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

Client's Choice
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Top Contributor
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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

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Michael Adam Haber's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

278 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 152 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Alex | August 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Amazing lawyer

I’m extremely grateful for the help and dedication my lawyer showed throughout my case. I got caught up in the wrong crowd while riding my e-bike with some neighborhood friends, and what could have been a very stressful situation was handled professionally from start to finish. He took the time to... understand my situation, created a clear plan, and worked hard to get the best possible outcome. In the end, my charges were completely dismissed, and I was able to move forward without a criminal record or any impact on my driver’s license. I truly appreciate his professionalism, communication, and commitment to my case. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an attorney who genuinely cares about his clients and works hard for them. Thank you for everything!

Michael Haber

Replied last August 21, 2026

Dear Alex, Right out of the gate I want to thank you for 3 things: 1) For your kind Client Review (#HaberPA's 278th 5-Star Client Review on AVVO); 2) for not identifying yourself (i.e. "Alex" alone is such a common name that I can comfortably explain the facts & circumstances of your case to the folks without violating either Client Confidentiality or Attorney-Client Privilege); add 3) for the timing of your review which immediately follows the one submitted by your father (# 277) to which the last sentence of my reply was "Hopefully your son will submit his own review so I can explain "the why" of it", thus allowing me to make good on that promise. I also want to make an initial observation about this comment to the folks, to wit: Kinda' like a PSA (Public Service Announcement) this reply is both instructional to the reader & complimentary to Alex as it demonstrates how an otherwise "good kid" (or adult) can make a bad decision(s) that lead(s) to bad things but, if handled properly, it can still work out well. You received a Criminal Traffic Citation for Reckless Driving which simply alleged that you were operating an E-Bike with "one wheel up" on a public road & you were cited for Refusal to Obey a Lawful Command, specifically to stop / pull over when The PoPo lit you up with lights & sirens. For reasons I'll explain below you weren't taken to Jail; rather you were issued a Promise to Appear / Notice to Appear & released from the scene, so no Probable Cause Affidavit / Arrest Report was ever authored. I know the Police version of events because I watched the Body Worn Camera footage which began with you & your E-Bike crashed on the pavement & concluded with the Cops letting you walk away with written citations. The lesson here is that in many (not all) Misdemeanors Police Officers have discretion to either PTA / NTA you or haul your ass off to Jail & in 99 of 100 times the difference maker will be your attitude (be it actual or as perceived by your "Stop Cop"). The BWC in this case clearly showed that while you didn't stop as fast as the Cops would've liked (in fact your stop was a consequence of your having wiped out while trying to get away) once contact was made the Cops were none to happy. Still at all times you were polite, respectful, contrite & deferential to authority. Had you been antagonistic, had a proverbial chip on your shoulder or otherwise been contrary then you likely would've been held in "Contempt of Cop", taken to Jail & suffered all of the indignity, discomfort & costly Collateral Consequences attendant thereto. Another lesson is that by willfully failing to stop after being lit up Alex technically committed the Felony Crime of "Fleeing and Eluding" (which would've mandated booking) but the choice to be mannerly & polite resulted in the exercise of Police Discretion thus avoiding a Felony Arrest, as well as any "Gratuitous Charges" (e.g. Resisting Arrest). The BWC gave me insight into Law Enforcement's mindset (plus the fact that Alex was the only one in a group of E-Bikers who 'd got got) but I also needed to know something about my client, which I learned by speaking with Alex & his father & which was supplemented by providing me with his final Report Card (which reflected a 3.922 GPA), a Certified Funded Trader Certificate which he'd earned during his senior year in High School, "Safe Driver" status with DMV & a lack of Criminal History. That, combined with a proffer that the other E-Bikers were local kids & it wasn't a "Wheels Up Guns Down" street takeover (which everyone but the participants abhor & have no sympathy for), allowed me to prove that Alex didn't deserve the Scarlett Letter associated with a Criminal Traffic Offense for his isolated dumb choice to "Pop Wheelies" with his pals rather than to Day Trade indoors. Being a provably good person pays off, as does following The Golden Rule (i.e. "Do unto others..."). Thank you again & I wish you all the best in life Alex. Fondly, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by anonymous | August 04, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Happy Parent ….

