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
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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

criminallaw.com/lawyer/michael-a-haber

Online Presence

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Michael Adam Haber's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

271 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 57 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

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

Posted by Lisa | April 24, 2025 | Debt Collection

What every attorney should be!

I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with attorney Michael Haber this evening about a civil demand letter I received from Macy's Department Store. Although this was not a call I was looking forward to having, Mr. Haber immediately put me at ease. Mr. Haber is incredibly intelligent, non-judgmental..., and straightforward. He lets you know every option, then gives you his opinion on your best course of action. I am truly happy I found him and would recommend him to anyone in need of an incredibly experienced attorney. In this day and age, it sure was nice to find someone like Mr. Haber. Thank you so much!

Michael Haber

Replied last April 24, 2025

Dear Lisa, Thank you so much for taking the time & expending the effort to submit your 5-Star Client Review (#HaberPA's 265th on AVVO) after our recent conversations. As no one can possibly identify you I'm quite comfortable in providing detail as to "the how, what & why" of our contact / consultation. You recently experienced an issue at a retail establishment where you were stopped by a Loss Prevention Officer, detained & then accused of having committed Retail Theft. You were taken into a "back room" where, upon "interrogation" you stated that you hadn't stolen anything, in fact that you were still inside of the store (i.e. you had not "tak[en] possession of or carr[ied] away [any] merchandise, property, money, or negotiable documents; alter[ed] or remov[ed] a label, universal product code, or price tag; transferr[ed] merchandise from one container to another; or remov[ed] a shopping cart, with intent to deprive the merchant of possession, use, benefit, or full retail value"), had not passed any "last point of payment" & therefore had been irresponsibly & unlawfully accused & detained. Management responded, pulled & reviewed the surveillance footage which, unlike most folks in this situation, substantiated your claim, resulting in both an apology & your immediate release. Fast forward a few weeks & you received a "Civil Demand Letter" in the mail from a Law Firm representing the retailer & demanding payment of $200.00 for your Civil Theft. (Aside alert: Per F. S. 772.11 Florida retailers are statutorily entitled to seek monetary relief from folks for acts Civil Theft; but, so as to get the penalty either you have to succumb to their demand - i.e. voluntarily pay them - or the retailer has to file a Civil Lawsuit which will cost them hundreds to file, then hundreds or thousands more to prosecute a claim that must ultimately be proven in Court by "Clear and Convincing Evidence" of their injury from your Theft; thus the "Demand Letter" is nothing more than an offer to settle a lawsuit which has not yet & which may never be filed.) You ignored the letter (as many folks do) & shortly thereafter received another, ergo bumping the settlement amount higher & then a 3rd letter (now up to about $600.00) after which you did some research into the subject leading you to #HaberPA on AVVO. You didn't follow the traditional path of asking a public question; rather you opted to contact me directly via email, in which you advised me of the following 2 aggravating factors: First, you had 2 prior Arrests & Prosecutions for Petit Theft, both of which were ultimately dismissed & second that you hold various professional licenses from the State of Florida, none of which were aware of the prior dismissed Misdemeanors. I received & replied in a timely fashion, inviting you to call me as your situation was more complicated than "the usual" / "par" Civil Theft (i.e. I felt that an actual conversation would be quicker & more prudent than what would likely be a prolonged email dialogue) & so it came to pass that we spoke. You initially wanted to retain me to handle this for you but I suggested an alternative tactic designed to both save you money & increase the odds of a swift, acceptable resolution, to wit: That you contact the Law Firm directly, apologize for not responding sooner (perhaps conjuring an excuse like a terminal family member) & humbly & with contrition asking for an accommodation on dollars so that you could pay with haste & close the matter. You followed my advise, got a 20% discount (which is better than nothing), paid it immediately & the matter's now behind you, with your State Licensing Agencies remaining in the dark as to any theft allegations (note that this was key for me as had this somehow been reported, had The State become aware of 3 Theft allegations, then you likely would have lost your licenses). In the end I'm glad I was able to help you & appreciate your kind, unsolicited Client Review. Fondly, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by Alex | April 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

