Michael James Edwards II

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Michael James Edwards II

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents ... +4 more

2818 Cleburne Street, Houston, TX

About Michael

Biography

Need a smart fighter on your side? I fight for justice and I play to win.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Car Accident 25%

25%
Criminal Defense 25%

16 years | 381 cases

25%
Personal Injury 25%

14 years | 72 cases

25%
Trucking Accident 10%

10%
Drug Crime 5%

5%
Motorcycle Accident 5%

5%
Violent Crime 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-45%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2023 2022
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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 13 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2012

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael J. Edwards II, P.C.

2818 Cleburne Street, Houston, TX, 77004

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9945 Barker Cyprus Road, Houston, TX, 77433

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4201 PC Gester Blvd, Houston, TX, 77018

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4200 Elgin Street, Houston, TX, 77204

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49 San Jacinto, Houston, TX, 77002

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Law Offices of Michael James Edwards II

7009 Almeda Road, Houston, TX, 77054

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Michael James Edwards II's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

137 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 24 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Ramiro | February 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Just As He Promised

I hired Mr.Edwards for an agg asphalt with a deadly weapon and he got my case DISMISSED JUST AS HE SAID ! Really nice guy and will get the job done for sure I highly recommend him if you want to win .

Posted by Cori | April 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer Ever.

I hired Mr. Edwards to defend my brother against bogus assault charges. My brother had been in trouble before and several other lawyers told me that what we needed, a dismissal, was not possible. Not only did Michael go in and fight to reveal the truth, he got the job done. In just 2 short months, Mr.... Edwards accomplished the impossible and got a felony assault with a sentence of 2 to 20 years.......DISMISSED. I can't thank him enough for all his hard work and dedication to helping my family.

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I'm glad I trusted Mr. Edwards

Mr. Edwards handled a 3rd degree felony evading case. They also took my vehicle. I was facing a possible 2-10 year sentence and losing my vehicle when I walked into his office. He thoroughly looked into each part of the case and broke it down. He found that the police violated several of my rights an...d he found one of the cops had a very bad history. In the end, he got my property back and got the case reduced to a misdemeanor with no jail time. I recommend Mr. Edwards. You can trust him to fight for you.

Posted by Chauncey | August 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Couldn't be better

I was referred to Mr. Mike by a friend who had him as their lawyer before. It might be the best advice I've ever taken to hire him. I had 2 cases. an assault case and a criminal mischief based on people lying to get me caught up. The cops never talked to me. just talked to one guy and his buddies and... that was it. Next thing I know I'm arrested and facing 2 charges. Mr. Mike looked into everything and challenged the accusations. We had to set it for trial for the DA to back down. It was a bs case but they wanted me to sign for something and Mr. Mike fought for justice. BOTH cases dismissed on trial day. I would say Mr. Mike is more than worth the money if you want someone to fight for you.

Posted by Daniel | January 14, 2015 | Criminal Defense

intelligent and responsible

Mr. Edwards has been really helpful in handling my UWC case as well as other felony charges which they were related. This is one of the hardest case that you could ever face if it is jointed or co related in anyways with another criminal charge in order to have it get dismissed. I am working in "secu...rity Industry" and my case was exceptionally difficult due to the rules and regulations administered in DPS Private Security. Mr. Edwards has a very unique approach in handling criminal cases by using every single piece of evidence laying around. He works really hard and use all his power and knowledge in protecting the rights of his clients. I have been dealing with a very sophisticated and difficult cases due to my national origin and Mr. Edwards was able to do a perfect job dismissing my case. He is an honest, responsible, and wise lawyer that you might find out there. His intelligence, fair treatment and great sense of responsibility would turn every table in the court room; even-though, you are not in good standing.

Michael Edwards

Replied last January 14, 2015

Thank you! I know that this case was very challenging due to the many "X factors" swirling about the courtroom. I know it must be terrible to endure that type of treatment and I hope that you never have the same experience with law enforcement and other systems which, otherwise, make this country so great to live in. In terms of your "standing" with my firm, you are always first class, sir.

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Michael James Edwards II's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jason Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael is an excellent attorney. He fights hard for his clients and really knows the law. I 100% endorse him."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats his clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism. He is an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend him for future services."

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Leneice Parker

Litigation lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is an awesome attorney. His attention to detail, research, and passion for the law are unparalleled. I feel confident that anyone who hires Michael has an attorney that genuinely cares and will give their case the true effort and time that it deserves."

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Armando Montesino

Litigation lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Mr. Edwards to be passionate about litigation. He was senior to me in law school and, even back then, he was going above and beyond the coursework (at a challenging school) in order to hone his litigation skills. I recommend him without any reservation whatsoever."

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Rachaelle Reynolds

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Mr. Edwards for nearly five years and that is a sufficient time to truly know someone. To that extent and beyond a shadow of a doubt, I will tell you that he is the most diligent and hardworking lawyer I know. His work ethics surpass impressive. Simply put, he is a formidable lawyer with superb judgment, pragmatic, doesn’t waste client’s time nor money, keeps things as simple as reasonably possible and is excellent value for money – all the things which most lawyers aren’t. He is an endless source of great legal advice and support, both personally and professionally. He’s always been brilliant and I’ve recommended him to a ton of friends and colleagues – everyone is happy! And that’s one of Mr. Edwards’ talents; somehow he makes this legal work an enjoyable experience."

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George Powell

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is dedicated to achieving the most successful outcome for his clients."

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Marcos Martinez

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Friend

"Michael Edwards is a fantastic advocate and I would definitely turn to him if a need ever arose."

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Joel McClellan

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike is a top-notch criminal defense attorney. I highly recommend giving him a call if you are in need of excellent representation."