My 18 year old got himself involved with a group of E Bikers riding out one day, and ended up getting a couple of charges. Great kid ,wrong crowd!! I was desperate, started calling friends about what to do, or give me advice . One personal friend I’ve known for over 30 years and has been in Law enf...orcement for around the same time, said I know a guy, call him , his name is Mike Haber. The very next day I called Mike, I gave him the story on my sons situation and on his background. Mike’s initial response was first as a caring father, then he switched to the strategic, aggressive, relentless Defense Attorney that he is . I hired him immediately!! 2 months later, we had a successful day in court , my son has everything discharged and dismissed thanks to this man .. Mike Haber.. If you need a Defence Attorney… Mike Haber is the person . From a Happy Parent

Michael Haber

Replied last August 04, 2026

Dear Happy Parent, Thank you for your very kind words (which now constitute #HaberPA's 277th 5-Star Client Review). I want to let the folks know that I recently authored a reply to another person who'd hired me o/b/o a family member (in that case it was a "Significant Other" not a child) which took a deep dive into the ethics of "Third Party Representation" so I'll avoid that here, instead focus on some of the salient points that you mentioned & ask that anyone who's interested in the Legal Ethics aspect of Third Party representation please read #HaberPA's 273rd Five-Star Client Review below. That said I'll start with a philosophical observation: Regardless of race, religion, socioeconomic status or other measure all humans share the same "cycle of life" (i.e. we're all born, ultimately die & if we're true to our own cultures then we share common societal experiences.) At age 60 (soon to be 61) I look back at a time where my life was all birthday parties, then it was "coming of age" events (e.g. Bar Mitzvah / Bat Mitzvah / Quinceañera / Confirmations / etc), then it was weddings, then it was celebrations of birth (e.g. a Bris / Brit Bat / Christening / Baptism) & now it's funerals (welcome to reality). With that in mind it shouldn't be surprising that my professional career (which will turn 35 in October, 2026) has seen the same sort of "social evolution". On the day that I was set loose on society by The Florida Bar I "hung my shingle" as a private Criminal Defense Lawyer & in order to learn how to do what I had dreamed of doing I began by serving as a Special Appointed Public Defender. My early career was spent in Juvenile Court & Misdemeanor Court & when I was sufficiently skilled I tackled Felony Court. It wasn't long before I was Court Appointed as a SAPD to more serious crimes (e.g. Burglary, Robbery, etc) & inside of 10 years it was mostly Drug Trafficking & various Homicide cases. As I gained more experience & exposure I developed a private practice which allowed me to transition to "a better class" of clientele (e.g. folks who could afford to actually pay for the substantial justice that I facilitated), say "Adiós" to serving as Court Appointed Counsel & create a truly boutique Criminal Defense Litigation Law Firm. Apropos of my "cycle of life" observation there came a time where I began routinely representing the kids of my own friends & contemporaries (usually for [bad pun warning] "minor crimes"). Having a 21 year old son of my own for the past 2 decades each time that I've done do so I've silently thought to myself "but for the grace of God there go I" & while I treat all of my clients in a "boutique fashion" (e.g. like an old school family doctor) I'm especially attentive when a parent entrusts me with their child's Criminal Record (& possibly their liberty). In your son's case this was doubly true as you were referred to me by a mutual friend who happens to be a Police Officer & whenever a Cop refers my services to someone whom s/he cares about (as here) it's even more meaningful. (Aside alert: I met our mutual friend about 25 years ago in a Cocaine Trafficking Case where I accused his Police Department of negligently vetting & supervising a Confidential Informant which resulted in my client's legal Entrapment & after peppering them in a Motion to Suppress he & I forged a close, personal friendship which continues to date, proving that Defense Lawyers both battle with Police & Prosecutors & can concurrently forge respectful relationships outside of a Criminal Courtroom.) In your son's case Cops wrongly equated him with other "Wheels Up Guns Down" asshats & treated him accordingly; but when we proved that he had a 3.9 GPA, earned a Funded Trader certificate & was an otherwise "Safe Driver" (to their credit) they quickly came around & gave him a pass. Hopefully your son will submit his own review so I can explain "the why" of it but in the interim I thank you once again for your trust. Fondly, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by Yvette | July 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney

