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Michael Braxton
About Michael
Biography
I have been practicing DUI / Criminal Defense in Florida for 20 years. I have defended over 150 cases as lead counsel in Jury Trials ranging from DUI's up to First Degee Felonies. I have also argued several hunded pre-trial motions in court.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
33 years
DUI and DWI
50%
33 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Florida for 32 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 32 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Parks & Braxton, PA
116 SE 6th Ct, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
Parks & Braxton, PA
1041 Ives Dairy Road, Suite 137, Miami, FL, 33179
Parks & Braxton, PA
201 East Kennedy Boulevard, Ste #950, Tampa, FL, 33602
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Michael Braxton's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 24 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Stay Away
Michaels website exhibited DUI cases where his clients were clearly guilty yet got no DUI or was expunged. This was my first offense ever which I was actually trying to escape a situation for my safety. Never in trouble or charges of any kind, not even a parking ticket, now I have a record trying to...
Posted by anonymous | August 7, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Don't hire him!
One of the worse attorney you can get. You don't want to risk your DUI case with this guy. He will take your money and disappear on you. Won't give you any legal advice, nor would he show up for your case especially if you are outside Miami area. He will send his network attorney that have no clu...
Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Attorney
I hired Mr. Braxton for a DUI in Lee County, FL. He was very polite, always answered or returned phone calls, and was willing to do whatever was in my best interest. We ultimately decided to go to trial, and the state dismissed the case in its entirety.
Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Find another attorney to represent you
I hired Michael Braxton which cost $5500. I never met him in person, he sent other attorneys to attend my court appearances & it didn’t appear as if he cared about my case. I didn’t feel like he fought for me & my case. I ended up with a DUI conviction on my record for 75 years & all the other things...
Posted by Wayne | October 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Saved my life
Hired Michael Braxton for 2 DUI charges both within just under 5 years. First charge failed road sobriety test but refused breathalyzer. DUI charge reduced to Reckless Driving (important in cases where 2nd charge could possibly happen within five years). 2nd DUI charge failed road sobriety and br...
Michael Braxton's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a zealous advocate and consummate professional. Handles each and every case as if it were his only one."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike has handled numerous cases for my client. He is very responsive and helps clients understand the legal process."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Michael Braxton is an aggressive and experienced trial attorney who fights for his clients. His extensive knowledge of the criminal justice system makes him a formidable opponent in trial. I highly recommend Mr. Braxton."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Braxton and Andrew Parks are two tremendous lawyers who always get the job done. They know their field as good as anybody, and are as willing to go the extra mile. I also enjoy speaking with them about matters in the legal profession as well. I strongly endorse both of these esteemed members of the Florida Bar."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Michael Braxton. Because I practice a different area of law, I refer all of my clients in need of a criminal defense attorney to him. Michael's diligence and knowledgeable of the criminal justice system, especially DUIs, makes him a perfect choice to refer my clients. He has a respect for the system, opposing attorneys and most importantly, his clients. He handles every case with care and concern and gets the job done."
"I endorse this lawyer. He provides aggressive representation. He is respected by judges, prosecutors and other lawyers in the legal community. He is very knowledgeable in his field."
"I have known Michael Braxton for 20 years. He is hard working with a great instinct for criminal defense work and a terrific courtroom presence that benefits his clients. You cannot get better. Mr. Braxton has a tremendous amount of experience in defending DUI cases. His experience coupled with his legal and courtroom skills make him a great lawyer for anyone facing DUI charges."
"I endorse Attorney Michael Braxton without any reservations. I have worked with Michael on numerous matters in the Tampa Bay area and have witnessed first hand his trial skills and motion practice. He represents his criminal and DUI clients tenatiously and is not afraid to go to trial if necessary. I have witnessed his clients' cases being dismissed as well as reduced to lesser charges. Michael often successfully tries cases leading to "not guilty" verdicts. What I appreciate most about Michael is that he stays on top of his cases to get them resolved. He always calls his clients and stays in close communication. I have worked closely Mike for years and and admire his work ethic and dedication."
"Michael is one of the preeminent DUI attorneys in Florida. His knowledge and understanding of DUI Law is well recognized. Since I do not practice outside of the tri-county area, I feel confident entrusting Michael to represent my clients throughout the State of Florida from Key West to Pensacola."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Organization
2012
Top Attorneys, Newsweek
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
TOP SOUTH FLORIDA ATTORNEYS, Legal Times
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Partner, Parks & Braxton P.A.
1997 - 2000
Partner, Essen & Essen, Et. Al.
1993 - 1997
Trial Attorney, Hillsborough County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2006 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1993 - Present
Florida BarMember
Education
1993
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2003
LORMAN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
STRATEGIES IN HANDLING DUI CASES IN FLORIDA
2001
LORMAN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
CONDUCTING AN EFFECTIVE CROSS-EXAMINATION IN FLORIDA
2000
LORMAN EDUCATION SERVICES
DISMANTLING THE STATE'S DUI CASE
1999
LORMAN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
THE ART OF WINNING A DUI A CASE WITH MOTION PRACTICE
1998
LORMAN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
AN EXPERTS APPROACH TO DEFENDING A DRUNK DRIVING CASE
Publications
2012
ASPATORE
STRATEGIES FOR DEFENDING DUI CASES IN FLORIDA
2000
DWI JOURNAL
EXCLUDING BREATH, BLOOD, AND URINE RESULTS: THE DOCTRINE OF JUDICIAL ESTOPPEL
1999
DWI JOURNAL
CITIZEN INFORMANTS, TRAFFIC STOPS, AND THE FOURTH AMENDMENT
Languages
English