THANK YOU

Mr. Haber is the best attorney I have dealt with in my life. I say that as this was my 4th DUI arrest, 3rd conviction (along with some other minor disorderly conducts) that have spanned over the past 20 years of my life. Mr. Haber received my call immediately and spent a good couple of hours talkin...g to my wife and I regarding my case the day after my arrest. He took the time to hear out my details and walk through several scenarios and potential outcomes, all of which led to a path of a felony charge and mandatory jail time. Mr. Haber did not “sugarcoat” anything, however, did provide comfort in assuring he would do his best to find the best possible outcome for my situation, which he did. It was either I go into a mandatory 30 day in-patient rehab, which I could not do at the time because of my job and financial responsibilities to my family. Mr. Haber provided alternative options and came up with immediate alternative game plans and we chose another path that consisted of an intensive out-patient rehab over the course of the next 90 days, and AA meetings. I followed Mr. Haber’s instructions in detail and immediately took action and admitted myself to a 90-day IOP recovery facility and followed Mr. Haber’s other instructions in detail. Mr. Haber also helped me identify the root cause of my problem and I also got my own therapist to help me identify that I did in fact have a drinking problem, and for that I will be forever grateful. In this darkest time where I thought I would lose it all, Mr. Haber stayed with me every step of the way, with guidance and subject matter legal level expertise that is of the highest quality. The way he broke down the legal system into layman terms was extremely comforting. Mr. Haber always accommodated time for follow up questions that my wife and I had and never rushed any session. My case has been closed, and although a guilty misdemeanor conviction (NOT a felony) was given by the court (however this was inevitable due to the overwhelming evidence against me), I did not spend one day in prison. Aside from some minor inconveniences associated with a conviction (i.e. penalties, license suspension, etc.), I still have my job, my family, and my life to look forward to. I thank God every day my irresponsible action did not kill someone or myself. I’m happy to report I’m 203 days sober since writing this, and I’m continuing my treatment without court mandate. So, to Mr. Haber, I wish I could do more, but the best I can say is THANK YOU.

Michael Haber

Replied last April 17, 2025

Dear Alex, Thank you for authoring #HaberPA's 264th 5-Star Client Review on AVVO! As "Alex" is a popular name & no one but I knows whether that's your name or an alias I have no problem discussing "the why" of your Client Review. You came to me after your 4th DUI arrest involving a singe car accident, 1 of your prior DUIs was "broken-down" so for charging purposes this was a 3rd & for DMV purposes this was a 4th. (Aside alert: DUI is a "bifurcated offense" which must concurrently be defended in Court & at DMV, either of which can be "won" or "lost" without effecting the other & for both of which I was responsible.) Armed with nothing more than your Probable Cause Affidavit & your recollection of events I suggested that you enter a residential treatment facility for 90 (not 30) days, & I did so as the State was likely to seek incarceration, you were facing up to a year in jail, completion of in-patient treatment can be substituted for jail time & also having fully vetted your personal life with you & your wife, irrespective of Court I believed that in-patient treatment would benefit you & your family. You advised that in-patient was impossible so I suggested "Intensive Outpatient Treatment" at a bona fide facility, coupled with multiple AA/NA meetings per week, private therapy with a Clinical Psychologist whom I referred & also that you retain my Forensic Psychologist. You agreed with all of my suggestions but more importantly you followed through will all requests, spending the next 7 or so months in meaningful treatment which (as I suspected) assisted you personally & ultimately both of us professionally. Because you were ineligible for a "Business Purposes Only License" I set & conducted a Formal Review Hearing at DMV. Through an admitted stroke of luck (albeit meticulously following of the many FLHSMV protocols) I got your Administrative Driver License Suspension for Refusal to Blow set-aside after which you were able to drive restriction-free (i.e. not subject to BPO License restrictions) during the pendency of your case. I also gathered & reviewed all Discovery materials (i.e. Police Reports, required DUI forms - e.g. Miranda Rights Form, Implied Consent Form, etc., & most importantly the Body Worn Camera footage from your arrest). We initially agreed that your primary goal was to avoid a sentence that involved even 1 day in Jail yet the State (predictably) began with an offer of 180 days incarceration (ergo my initial suggestion for in-patient treatment), Jail was therefore a very real possibility & this was even truer after you & I (& others - both someone on my end & another on yours, i.e. 2 independent "sets of eyes") reviewed the BWC footage. Despite there being no Field Sobriety Tests / FSTs & your refusal to blow into a Breathalyzer / Intoxilyzer your extreme level of intoxication was patent from the approximate 8 hours of BWC footage which from multiple angles captured your appearance, demeanor, speech & behavior. After that I simply stalled your case long enough for you to present an undeniable treatment regiment to our forensic expert which he then ethically parleyed into compelling mitigation for your Prosecutor, who ultimately agreed to a non-Jail plea offer which you jumped on. We arranged an in person appearance to take the plea at your convenience, on a day where you'd have both someone to drive you & the time to go from the Courthouse to Probation for registration. While we didn't "beat" your case (i.e. we neither got a breakdown nor an acquittal) anyone who viewed the BWC would agree that you were absolutely smashed, lucky that no one was injured or killed in your Traffic Crash & with this being your 4th DUI Arrest avoiding Jail under these circumstances is a "win" (more importantly you view it as such). Reaching your goal was as much on you as on me & you doing your job allowed me to do mine. I congratulate you on your sobriety & hope that it's permanent. Wishing you the best! Fondly, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I Know the Difference Between the Right and Wrong Lawyer—Because I Hired Both.

