Michael Braxton

Michael Braxton

4.2
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 32 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

116 SE 6th Ct, Fort Lauderdale, FL

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 50%

I HAVE BEEN A PRACTICING DUI / CRIMINAL DEFENSE TRIAL ATTORNEY FOR 20 YEARS.

33 years

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 32 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1993

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 32 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1994

License Administratively Revoked

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

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4.2 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Posted by Nelson | October 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

DUI on CDL comercial driver licens

Parks and Braxton firm my earth gardian angels Mr Braxton will answer his phone anytime no doub handle my case extremly well my licens os all i haveto survive and provide to my family i learn a mayor lesson in life. His staff is amazing Mrs Leo and Janet they were there for me to go true this scary ...and stressfull process i concider them family alway there for me with an action an advice or a simple laff that make me fell good an confident everything eill be ok Nelson. Mr Braxton dont weist time right away WIN my licens and CLEAN my driver record so i can keep working Super Important them he bring my DUI to wreckles driving again a ton of evidens video empty beer cans and nasty police report Mr Braxton get the job done im eternaly greatfull and my family to this fighter of the law Thanks soo Much

Posted by Pat | October 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Takes a lawyer to know a good lawyer

I was arrested for the first time in my life for DUI in Palm Beach. I found Parks & Braxton online after spending the night in jail. Mike Braxton took my case and so glad he did. Mike was right on it, extremely knowledgeable and responsive. I am a trial lawyer and know what it takes - Mike was terrif...ic. I had also gotten a speeding ticket. Mike got the DUI dismissed before trial and the speeding ticket reduced without points. He even followed-up and was helpful afterwards. I called him to offer to write this review because I was so pleased and relieved. Don't think you could get better representation than Mike.

Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Leaving the scene of an acccident

I really appreciate Mike Braxton's representation and defense for my court case. I am very happy with the results: no conviction, no points, ticket dismissed. I also appreciate the kindness and understanding expressed by Mike and Leo during this stressful time for me.

Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Charged w/DUI Get The Best. Call Michael Braxton Immediately!

Mike's a fantastic individual and amazing attorney. Charged with dui and a number of other charges. All dropped...dui dropped to reckless which lets face it, beats a dui any day! Thanks Michael. Michael and his staff are great if I ever have another incident occur I will call him immediately. In... fact, I'm about to ask Michael for advice on getting some points removed from my license from a separate ticket entirely and because he's such a great attorney and person im confident he'll help me without even charging me. Great law firm, knows his practice area in and out and is one of the best attorneys in Florida for DUI. Thanks Michael. PJB

Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Honest, Diligent, Integrity

I hired Braxton after my arrest based on a friends recommendation & I am very happy I did so. Mr. Braxton called me back on a SUNDAY & talked to me for over an hour explaining everything to me. This was enough for me to hire him if he was willing to take time from his family on a Sun to make me feel ...comfortable about the decision I needed to make. Through every step of the process he explained things to me in detail. He was HONEST with me as to how things looked & didn't make me any promises on how things would turn out. He was DILIGENT in working my case. I didn't have to go to any court appearances until after he had the charge reduced to reckless. He workedy case with INTEGRITY & I would recommend him & his firm to anyone who's having to go through this.

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Michael Braxton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Vivo

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a zealous advocate and consummate professional. Handles each and every case as if it were his only one."

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David Kubiliun

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Seth Ellis

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike has handled numerous cases for my client. He is very responsive and helps clients understand the legal process."

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Mitchell Nowack

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Maribeth Wetzel

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Russell Bernstein

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Friend

"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."

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Summer Goldman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brooke Perez

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Paul Calli

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Frank Rangoussis

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Sema Yildirim

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Adam Harmelin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Adam Harmelin

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Brian Gabriel

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Andrew Parks

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

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 Lawyers

Member

1993 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

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

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