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Michael Maz Raheb
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About Michael
Biography
Michael Raheb has successfully handled hundreds of cases in the state and federal courts of Southern Florida, in both the criminal and civil arenas. He believes in aggressively attacking all aspects of the opposing side’s case to obtain the most favorable outcome for his clients. As part of this aggressive representation, Mr. Raheb makes sure each of his clients’ cases is handled personally and that they have access to his skills and counsel anytime of the day or night.
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Background
Mr. Raheb served as lead defense counsel in one of Florida’s most publicized sexual battery cases, State v. Hiatt. The victim’s case received national coverage through personal interviews with Governor Bush and a Lifetime network documentary. Several state laws were passed in the victim’s name. With an offer to the defendant of life in prison without the possibility of parole, Mr. Raheb successfully defended his client, who was acquitted in less than three hours.
Michael Raheb has also:
Served as Assistant Public Defender
Been an integral part of an appellate opinion, Young v. Shoap
Filed dozens of writs of habeas corpus
Handled jury trials ranging from DUI/BUI to murder and aggravated sex battery.
His educational background includes:
JD—Nova Southeastern University, Davie, Florida, 1997
Summer Abroad Program University of Geneva, International Health Law, Comparative Analysis of Women’s rights
Summer Abroad Program At the Sorbonne, University of Paris: Comparative Analysis of European Union Law
Legal Intern at the Aleph Institute in Surfside, Florida, helping prison inmates with their religious rights during their incarceration
Legal Intern, Legal Society of Broward County
Semi-finalist, F. Lee Bailey Moot Court Tournament
MBA—Specialization in International Business, St. Thomas University, Miami, 1994; graduated Cum Laude
BBA—Major in Management, University of Miami, 1992; President’s list, Provost’s list
Fluent in Spanish and French
Mr. Raheb is an active participant in his professional community, holding memberships with the Cape Coral Bar Association,Collier County Bar Association, Broward County Bar Association, North Dade County Bar Association, Collier County Bar Association and National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He is also a member of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in Lee County and volunteers as counsel/judge for Teen Court in Lee County, Florida.
Helping Clients
Mr. Raheb is fully committed to his clients. If you have a legal matter you’d like to discuss—from immigration issues to criminal law matters—contact Michael Raheb today to start planning your course of action.
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
29 years
29 years
20 years
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 28 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1998
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2013
Location
Law Offices of Michael Maz Raheb
Mobile
2423 1st St, Fort Myers, FL, 339012905
michaelraheb.com/Law Offices of Michael M Raheb PA
Mobile
315 East Olympia Avenue Suite, Suite 224, Punta Gorda, FL, 33950
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Fax
1222 47th Street Suite 411, Cape Coral, FL, 33904
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871 Venetia Bay Blvd. Suite 220, Venice, FL, 34285
michaelraheb.com/Law Offices of Michael Maz Raheb
150 S Main St Suite 2C Labelle, Labelle, FL, 33935
michaelraheb.com/Law Office of Michael Raheb
Mobile
Fax
4851 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 200, Naples, FL, 34103
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Online Presence
Other places you can find Michael online.
Michael Maz Raheb's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
358 Client Reviews
Showing 31 - 35 of 50 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Michael | February 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Smart confident and aggressive
I chose Michael to defended me as I was arrested for resisting an officer without violence. He knows the law and had my case dismissed (dropped) because they had no legal ground to arrest me my rights were violated and without Michael I'd be a victim to the system and bad police officers would of got...
Posted by Robert | November 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The Best choice I could have made !
First of all, Michael Raheb is who you should hire for any Criminal matter. He is smart, aggresive,if warranted, and knows the ins and outs of the laws in Fl. He was hands on with my case , got results, and was reasonable to hire. If you have a criminal matter call Michael first!!
Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Didn't disappointed
Michael was awesome. He got the best possible outcome for my DUI case. Got it knocked down from a DUI to a reckless with all points withheld. He definitely knows his practice as well as the judges and prosecutors. The only fault I could find is that he speaks very quickly and sometimes, which can mak...
Posted by Carolina | March 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney
He just started representing me
He answered my call when I was desperate and confused at 1:30 in the morning!!! Who does that?? He instructed me immediately what to do and guided me, without hesitation I retained him as an attorney he has the best reputation and is the guy you want to fight for you and be on your side. His staff i...
Posted by James | December 04, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
No BS, only excellent representation!
Michael Rabeb is not the gentile, play the lawyer games type that you might expect. He told me immediately the nature of the case and what the probable outcomes might be. He did not play up the case to enhance his own worth, he simple told me exactly how it would play out in our justice system. Hi...
Michael Maz Raheb's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've known Mr. Raheb as a fellow criminal defense attorney and as a friend for over 20 years. He is very smart and very driven to get the best possible results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is an outstanding lawyer who is dedicated to providing the best legal representation to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Raheb is an excellent attorney with many years of experience in criminal defense."
"Michael is a tenacious and zealous advocate for his clients which I have witnessed since working on cases with him. I highly recommend him and endorse this lawyer."
"Michael is an excellent attorney and a zealous advocate for his clients. I would highly recommend him."
"I endorse Michael. Talented, tough and thorough litigator."
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"I endorse Attorney Raheb. Michael is a great attorney with a reputation for getting things done on behalf of his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Michael for many years. I have found him to be aggressive, thoughtful, caring, and hard-working. I have worked with him on numerous cases and it is with confidence and pleasure that I recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Raheb is a great attorney who will always get his client the best possible result."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a bulldog; he fights hard for his clients and is an excellent trial lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is one of the most energetic and clever criminal defense lawyers around. His clients are in good hands."
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"I have known Mike Raheb for over a decade. I am honored to call him my friend. I wholeheartedly endorse his legal skills and concern for his clients. He will fight to the death to make sure his people get treated fairly. We had a ball trying cases together as Public Defenders in Lee County and never lost one of the half dozen we tried together; including probably the most high profile sexual battery case in that county's history."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Michael for about four years. My observation is that he is a model for great client service. He is knowledgeable, energetic and aggressive when the circumstances require it. If I ever had a problem, I would go to Mike."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013.
Suspension issued in FL, 2013
updated on 07/28/2014Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Honors
2024
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Client's Choice, Avvo
2021
Americas Most Honored Lawyers, American Registry
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
Best Lawyer - Personal Injury, Expertise
2020
Americas Most Honored Lawyers, American Registry
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
America's Most Honored Lawyers, American Registry
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
America's Most Honored Lawyers, American Registry
Work Experience
2005 - Present
President, Law Offices of Michael M Raheb P.A.
Associations
2017 - Present
Florida Association for Women LawyersMember
2015 - Present
Hendry-Glades Bar Association
2011 - Present
Lee County Bar Association
2010 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2009 - Present
Collier County Bar Association
2010 - 2017
Broward County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Education
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
MBA
1992
BBA
Languages
Spanish
French
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Michael earned significant contribution points in 2018.
Legal Answers
How can I no if I will be reinstated for a violation of probation on a misdemeanor charge
26 Mar 2026
Bonds re-set at original amounts (to be re-posted) with same terms and conditions as originally
23 Feb 2026
Does an interlock condition default to probation start if no start date is written?
15 Jan 2026