Mercer & Keirnan Criminal Defense Attorneys917 Franklin St #550Houston, TX, 77002United States (713) 236-9700

Michael David Mercer

also known as Mercer & Keirnan

Avvo Rating8.4

Houston, TX
Licensed for 9 years
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About Michael

I focus 100% of my practice on criminal defense, particularly in Harris County and the surrounding counties of Texas. Criminal defense is a field of law that is particularly interesting to me because of its significance to the everyday life of United States citizens. Criminal defense lawyers represent the blockade between an encroaching government and the privacy of the people living under its rule. I take pride in defending the rights and liberties of my fellow Texans, and I will stand firm and aggressive in the face of those who seek to encroach upon those rights.

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Criminal defense: 100%

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Spanish

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Mercer & Keirnan Criminal Defense Attorneys

917 Franklin St #550
Houston, TX, 77002

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License

State	Status	Acquired	Updated
TX	Eligible To Practice In Texas	2012	05/28/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Partner	Mercer & Keirnan Criminal Defense Attorneys	2013 - Present
Legal Intern	Harris County District Attorney's Office	2012 - 2013

associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association		2013 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association		2013 - Present
Houston Young Lawyers Association		N/A

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
Mississippi College School of	Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)	2012
University of Texas	BA - Bachelor of Arts	2008

legal cases

Case name	Outcome
Assault-Dismissed on the Day of Trial	Dismissed
Shoplifting While on Probation for Shoplifting	Dismissed
Possession of Marihuana-No probable cause	Dismissed
Assault-NOT GUILTY	NOT GUILTY
Aggravated Assault-Deadly Weapon	Dismissed

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5.0 stars4.8 (23)

5 Star		87%
4 Star		9%
3 Star		0%
2 Star		4%
1 Star		0%

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Felony Possession Charge Dismissed

5.0 stars

Posted by Chris
June 8, 2022

Michael was super helpful and had my back from the time I got out of jail until the court appearance where he got me a PTI deal to get my felony charge dismissed. This was a super trying time for me and I had full faith in Michael as he had helped numerous friends of mine in the past. If you are dealing with a criminal charge in Harris County you can not find a better person to represent you.

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DWI Dismissed!

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
August 13, 2021

Thankyou Michael Mercer! First offense DWI charge case dismissed! Super helpful and very knowledgeable in his field. I would definitely recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney.

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Highly recommended

5.0 stars

Posted by Emely
February 28, 2019

I felt completely comfortable with Mr. Mercer. We went through my case and he even mentioned that we could do split payment for my case which helped out a lot. There was no pressure with him and I would highly recommended Michael. His response rate is impeccable and he got my case dismissed within 3 visits to the courts. If I’m ever in a situation again, Michael will be my first call.

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Professional Luck

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
January 25, 2019

Mr. Mercer was on his A game with my case. Staying on top of it, making sure I get the best results. He explained what I couldn’t do if we accepted the offers from the court but that was never an option for us. He was lenient, patient and hungry for best results. Flexible payment plans. Case dismissed. (Class b misdemeanor)

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Sales

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
December 28, 2018

I hired Mercer and Keirnan because of their experience handling DWIs and other charges. Working closely with them throughout my case, it became very clear that I had made the right decision. They will always have a permanent place in my cell phone just in case anyone I know is in trouble and needs a good defense attorney. Hire Michael Mercer and Casey Keirnan.

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Good lawyer. Totally affordable.

5.0 stars

Posted by Joseph
February 13, 2018

Mike saved me. I was facing some serious charges. Mike helped get my case dismissed. Even though I paid Mike, I am eternally grateful for the work he did. Not everyone could have gotten the same result. He is well connected and can help you out of a bad situation. If you are using a court appointed attorney stop right now, you can afford Mike. It will pay dividends to not have a criminal record following you around. Thanks Mike!

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It was First Time Dealing with Law Enforcement

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
December 14, 2017

I had an unfortunate situation arise when a person accused me of a crime I did not commit which would have been a Class B Misdemeanor. Michael Mercer was proactive and used his contacts in the District Attorney's office to discuss my case and after after with them and telling my side of the story he asked them to drop their investigation and they did! Michael gave the District Attorney enough information to have them drop the case but he said if he was unable to convince them to stop their investigation and they went ahead with charges that he didn't want them knowing our defense. Michael Mercer used his countless contacts in the DA's office, his experience as a criminal defense attorney and his tact to prevent false charges from ever being filed against me in the first place! Great attorney and I am so grateful I found him.