I recommend Michael Haber to everyone in need of an attorney

I am writing to wholeheartedly recommend Michael Haber, a distinguished criminal defense attorney whom I have known both professionally and personally. Michael’s professionalism, dedication, and impressive success rate are unmatched, and I am proud to share that he successfully handled a case for me.... His dedication to justice and his clients truly set him apart as an outstanding attorney. Sincerely, Yvette DelGiudice

Michael Haber

Replied last July 09, 2026

Dear Yvette, Thank you so very much for your kind words which now constitute #HaberPA's 275th 5-Star Client Review on AVVO. Because you chose to identify yourself I can't / won't share anything about the facts & circumstances of your case with the folks who read this but I can still comment on a few things without breaching any Ethical Rule regarding maintaining Confidentiality of Communications & Client Confidence & or your Attorney-Client Privilege. The vast majority of my clients are folks whom I've never met before they contacted my Law Office. Many of those potential clients find me on the internet (be it via AVVO, my website - www.CriminalLaw.Miami - after having seen any of the 401 which are soon to be 419 VideoFAQs on my YouTube channel "MichaelHaberLaw", after reading any of my daily "PSA of the Day" posts, be them on Facebook - "Miami.Criminal.Lawyer" - X / MeWe / TS - "Sharky910" - or via a simple Google search), many are referred to me by people whom we just so happen to know in common, some of whom were prior clients & some not (e.g. other lawyers, family members, friends, Police Officers, Firefighters, bartenders &, believe it or not, most recently by my barber who referred another client of his to me based solely upon discussions that we've had over time about my law practice) & a smaller percentage are like you, people whom I've known in some capacity or another in my personal life (e.g. childhood friends, service providers whom I've hired, acquaintances, friends of friends, my Veterinarian, Primary Care Physician, etcetera). Noting that I try not to play favorites (e.g. I only have one son so I can't be accused of preferring him to any of his non-existent siblings but I do have - er, I "serve" - three rescue cats & I do my best to treat them all as equals) I'd be lying if I failed to admit that whenever someone from my personal life entrusts me with their Criminal Case (& therefore with their liberty & Criminal History) I'm especially honored. Please know that this is not to take away the sense of pride & acknowledgement of responsibility that comes with being entrusted by anyone to serve as their Criminal Defense Lawyer; rather it's to say that folks who hire me "on the blind" take a full-fledged "leap of faith" (albeit often on the word of someone else whom they implicitly trust) whereas when those who already "know" me hire me I'm touched by their trust in my professional ability just a little bit more than I am with folks whom I don't know. I hope that you won't mind my sharing that in your case (or better stated... "in your instance") we've known each other for more years than you'd likely care to admit & that our relationship is social in nature. Your knowledge of my "professionalism, dedication... impressive success rate... dedication to justice and his clients" stems from your ex-husband, who was an expert witness whom I used many times in many cases over the years, with whom I became very friendly & through which you & I became acquainted & ultimately independent friends. Your former spouse had shared many of his and my experiences with you which over the years has led your referring other folks to me for Criminal Defense representation. Unfortunately a time came where you needed assistance & I assume that based on your personal, albeit second hand knowledge, you came to me without hesitation. While I wish that you & I had never had the need to collaborate in a professional capacity I'm selfishly grateful that we've now done so because now you can share not only second but also first hand information with those whom you may refer to me in the future. Fortunately yours was (in the grand scheme of The Criminal Justice System) a minor matter & happier still I was able to resolve it both promptly & favorably. While we were friends before (& will remain so) now that we've shared a case experience together you've become family (a part of the #HaberPA family). Thanking you again. Fondly, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by Carlos Valdes | June 22, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Five Stars — Incredibly Grateful for Michael’s Expertise and Dedication

I came to Michael Haber during one of the most stressful times of my life after being arrested on a felony domestic violence charge. Right from our first consultation, he listened to my side, came up with a solid game plan, and we followed it exactly. The best part about working with Michael is his ...communication. Facing a felony is terrifying, but he was always available and responsive. He actually answered my calls and questions in real time and never left me hanging or wondering what was going on. He kept me updated and involved the entire time. Thanks to his hard work, my felony charges were completely dismissed just 93 days later. Now I'm able to get this whole thing expunged and get my life and my good name back. If you need an attorney who genuinely fights for you and stays by your side the whole way, hire Michael Haber.