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Jennifer Lipinski

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Other

"Michael is an excellent lawyer. I would highly recommend his services."

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Melissa Reed

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael has to be one of the hardest working criminal defense attorneys in our area. I've watched him go above and beyond for his clients and he is well received in the community. He is very bright and has a sense of compassion for his clients like no other criminal defense attorney I know. I highly recommend him if you are looking for someone with a tireless work ethic and for someone who will go the extra mile to protect you and defend your rights!"

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Murray Newman

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I was very fortunate to have Michael work with me on a very tough murder case involving issues of insanity. He was very knowledgable and compassionate throughout it all. He was a fantastic co-counsel and I highly recommend him on any criminal law cases. I hope to work with him again in the near future."

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Frederick Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is a zealous advocate who continues to hone his already remarkable skills. I won't hesitate to consult him on difficult issues. I value his advice. Mike is on his way to becoming one of the best criminal defense lawyers in the Houston Metropolitan area."

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Monique Sparks

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael Edwards is a lawyer that operates with excellence in mind. He is very creative, detailed and tenacious. He utilizes effective trial skills, technology and hard work to obtain great results for his client."

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Lisa Okoh-Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael assisted me with a criminal matter. His knowledge of procedure and honesty in the situation demonstrates his conscientiousness and command of this area of law. I highly endorse him and have come to learn his success rate in difficult criminal defense cases is excellent."

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Paula Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very efficient, dedicated and respectful. A fighter for justice."

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Rachelle Carter

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Michael Edwards II. I have had both the opportunity and privilege of working with Michael on multiple occasions and he has always come through with excellent legal knowledge and strategy. He thoroughly investigates his client's matters, aggressively defends their rights and genuinely cares about the outcome of each case."

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Torrey Zeno

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Michael Edwards is a very headstrong, dedicated attorney that zealously advocates for his clients. Over time, my observation of Mr. Edwards has lead me to believe that he truly is passionate about the field of Criminal Defense. He is patient with his clients and does everything in his power to bring about the best results for their circumstances. Integrity, skill, and trustworthiness are all attributes that makeup an effective attorney - Mr. Edwards possesses these attributes and more. From what I have seen thus far, I would recommend Mr. Edwards to anyone seeking a Criminal Defense lawyer, no matter how tough or difficult the case."

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Tyrone Moncriffe

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.micheal is an awesome trial lawyer, i have watched him at seminars and in actual trials. he fights for his clients with ultimate zest and passion. he has talents that are not teachable. he has a gift of charisma, but.the most important attribute that he has is his personality , he is a good human being."

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Chelsi Martin

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a very dedicated attorney. I am an attorney and Michael has helped me with some of my toughest cases. He is hard working and very strategic when it comes to handling cases. Michael is enthusiastic about the work he does and I can always count on him. He's great to work with."

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Jason Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andreea Ionescu

Criminal defense lawyer

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Leneice Parker

Family lawyer

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Armando Montesino

Litigation lawyer

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Tanisa Jeffers

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jasmine Crockett

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rachaelle Reynolds

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Jamika Wester

Criminal defense lawyer

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Wade Smith

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kirby Taylor

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joel McClellan

Personal injury lawyer

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Jennifer Lipinski

Personal injury lawyer

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Murray Newman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kathryn Williams

Personal injury lawyer

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Melissa Reed

Family lawyer

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Stephen Lekas

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Lisa Okoh-Brown

Immigration lawyer

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Monique Sparks

Criminal defense lawyer

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Chelsi Martin

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 40 Under 40, National Black Lawyers

2015

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Avvo Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2015

Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine

2015

Member, College of the State Bar of Texas

2014

NLD Star Award, American Association for Justice

2014

Avvo Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2014

Member, College of the State Bar of Texas

2013

Avvo Client's Choice Award, Avvo.com

2013

Member, College of the State Bar of Texas

2013

Winning Warriors, Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

2005

Magna Cum Laude, University of Houston

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Principal Attorney/ CEO, Law Offices of Michael J. Edwards II, P.C.

2011 - 2012

Graduate Legal Intern, Notre Dame Law School

2009 - 2012

Associate, Law Office of Jeffrey Sanford

2007 - 2015

Shareholder, Jp Morgan Chase & Co.

Associations

2015 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Top 40 Under 40

2012 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2011 - Present

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - Present

Houston Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - Present

St. Thomas More Society

Traditional Member

2010 - Present

Houston Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2004 - Present

Beta Gamma Sigma

Member

2009 - 2011

Notre Dame Student Bar Association

Past Treasurer

2008 - 2010

Black Law Students Association - Notre Dame

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

Possession of a Controlled Substance PG1 1-4 Grams

Grand Jury No Bill

Possession W/ Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance PG1>=4 < 200

Case dismissed

Theft >200K (X2)

Dismissed on trial date

Aggravated Robbery Deadly Weapon

Dismissed on trial date

Felony Theft

Reinstatement of Deferred Adjuducation

Manufacture/Delivery Controlled Substance 4-400G

Client reinstated on a 2nd degree felony deferred adjudication

Assault

Dismissed

"Super" aggravated sexual assault

Acquittal (Not Guilty)

Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon

Dismissed a week before trial

Aggravated Robbery

Not guilty

Child Support Contempt Charge

Dismissed

Felony Evading

Reduced to a Class "C" misdemeanor and 200.00 fine.

Child Support

Settlement

Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

Dismissed

Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon - Family Member

Dismissed

Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon - Family Member

Dismissed

Theft

Dismissed

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Education

2011

Notre Dame Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of Houston

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2012

Know Your Rights

Know Your Rights

Publications

2010

Carolina Academic Press Studies in American Tort Law

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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