The first attorney I hired barely looked at my case. He said nothing could be done, that I had to turn myself in and hope for the best. Had I listened, I might still be in jail. I was wrongfully accused of a serious felony, one that was typically non-bondable. I could have spent weeks in jail, una...ble to see my children, with my future on the line. That’s when I left a voicemail for Michael Haber—late at night, the evening before I had to surrender. I had no expectation of a response, but he called me back. Not just to acknowledge me, but to spend hours dissecting my case. My previous attorney had done nothing. ⸻ The Moment Everything Changed The morning I had to surrender, I sat in the police station parking lot, feeling like a ghost in my own life—watching from a distance, powerless to change what was happening. The reality I braced for—weeks in jail, my kids wondering where “Papi” went—felt inevitable. Then the call came. Michael’s voice was steady. Unflappable. The felony was wiped away. Reduced to two bondable misdemeanors. Not because he simply called the detective, like my previous attorney had done. He challenged everything, dissected it, and forced the truth to the surface. It was like a South Florida storm. One moment, the sky is blue. Then, in an instant, dark clouds roll in, the rain pours so hard you can’t see your own feet, and just as suddenly—it’s gone. Instead of a jail cell, I faced my children that weekend, holding their hands at the beach. ⸻ More Than A Lawyer—An Unwavering Champion Michael didn’t just reduce my charges. He dismantled the case entirely, forcing the prosecution to drop it. But he saw beyond that. He recognized a pattern—cases where a criminal charge and a family law battle intersected. Instead of advising me to hide from it, he recommended confronting it head-on. Most attorneys would have worried about self-incrimination. Michael took the opposite approach. He knew avoiding the case wouldn’t help my custody fight—it would only make it worse. This wasn’t just about me—this was about my children’s future. They were too close to losing me because of overzealous police work and lazy defense. If my first lawyer had his way, I would have been another statistic—another father trapped in a system that punishes first and asks questions later. Instead, Michael fought with precision, dismantling the accusations piece by piece. He had to navigate a complex family law case with international litigation—understanding that my case wasn’t just about clearing my name; it was about securing my children’s future. He worked with my family law attorneys, helping build the strategy that ultimately won me custody. And when it came time to fight back, Michael didn’t just defend me—he went on offense. He built a strong case that showed the prosecution why the charges didn’t hold. He laid out the facts, the evidence, and the flaws in the accusations in a way they couldn’t ignore—leaving them no choice but to drop the case. I believe Michael calls this a proffer. Whatever it’s labeled, it was effective. The Assistant State Attorney dismissed one charge immediately—after weeks of legal sparring, the second charge was dismissed as well. Michael knew the system, but more importantly, he knew how to fight it. ⸻ The Difference Between Losing It All and Winning Everything A legal battle is an excruciatingly lonely place. Your future, your children, your freedom—held hostage by a system that doesn’t care. I don’t have the words to describe what it feels like to have Michael Haber in your corner—preparing, challenging every assumption, and fighting for you. What I do know is this: When everything is on the line, you need more than just an attorney—you need someone who will fight relentlessly for the truth. Michael Haber is that attorney. Forever grateful, M