Michael Haber

Replied last June 22, 2026

Dear Carlos, Thank you very much for your kind, thoughtful words in the form of #HaberPA's 272nd 5-Star Client Review on AVVO! I strive to perform with consistency & integrity for anyone & everyone who entrusts me with their freedom & reputation so knowing that you were satisfied with my professional services is both heartwarming & encouraging. Because you chose to identify yourself in your Client Review I can't share any of the unique facts & circumstances of your case with those who read this response (which is unfortunate as your case presented some interesting details & challenges) but I can address the points that you expressed & expound on them for the benefit of other folks. "I came to Michael Haber during one of the most stressful times of my life after being arrested on a felony domestic violence charge. Right from our first consultation, he listened to my side, came up with a solid game plan, and we followed it exactly." As is the case with most of my clients prior to your arrest you had no experience whatsoever with "The Criminal Process". Knowing this I used my vast familiarity with the system to explain "the what, why & how" of things to you, to breakdown your situation to its's fundamentals, to ease your mind as best I could & once we had fully vetted the facts & circumstances of your case (i.e. both your Arresting Officer's Probable Cause Affidavit & your version of events) I was able to both formulate & explain to you a rational, achievable game plan & then quote you a fair fee to accomplish our goal. "The best part about working with Michael is his communication. Facing a felony is terrifying, but he was always available and responsive. He actually answered my calls and questions in real time and never left me hanging or wondering what was going on. He kept me updated and involved the entire time." I've been reading The Florida Bar's Disciplinary Reports since I was licensed in 1991 & when I was a young lawyer Trust Account violations were the most common basis for Lawyer Discipline. As bad as unethically (& unlawfully) dipping into a Client's Trust Funds is in more recent years that violation has slipped & "Failure to keep the Client Reasonably Informed" (see Rule 4-1.4, "Communication", Rules Regulating the Florida Bar) is now the most common basis for Attorney Discipline. I mention that only in passing as when I first created #HaberPA my goal was to become a "boutique" ("boutique" as in "a small company that offers highly specialized services") Criminal Defense Litigation Law Firm & since then I've consistently held client communication as being both paramount & sacrosanct. Every client gets my cell number (in fact you folks can have it too: 305-798-2220) & is advised that they can reach me at any reasonable time via email ([email protected]), through my website ( www.criminallaw.miami ), on social media (YT: MichaelHaberLaw ~ FB: Miami.Criminal.Lawyer ~ X / TS / MeWE @Sharky910) & via AVVO (Michael Adam Haber). If I'm either travelling or am otherwise unable to immediately respond then I have stand by counsel (who is disclosed to all clients) available to my clients (both actual & prospective). I honor my clients' requests to be as involved or disassociated with their case as they may prefer but whether I'm contacted or not I make it a point to provide regular updates to each client so that s/he knows their case status. "Thanks to his hard work, my felony charges were completely dismissed just 93 days later. Now I'm able to get this whole thing expunged and get my life and my good name back. If you need an attorney who genuinely fights for you and stays by your side the whole way, hire Michael Haber." Yes, I put in "hard work" but no matter how much effort I put in it would've all been for naught had you not put in hard work of your own. Your being a model client allowed me to do my job flawlessly & so you deserve mega-props as well. Thank you again Carlos. I wish you the best! Fondly, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Reliable, Supportive, and Always There When You Need Him

