my license was suspended and I only had 5-6 days to get all my documents ready and apply to MiamiBAR.  Mr. Michael understood the Hardship license was vital for me and he worked over the weekend to get it done, with my documents ready by Sunday evening. Early Monday morning he sent my file to MiamiBAR and started the process. He gave me tasks to do, like enrolling in a DUI school. He explained what I had to do in the clearest, most detailed and precise ways. I am a very anxious and panicky person. I make a big deal out of problems and obsess over it but Mr. Michael managed my situation very well. I got my BPO license in about a week. Later on he received and analyzed the police reports and the BWC. He sent them to me and I reviewed them and then he discussed the matter in detail with me and my immigration lawyer, explaining it to both of us in detail. We evaluated the possibilities and risks & then together we chose the path that made the most sense and was right for me. When Mr. Michael advised me he never thought about his own interests or the money he could make. He only thought about my interests and well-being. This is one of the biggest features that distinguishes him from other lawyers. Mr. Michael was punctual and knew his job well so he concluded the case in about 1.5 months and with a reasonable result. I am grateful to him for all he did and can not thank him enough for all his help and support. I am sure that I would have been in a much more trouble if I had not met him. There are so many positive things to say, but the most prominent are his accessibility, punctuality, speed, diligence and patience. He was at all times available to me by phone & email and never leaving me hanging. He always promptly replied and was available to me, even on nights and weekends. During the time we worked together I sent many long e-mails to Mr. Michael asking questions and expressing concerns. He answered every single one in detail without getting impatient. Even on weekends I received answers in a surprisingly short time (15 minutes to 2 hours). I received answers at 7-9am for e-mails I sent at 3-4am and the answers I received were descriptive, detailed, complete and covered all my questions. Mr. Michael's performance was extraordinary. Mr. Michael taught me how to get the best service at the best price. He made me say countless times during this fearful, anxious and uncertain DUI process "wow, what a lawyer. What lawyers there are in the world!!!”. And after such a troubling and difficult process, I can wholeheartedly admit the following truth: Michael Adam Haber is a legend who wrote the book on DUI law. He is more than a DUI lawyer. Of course, my problem was DUI, so I talked about just this subject. But when I think of Mr. Michael as a lawyer in general, he is out of this world as a lawyer. He is giving you more and more and more than you pay him. (PS: Honestly, there are so many positive things to write a book about the great service I received from Mr. Michael, but the lines are limited and if I write a little longer, the site will not accept)