Michael Haber

Replied last March 20, 2025

Dear Anonymous, Thank you for your amazing 5-Star Client Review (#HaberPA's 262nd on AVVO). I'm elated that you didn't ID yourself so I can freely discuss your case (although sadly the 4k characters allowed for my response can't capture the gravity of your situation). During the course of more than a year of vicious Family Court litigation your wife sought to remove your twin 6 y/o boys to a distant country. Your wife was a citizen of that country & your boys were dual citizens, having been (shout out to Bruce Springsteen "Born in the USA") although they only had U.S. Passports & she employed all sorts of unethical & even illegal methods of accomplishing her objective. From day 1 she tried to remove the kids to her home country (e.g. she tried to secure foreign passports from her country's Consulate, she secured an Ex Parte Domestic Violence Restraining Order which was later dissolved by the Court and petitioned both Family and DV Judges for permission to relocate) but you were able to parry all such efforts & secure an Injunction preventing her from removing the children from the Court's jurisdiction. She railroaded you with regard to support, custody, visitation, etc. to the point that you were homeless for close to a year, literally crashing on friend's couches. You ultimately got your support obligation cut by almost 85% (from $6k to $1k / month) at which time things radically changed for your wife. Within 3 months she was formally evicted, you secured an apartment outfitted for your kids 1 block from the home that their mother was ordered to vacate & your wife got desperate enough to conjure a bogus, unsubstantiated Criminal Complaint against you for which your then-lawyer agreed to serve you up to the Police (more on that at the end). Fortunately your Divorce Lawyer referred you to me. Via intensive, immediate discussions with you, your lawyer & reviewing the family case Clerk's online docket within a few hours I had a good enough understanding to reach out to the Detective. While I couldn't stave off an arrest I was able to proffer facts sufficient to raise doubt as to your wife's 1-sided statement & thus to radically effect the booking charge (i.e. I convinced the Detective to reduce "Burglary with a Battery", a Felony Punishable by Life in Prison to 2 misdemeanors, i.e. DV-Battery and Trespass). I arranged a prompt surrender, for bond to be posted & when you were released we got to work on piecing together a cogent history of the facts leading to your Arrest, as well as identifying an undeniably provable pattern & practice by your wife which clearly established her motive & tactics (including illegal / unethical acts by her family lawyers). Armed with facts & proof I went to work on the Prosecutor who agreed to "No Action" / dismiss the Trespass charge at Arraignment. Over the course of the next 2 week you & I worked together on specifics, gathering the necessary paper trail & equipping me to prepare a highly detailed proffer to the State Attorney intended to secure a dismissal. (In the interim I "coached" your family lawyer as to strategy that could be employed to both help me to help you in Criminal Court as well as inure to your benefit in Family Court.). It took about 3 weeks to convince the State that your wife (their alleged victim) was entirely lacking in credibility, that they couldn't ethically put her on the Witness Stand & as such the remaining misdemeanor was dismissed. It was about 60 days from your voluntarily surrender to a misinformed Detective for a "PBL Felony" to being booked & released on 2 Misdemeanors to having all charges dismissed & being en route to expungement, not to fail to mention you securing Primary Residential Custody of your boys. I wish I had more time to explain to the folks how badly your 1st Criminal Defense Lawyer almost f*cked you but I must stop here. I'm thrilled for you & your sons, am proud of myself (this was 1 in a million) & we're now family. With pride, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

Posted by Juan | March 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thanks for the victory

Dear Michael, First of all, I want to thank you for all your help and support during this process and for the peace you gave me when I arrived at the court, as my face of fear and worry was inevitable. Your experience over the years and the great work you do made this a victory in reducing the cha...rge. You went above and beyond what we could have expected, and I always felt very secure being represented by such a great professional. Once again, thank you so much. May God bless you.