I was charged with misdemeanor domestic battery after a false accusation during an argument with my child’s mother. I had never been involved in the criminal system before, and I was overwhelmed and unsure of what to expect. After bonding out of jail, mutual friends referred me to this attorney, and ...it was the best decision I could’ve made. From the beginning, he took the time to thoroughly review my police report and to understand not only what happened that day, but also the history of my relationship, my role as a father, and the motivations behind the accusation. He explained the entire court process clearly, charged me a very fair fee, gathered and reviewed all the evidence, and guided me step-by-step through every option so I could make the safest and smartest decision for my situation. Throughout the case, my ex—who lives abroad—created a lot of stress by sending conflicting messages to the prosecutor and to my family. Despite the rollercoaster, my attorney kept me informed in real time, answered every call, text, and email without delay, and made sure I did not have to appear in court until the very end. In the end, I had to make a tough but safe choice, and I felt fully supported the entire way. His professionalism, honesty, and constant communication made an extremely difficult process much more manageable. I highly recommend him to anyone facing a similar situation.

Michael Haber

Replied last November 24, 2025

Dear Anonymous, Thank you for your thoughtful words in the form of #HaberPA's 270th AVVO Client Review. As you didn't identify yourself I can safely expand on your situation & in so doing hopefully help the folks who read this to better understand both your situation & how I approached it. In fact I'll start with my approach as, while it's unique in every case & custom tailored for each client in practice my protocol is ironically identical for all situations. I approach each case by first reviewing the Police version of events, scouring the Probable Cause Affidavit for any patent factual, legal, procedural or substantive screw-up, loophole or technicality upon which I can capitalize. Once I have an understanding of the client's worst case scenario I go through it with the client, listening to her/his account, asking questions & getting a more complete picture of the facts & circumstances of the case. Once I have that more complete picture I then turn to client specific matters that the State is unlikely to know (not from the client's perspective anyhow) & which can be game changers for the case. Key among them, especially in Domestic Violence cases like this, is my client's history with the complaining witness (aside alert: just as the Prosecutor is certain to refer to my client as "the Defendant" I intentionally use the term "complaining witness" instead of, as the Assistant State Attorney will say, the "victim", & I do so with the intent to dehumanize what is usually the State's most important witness while I concurrently humanize my own client, e.g. "Billy" or "Susie", upon who's shoulder I consistently place my hand), & in this case the history was brutal. Neither you nor your ex wife are U.S. citizens but your child was born here & so he has dual citizenship. When he was 3 years old your wife took him to her home country, refused to return to the States & for 3 years (your son was 6 at the time of the alleged incident) she kept him from you, allowing telephonic visitation as it suited her & allowing you to visit your son in her home country (which is also yours) albeit under the supervision of her & her family. For whatever reasons she came Stateside with your son, agreed to meet you &, unsurprisingly, an argument ensued (aside alert: her rendition to the Police did not comport with yours) leading to her calling the Cops & claiming that you had shoved & slapped her (aside alert: Law Enforcement noted that there were no visible injuries). We scoured the Body Worn Camera footage, went though every Police Report with a fine tooth comb but in the end there was no magic motion work to be performed in your case. With no physical evidence to support her claim yours was an actual "he said she said" case, albeit one in which the State refused to question the integrity of it's complaining witness, adopted the position that if she was lying then it was up to a Jury to decide & thus left you with a binary choice of going to Trial and risking a Jail sentence or accepting a plea & guaranteeing no Jail time (although suffering "collateral consequences", which suck, just not as badly as a cage). Even though this was your first foray into the system & you were otherwise eligible, because your child's mother refused to approve it Diversion wasn't offered, again leaving you with the same binary choice. I became a Trial Lawyer to take cases to Trial (aside alert: as I know that most folks in your situation won't risk losing at Trial I bifurcate my fees, charging a flat pretrial fee & then a per diem / daily Trial fee only if my client allows me to pick a Jury) so on a personal level I never like throwing in the towel (& on a business level it literally costs me money not to go to Trial) but my job is to offer advise so that you, the client, can make the best, most informed decision in your interests. I'm glad that you're happy with your choice & thrilled that you shared your feelings about me with the folks. Gratefully, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

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Michael Adam Haber's Lawyer Endorsements

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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

2026

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2026

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2025

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2025

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2024

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2024

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2023

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2023

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2022

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2022

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2021

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2021

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2020

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2020

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2019

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2019

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

2018

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2018

Superb 10.0 5-Star Rated, AVVO

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 - 2026

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.

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