Michael J Colich

Michael J Colich

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Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 47 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

10 South 5th Street #420, Lumber Exchange Building, Minneapolis, MN

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The attorneys at Colich & Associates have over 60 years of experience, handling thousands of criminal cases, ranging from traffic offenses to assault to murder. Confidence in the attorney you hire is important. You can confidently trust the attorneys at Colich & Associates to address your unique concerns, while aggressively advocating for you in court.

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 47 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1978

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Colich & Associates

10 South 5th Street #420, Lumber Exchange Building, Minneapolis, MN, 55402

Law Offices of Michael J Colich

420 Lumber Exchange Building, 10 South Fifth Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55402

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Michael J Colich's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Thanks Mr. Colich

More than 20 years ago Michael Colich represented me in a large drug case. Most of my codefendants got very expensive attorneys in Minneapolis area. Mr. Colich handled my case for free. He had promised to do some pro bono work for the courts and when one of my codefendants attorneys called him ...out on the offer he accepted. After reading a magazine article about Michael Colichs high profile four acquittals in one year (one for murder) and visiting his very prestigious office, I realized why the other attorneys wanted him on the team. I ended up pleading guilty and got only 3 years for a crime that under the Federal Drug Sentencing Guidelines required 40 years to life. I have often tried to think of a way to show Mr. Colich how much his help was appreciated. This review is the best way I have come up with so far.

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Michael J Colich's Lawyer Endorsements

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Melvin Welch

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've had the great pleasure of being Mr. Colich's adversary on numerous serious felony matters when I was a prosecutor. I paid close attention to how he excellently represented his clients and have modeled my own practice on his impeccable style. While I compete with Mr. Colich for business, he holds my sincere and absolute admiration."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Tania Lex

Unknown lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Michael is one of the most brilliant trial attorneys in the state. In addition, he has earned the respect of the legal community for his professionalism, sincerity, and strong advocacy for his clients. If you have been charged with a crime, you won't find a better lawyer to handle your case."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2007

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2006

Criminal Defense Attorney of the Year, Consumer Business Review

2006

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2005

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

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Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

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Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

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Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

1994

Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

Languages

English

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