Michael Haber

Replied last March 16, 2025

Dear Juan, Thank you for authoring #HaberPA's 261st 5-Star Client Review on AVVO! Because "Juan" is the 116th most popular given name in the US (estimated at 532,558, or 167.02 "Juans" per 100,000 Americans) I have no compunction about discussing "the why" of your Client Review, albeit with a briefer recap of the facts & circumstances & far more emphasis on our last (& your only) appearance in Criminal Court. You were arrested for a 2nd DUI (outside of 5 years so there was no "minimum mandatory" jail time) involving a traffic crash with no injuries & for which you were at fault. When the Cops arrived you were already outside of your car so the Police couldn't place you "behind the wheel" / in "Actual Physical Control", but the driver of the other vehicle did, & responding Police Officers did observe an "Open Container" inside of your car. You performed Field Sobriety Tests / Roadside Sobriety Tests, refused to provide a Breath Sample & everything was captured on Body Worn Camera (e.g. the open beer can & spilled liquid inside of your car & your very obvious failure of FSTs). You were ineligible for a Business Purposes Only Driver License / BPO / Hardship License (due to your prior DUI) so I conducted a Formal Review Hearing at DMV which afforded me an opportunity to cross-examine the Officers involved in your case. That information coupled with review of the BWC footage (which you watched as well & after which we discussed the same) led us to conclude that we were "double-dog-dead" on the facts, were we to proceed to Trial you'd likely get clobbered & thus the decision was made to negotiate the best possible Plea Bargain. At Sounding (a pretrial Hearing where the Court determines whether or not both sides are ready for Trial) the State offered you the standard "min-mands" (albeit "enhanced due to the accident) but, rather than accepting, & even though I knew that you weren't going to "roll the [proverbial] dice", I announced "ready" for Trial. The State asked for their witnesses to be on "standby" (i.e. not physically in the Courtroom like you & I but rather "just a phone call away"). As to The PoPo I agreed but I asked the Judge to Order the State to have it's critical civilian witness physically present. The State argued against that prompting me to ask whether or not they were in contact with said civilian (aside alert: Cops are easy for Prosecutors to reach & serve but that's not always the case with civilian witnesses). We went back & forth long enough for the Judge to (predictably & as I expected) loose patience & rule that Law Enforcement witnesses could be on stand-by but the civilian must attend. (Double aside alert: 1) As to announcing "ready" while I knew there was precisely a 0.0% chance that you'd go to Trial I was 100% confident that even if the State revoked their offer & sought additional penalties - a "Trial Tax" - then the odds were excellent that I'd get the same "min-mand" plea deal from the Judge; & 2) as to being so aggressively insistent about the "wheel witness'" presence in Court I knew that he'd be subject to the same conditions as you & I, to wit: the potential for Monday morning traffic, parking & building security to conspire & cause any of us to be late. I also know that when it comes to DUI Court in The 305 most Judges - including ours - have a "15 minute grace period" such that if the witness wasn't present when we called the case & if 15 minutes passed without that person appearing then you'd get a "breakdown" from your 2nd DUI with a traffic crash to Reckless Driving, which is a major win.) You & I were early (as I insisted), I was already at the dais when the Judge entered, our case was called first & the civilian was not present. The Judge passed the case, we waited patiently, recalled the case 15 minutes later & sans their necessary wheel witness the State was forced to break your case down. Experience, skill & effort prevailed. ¡Felicitaciones! Juan, & ty again. Fondly, MAH/Esq. #HaberPA

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Edward Martinez

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

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"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

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"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

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"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

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2016

2016

2016

2015

2015

2015

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2015

2015

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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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