Michael Haber

Replied last May 13, 2024

Dear Anonymous, Yours (which is #HaberPA's 243rd Client Review on AVVO) is now one of my hands-down favorite explanations by a client as to why I was hired & how I performed as an "advisor, advocate, negotiator & evaluator" (those being the "roles" delineated by The Florida Bar as to "A Lawyer's Responsibilities" in the Preamble to Chapter 4 of the Rules of Professional Conduct) on your behalf. Noting that you've perhaps provided the folks with the best, most heartfelt explanation that I could've ever imagined, still I'll chime in, point by point, as best I can, although recognizing that I won't compare to your categorical & civilian, real-world analysis. When I answer a cold-call from a potential client I explain that before we discuss the case I need, at a minimum, to review the Probable Cause / Arrest Affidavit (that way I know the client's "worst case scenario" before I hear the accused's version of events). Once I've digested the Arresting Officer's justification then I eagerly listen to the potential client, asking relevant questions with a design to identify possibilities & probabilities, offer options & suggestions &, of course, to be able to quote a fair fee for anticipated services. I'm not the least bit surprised that other lawyers with whom you spoke didn't offer that sort of time, effort & analysis; in fact one could argue that I count on my colleagues being short, terse & "blowing sunshine" (as opposed to my approach, i.e. taking a "leap of faith", calculating that my taking the time & offering honest analysis is well worth the while). In fact I'm so certain that most - not all but the far larger percent - of my colleagues will be short, pithy & unrealistically rosy that I encourage potential clients to speak with other lawyers before making a hiring decision. That said, once I'm hired it's "game on", & in DUI cases (yours was an accident with both property damage & injuries, albeit minor injuries) that includes expediting services in light of the unavoidable & imminent DMV component. In fairness to me (& given the rare exception where I believe that intentional delay is a sage tactic), I don't dilly-dally in any aspect of any case, instead opting to operate with a "SOP" of preferring to work quickly so as to try to simultaneously catch the State off guard & to get the client closure sooner as opposed to later; but in your case (given the DL suspension, your need to drive & the brief window within which to act) a rapid response was absolutely necessary & so it pressingly came to pass. This mentality (of getting things done, stat) pervades all aspects of #HaberPA's representation, which is why I do my absolute best to field client's calls, texts & emails as close to immediately as is humanly possible. While I enjoy my life as best I can I also empathize with my clients, who themselves need answers, guidance, information & feedback in real time, & so I also do my best to be accessible, available & responsive. After 32+ years in this industry I've leaned many things but perhaps the most fundamental is that each case & each client is sentient, unique & must be addressed & treated accordingly. Having inquired about your legal status in the US I knew that immigration concerns existed & when you advised that you had an immigration lawyer I suggested a waiver of confidentiality such that I could bring her into the loop & thus ensure comprehensive action with regard to both criminal & immigration concerns, without compromising one at the other's expense. I won't presume to either consider myself to be "a legend" or to have written "the book on DUI law" (although anyone who follows #HaberPA's #PSAOfTheDay on Facebook, X, YouTube & MeWe might disagree, arguing that I author a "book du jour") but I will both gratefully accept your perception of me as such & defer to your impression as you explain it to others. Thank you again for your sincere & kind words; they truly mean the world to me. Most gratefully, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding legal representation

Can’t thank Michael enough in representing me and providing outstanding guidance and outcome on a minor but very serious matter. From the first call, Michael came up with a strategy to ease any further actions against me and ultimately fought strategically to get the case handled in a manner that bot...h myself and the courts felt was fair. Again, I couldn’t have gotten these results without Michael’s help, so if you are facing charges and want to make sure that you get the best representation, hire the best in town MIcheal aka “Sharkie”. Thanks Michael!

Michael Haber

Replied last May 10, 2024

Dear Anonymous, Thank you for your kind words (in the form of #HaberPA's 242nd Client Review on AVVO). Yours comes on the heels of your wife's review & as I prophesized when replying to her (to wit: that I'd wait until you chimed in, hopefully anonymously), I can now discuss the facts & circumstances so that the folks will understand the pitfalls we had to traverse, what we accomplished & how we got from Point A to Point B. That said it all started by your having "found" me via a referral from another lawyer who doesn't handle criminal cases. You called me soon after you had gotten notice that the Police were looking to arrest you on a series of Retail Theft charges. I promptly met you, vetted the situation & quoted you an initial fee to reach out to the Cops, make inquiry, confirm the status of their investigation, determine if an arrest was imminent & if so then to arrange for your convenient, safe surrender. Once I was certain that The PoPo were going to effect a Probable Cause Arrest, charging you with 1 Felony & 1 Misdemeanor, I prearranged for bond (i.e. I put a surety in place) & then appeared with you & your wife at the Police Station where I ensured that your rights were both invoked & respected. During what I can best describe as "congenial conversation" with your Arresting Officers during the surrender process (you had 2 separate albeit related cases) I managed to convince them to charge you with a series of Misdemeanors as opposed to the expected Felony & Misdemeanor charges. (They initially intended to "aggregate" 4 of your 5 Petit Thefts into 1 Felony Grand Theft, & they had even contemplated charging you with Organized Scheme to Defraud, a more serious felony which would've kept you in jail overnight for a mandatory appearance). Once bail was posted & you bonded out we regrouped to discuss the options & lock down legal fees (noting that I credited you for the pre-surrender fee which you had paid against a fee to handle the cases through disposition). I then engaged the State Attorney's Office in an effort at securing an agreement to "consolidate" your 2 cases into 1 case. There were several reasons for this but, projecting forward into the future, my primary concern was that Florida Law limits citizens to seek 1 Seal or Expunge in their lifetime. Noting that I'm mathematically challenged I need not be Pythagoras to calculate that were we to "beat" both cases we could only Seal or Expunge 1 & you'd be stuck with the other. Now anyone who knows anything about Criminal Defense Litigation is aware that the State generally doesn't concern itself with such matters (i.e. they don't care about you, your future, your record, etc. - all that matters, especially in Criminal County Court to many a young, inexperienced Prosecutor, is convictions) & so I was prepared to file a Motion asking the Court to consolidate if the State shut us down. Long story short this was so critical that I agreed to waive your Speedy Trial rights so as to delay Arraignment long enough for me to piece together a "mitigation packet" which would, hopefully persuade the State to do right by you (kinda like the Cops did when they abandoned Felony charges). It took several weeks & I had to climb up to the top rung of the ladder before the Chief of County Court Prosecution agreed that had the Cops arrested you for a Felony then the cases would've been consolidated in Circuit Court & you'd be Diversion eligible (which was a problem in County Court given your multiple cases). A Consolidated Information was filed, you wisely jumped on a Diversion offer, soon enough you'll complete & then we'll file a Petition to Expunge. This is not braggadocio; rather it is an excellent example of what a skilled & experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer can do, in this instance tactically manipulating the Rules of Criminal Procedure & making artful, persuasive argument which inures to the Client's benefit. I'm both proud of myself & happy for you. Fondly, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

