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Posted by DG | September 11, 2011

Professional & Effective Representation

I cannot say enough about my experince with Mr Goldberg and his Associates. I got way more for my money than I ever expected. My experience with Mr Goldberg and his firm is a pleasure from the first phone call to the conclusion of any situation. I have dealt with Mr Goldberg on many different issu...es - from minor traffic issues to complicated business matters - and he has handled them flawlessly, professionally, and has made me feel comfortable (and he has made me feel as if I was the most important client) along the way. Mr Goldberg gets my full endorsement.

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Kept me out of prison, but was not easy to work with

I hired Michael to represent me in a felony drug case. The only positive thing that I can say about Michael is that he kept me from going to jail. I'm honestly not even sure if it was him or the prosecutor/judge who kept me from prison to be honest. Michael was late to EVERY court appearance and at t...imes, didn't even show up! And when I say late, I mean by an hour or two. He would also talk down on you like you are a peasant or a dumb person. He was not a friendly guy. He was very difficult to get a hold of as well. A lot of times, I'll leave him a text or email and he doesn't even respond. He had me plead guilty and my charges weren't even lowered or anything! So I'm honestly not even sure what this guy did for me. Not quite sure I would recommend this lawyer. Do some research first.

Posted by anonymous | October 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Not a good experience at all.

This lawyer didn't go over any evidence and even threatened me if I went to trial. He did not put in one motion for my defense.I honestly believe he is the worst lawyer and he took my $10000. My opinion is I believe he does this to people of color and I feel I'm not the 1st person be victim.

Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Terrible attorney

I can honestly telling you after spending well over 10K years ago that I STILL have nightmares about how this man did my case , I was a scared kid 22 facing 22 years . He knew I was scared . No evidence at all the semen wasn’t even mine and this guy still couldn’t represent me correctly . ALWAYS YELL...ING AT ME ! Arrogant man screwed my life up while he goes back to his nice stocked bank account

Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Worst Lawyer EVER!

Where to start. This case was some years back. I reached out to him through his website and he responded that he can assist. He demanded cash upfront and when I couldn't produce it all on short notice he kinda guilted me. He was late to court 90% of the time. The last hearing, the one time you get t...o plead your case, he showed up late and got in an argument with the judge. When the deal fell apart he asked for another payment beyond the original asking price and I never heard from him again. That is nothing in comparison to the way he talked down to me. On multiple occasions he verbally insulted me and made me feel terrible about myself. Totally lacking in Empathy. Oh did I mention that his secretary called me to tell me I had won the case and that Michael was on his way to work things out with the judge? This was the day he showed up late and got into an argument with the judge. To sum it up, the entire experience with him was just crushing and defeating. I highly DO NOT recommend him.

Michael Goldberg

Replied last September 13, 2019

While this is an anonymous review, we take all client criticism seriously. I can tell you that none of these concerns were ever brought to me because I would certainly tried to address them. In addition, we handle nearly all cases by written set fee retainer agreements and do not charge additional fees that are not set forth in our agreement. I would appreciate an opportunity to resolve your experience with you personally or I suggest you bring your complaint to the attention to the local bar association so I can know who you are, review your file and respond completely to your stated complaint.

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