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Michael Kiel Kaiser

also known as Michael Kaiser, Mike Kaiser
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  • Little Rock, AR
  • Licensed for 5 years
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About Michael

Attorney at Lassiter & Cassinelli in Little Rock, AR.

Licensed to practice in all Arkansas state courts, Arkansas federal courts, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court of the United States.

Practice areas

OtherFederal crimeDUI and DWIAppealsCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 63%

    5 years

  2. Appeals: 15%

  3. DUI and DWI: 15%

  4. Federal crime: 5%

  1. Juvenile law: 2%

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

813 W 3rd Street
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Lassiter & Cassinelli

813 W 3rd Street
Little Rock, AR, 72201

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
ARActive201501/10/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Clients' Choice AwardAvvo2017
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyLassiter & Cassinelli2019 - Present
Associate AttorneyJames Law Firm2016 - 2019
Deputy Public DefenderPulaski County Public Defender2015 - 2016
Staff Attorney/Special Assistant to the PresidentBurkhalter Technologies2014 - 2015
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2016 - Present
Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2015 - Present
Pulaski County Bar AssociationMember2015 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Arkansas Law ReviewWrongful Convictions: If Mandatory Recording is the Antidote, Are the Side Effects Really Worth It?2014
Arkansas Law ReviewBlueford v. Arkansas: Why the Supreme Court’s Construction of the Arkansas Transitional Instruction is Not Binding on Arkansas Courts2013
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Arkansas School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2014
University of PennsylvaniaBA - Bachelor of Arts2011
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Derby Day CLE2017-18 Arkansas Criminal Caselaw Update2018
Our HouseCourtroom Etiquette Workshop: Proper practices in a court of law & how to be your own best advocate2016
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Davis v. State, 2019 Ark. App. 303Reversed and remanded
Mitchell v. State, 2019 Ark. 67Murder in the First Degree conviction reversed & remanded for new trial
Taff v. State, 2018 Ark. App. 488Reversed and remanded. Charges dropped on remand.
Doby v. State, 2017 Ark. App. 640Reversed and remanded
Bynum v. State, 2017 Ark. App. 41Reversed and dismissed in part; affirmed in part

Reviews

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Review Michael Kaiser

Best DWI Lawyer in Arkansas: Law Student Endorsed

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As a law student whose future career could hinge on a DWI conviction, there is absolutely no one other than Michael Kaiser I would trust to represent me. When I was arrested for a DWI, I called the James Firm because of its reputation for being the best criminal defense firm in Arkansas. I scheduled an appointment with Mr. Kaiser and was immediately impressed with his knowledge of the law and how he presented himself during our meeting. Note: He will not coddle you, he will not sugar-coat your situation; but he is a brilliant attorney who is extremely gifted in the technical minefield of DWI law. He might not be your best friend, but he will be your best ally in court. He truly fights for the underdog and does a damn good job of it. I couldn't be happier with my experience in hiring Michael. Highly recommended.
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Defence for Abby

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Michael was very well prepared. He quoted case law that was envaluable in winning our case. I highly recommend him for defence work in criminal cases.
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Matthew McKay, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 2, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Michael is very bright, a great defense attorney.

Robert Wilson, Debt collection Attorney on Mar 17, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Mike and I worked opposite one another many times over the past few years. I have found him to be a zealous advocate for his client with excellent litigation and negotiation skills. He always treated me with professionalism while representing his client to the fullest extent.

Kyle Wasser, Immigration Attorney on Mar 22, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Kaiser (as I know him), is one of the most passionate and intelligent advocates that I have had the pleasure of calling a friend. He truly cares about his clients. He's scary-smart and really knows the law better than just about anyone outside of SCOTUS.

Degen Clow, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 14, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I worked across from Mr. Kaiser for some time, and he is a fantastic advocate for his clients. Any defendant who has him as their attorney has a true defender of justice. I endorse this lawyer.

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