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First time misdemeanor

5.0 stars

Posted by Sergio
October 2, 2017

Being a first time offender for a misdemeanor charge was very worrying. I have never been in trouble before and was very nervous and anxious of the whole situation. Once I received my court date, I automatically went online to look for a lawyer for my theft charge. Micheal Mercer was one of the first lawyers that popped up. Once I went through his website I decided to give him a call and schedule a consultation. Once I met with him, I immediately felt confident with his work. We went through all the details of my case and we went over all the possible outcomes. I really enjoyed that he was honest but yet still understood my situation. Through out my whole case I really felt that I was in good hand with Mr. Mercer. I truly feel that he did everything in his power to get my case dismissed which he succeeded in. He always responded to all my questions and always kept me informed. He is an outstanding attorney that truly cares about his clients.

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Pro Even Through Disaster

5.0 stars

Posted by John
September 30, 2017

Michael managed to get my felony THC case dismissed during the aftermath of hurricane Harvey. The DA didn't want to dismiss, but Michael was prepared to fight the charges with me and had compiled enough evidence to scare the prosecution off. Michael was extremely easy to work with. He is attentive and focused. Our calls/conversations were always concise and helped keep me calm through a terrifying ordeal. To note, Michael seems to be a busy man, because he is an outstanding lawyer. He had to deal with multiple cases the day I was in court. He was cool, calm and collected through the entire process (even when dealing with my Mother and girlfriend while I was in jail). TL;DR: Michael Mercer is an outstanding criminal lawyer. Hire him.

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Misdemeanor A -Assault on family member DISMISSED

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
August 7, 2017

On Memorial Day of 2017, I was involved in something that could potentially change my life forever, good or bad. I searched rigorously online to find the perfect criminal defense lawyer in Houston Tx and was blessed to happen upon Attorney Michael Mercer. I was charged with a misdemeanor A assault on a family member. Attorney Mercer made sure that everything went smoothly and worked out on my behalf. The case was dismissed. If you find yourself in trouble that you believe can't be turned around in your favor, THINK AGAIN! He is very professional and I can now , finish school, get a job again, and move forward with my life.

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Matthew Fass, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 2, 2016
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Being easy to work with yet being a zealous advocate is a difficult balance to strike. I have known Michael from my time as a prosecutor to my time as a defense lawyer, and he does a fantastic job at striking that balance. This combination means that he gets great results for his clients. I have no hesitation in endorsing Michael, and I have actually referred potential clients to him. I do that because I have the utmost confidence that he will do an excellent job for them.

Mackenzie 'Mack' Schaffer, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 2, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Michael Mercer is a beast in the courtroom. I recommend Michael for both misdemeanors and serious felonies alike, as he gives all of his cases his utmost attention. His drive and tenacity make him an excellent criminal defense lawyer. Nobody can say that a prosecutor has outworked Michael on a case. It is no wonder that he always obtains excellent results for his clients.

John Keirnan, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 2, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I strongly endorse Mr. Mercer as a highly skilled criminal defense lawyer. I have worked closely with Mr. Mercer on a number of criminal cases and would recommend him to anyone I know. He has true passion for the people he represents and has a proven track record of success in Harris County.

Allen Tanner, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 10, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Michael Mercer is an energetic, hard working attorney who is a rising star amongst criminal defense lawyers in Harris County. I have watched the great work ethic he puts forward in all his cases. He has been very successful in contested hearings at the courthouse and I highly recommend him to anyone obtaining an attorney.

Phillip Baker, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 17, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I am pleased to endorse attorney Mike Mercer. I watched him grow up to become a fine young man and achieve his dream of becoming a trial lawyer. He is truly a rising star who no doubt will distinguish himself as an outstanding advocate in the course of his career. He cares about his clients and is relentless in the courtroom. He practices with and is mentored by one the best lawyers I have have ever seen in the courtroom--John "Casey" Keirnen. You would do well to consider Mike if you need help with a criminal law matter.

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Felony Possession Charge Dismissed

5.0 stars

DWI Dismissed!

5.0 stars

Highly recommended

5.0 stars

Professional Luck

5.0 stars

Sales

5.0 stars

Good lawyer. Totally affordable.

5.0 stars

It was First Time Dealing with Law Enforcement

5.0 stars

First time misdemeanor

5.0 stars

Pro Even Through Disaster

5.0 stars

Misdemeanor A -Assault on family member DISMISSED

5.0 stars

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