See All Client Reviews

Michael Adam Haber's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Michael
Edward Alan Martinez headshot
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.""

Alexander Jullian Smith-Johnson headshot
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."

John L Nohlgren headshot
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."

Julio Cesar Torrente Esq. headshot
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!"

Rory Gene Safir headshot
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."

Bryan Owens headshot
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."

Jason S. Downs headshot
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."

Michael Paul Gray headshot
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."

Jeffrey M Snyder headshot
Jeffrey Snyder

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Joseph Robert Spencer headshot
Joseph Robert Spencer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Stephen Arnold Black headshot
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."

Michael M. Stover headshot
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."

Michelle Merson headshot
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!!"

Ashley C Puro headshot
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."

Matthew T. Smith headshot
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."

Catherine Ann Drees headshot
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."

Peter Silvio Schiaroli headshot
Peter Schiaroli

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Jaime Halscott headshot
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."

Matthew West Kindel headshot
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."

Joseph D. Nohavicka headshot
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."

View All Endorsements
Julio Cesar Torrente Esq. headshot
Julio Torrente

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

John L Nohlgren headshot
John Nohlgren

Criminal defense lawyer

Edward Alan Martinez headshot
Edward Martinez

Criminal defense lawyer

Alexander Jullian Smith-Johnson headshot
Alexander Smith-Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer

Bryan Owens headshot
Bryan Owens

Criminal defense lawyer

Jason S. Downs headshot
Jason Downs

Criminal defense lawyer

Michael Paul Gray headshot
Michael Gray

Medical malpractice lawyer

Stephen Arnold Black headshot
Stephen Black

Personal injury lawyer

Michael M. Stover headshot
Michael Stover

Criminal defense lawyer

Michelle Merson headshot
Michelle Merson

Criminal defense lawyer

Ashley C Puro headshot
Ashley Puro

Family lawyer

Catherine Ann Drees headshot
Catherine Drees

Criminal defense lawyer

Matthew West Kindel headshot
Matthew Kindel

DUI and DWI lawyer

Maria O'Donnell headshot
Maria O'Donnell

Insurance lawyer

Ethan Constantin Timmins headshot
Ethan Timmins

Estate planning lawyer

Zachary Lennon Riback headshot
Zachary Riback

Criminal defense lawyer

Sally A Roberts headshot
Sally Roberts

Personal injury lawyer

Tara Leigh Scott headshot
Tara Scott

Criminal defense lawyer

Richard E Oberdorfer headshot
Richard Oberdorfer

DUI and DWI lawyer

Roy Lee Warren headshot
Roy Warren

Criminal defense lawyer

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

2015

2015

2015

2015

2015

2015

2015

2013

CNBC - American Greed Mad Money

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

Top Contributor

Michael earned significant contribution points in 2026.

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution