Michael Jay Goldberg

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Michael Jay Goldberg

4.8
40 reviews
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Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 37 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Cleveland, OH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Violent Crime ... +2 more

323 Lakeside Ave. West, Suite 450, Cleveland, OH

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About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 20%

20%
Federal Crime 20%

20%
Sex Crime 20%

20%
Violent Crime 20%

20%
White Collar Crime 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019
Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 37 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Goldberg Law Firm

323 Lakeside Ave. West, Suite 450, Cleveland, OH, 44113

www.michaeljgoldberg.net

Michael Jay Goldberg's Reviews

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Posted by Rafaell | December 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Sky Free

I was facing a felonious assault charge with another felony charge added when it was sent downtown...somehow mike was able to get both charges dropped with no probation no penalty fees no misdemeanors no nothing. I never felt this good in my whole life..had a lot to lose with my job and everything el...se..but mike was able to aggressively fight for my rights and now I am able to live my life again thanks mike.

Posted by anonymous | November 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Life on the line

My experience with Mr. Goldberg was defined by an extreme level of professionalism and care. My case was very serious and very frightening. Throughout the experience, Mike exhibited a sense of calm, poise and intelligence. His insight and skills were invaluable in the courtroom. This is a man who wil...l fight to the end and has the credentials and guts to most likely win that fight.

Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Exceptional attorney.

I’m glad to hire Michael to represent me in my domestic violence defense. My demestic violence charge was finally reduced to disprderly conduct. Michael is very professional and responsive. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who is needing an criminal defense attorney.

Posted by caree | June 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

if you cant pull a rabbit out of your hat why would he think he could

Mr. Goldberg is a excellent defense attorney. I would definitely recommend MICHEAL GOLDBERG. You cant find another attorney better. I used Mike and will again. Hes defending several clients and is all over the justice center on different floors. Mike is not late, Mike is busy. I know he has a large c...ase load but attorney Goldberg knows law and is good at defending your rights. If your guilty and u think hiring a attorney will get u off scott free, you need a genie not attorney..remember always the judge and prosecutor are no dummies either and if u piss off ur attorney ur dumb as the crime you committed. THX MIKE! Caree L

Posted by Michael | November 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Excellent service

Mr. Goldberg got me out of a situation that seemed never ending. Had an amazing outcome. No matter your situation his team of attorneys work around the clock to get you the best possible outcome.

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Cleveland, Three Best Rated

2020

Top Lawyers in Cleveland, Expertise

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

10 Best Criminal Law Firm in Ohio, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Principal, The Goldberg Law Firm

2001 - 2005

Owner, Goldberg & Murner LLC

Associations

1996 - 2020

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1996 - 2020

Ohio Academy of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

1988

Ohio State University Moritz College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Cincinnati

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Legal Seminar

Second Amendment vs. State Regulation

2016

Legal Seminar

National Gun Law and Marijuana

Languages

English

Activity

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