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Michael John Stone
also known as Mike Stone
About Michael
Biography
Mike Stone is an experienced criminal attorney who will help you navigate the criminal justice system focused on results. Mr. Stone has maintained an office in Houston, Texas since 1978, where he has dedicated his practice solely to the representation of clients charged with criminal offenses in county, state, and federal courts throughout the country. He has represented clients in all types of criminal cases ranging from capital murder to complex white collar cases to DWI, along with numerous other misdemeanors, felonies, and appellate cases, both juvenile and adult.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
47 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Texas for 47 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
Location
Michael J. Stone Attorney At Law
609 Heights Blvd., Houston, TX, 77007
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Michael John Stone's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | May 4, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Excellent Attorney
Mike defended me for a DUI. He made sure I kept my license and helped me navigate the waters of pre trial intervention. He was available when I needed him and kept me informed of my situation every step of the way. I highly recommend him.
Posted by Andy | November 2, 2010
Defended my son
Mike Stone did an excellent job of defending my son on drug charges and resisting arrest. He is extremely knowledgeable and very experienced. His experience made a considerable difference in the trial and resulted in a satisfactory outcome.
Michael John Stone's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He always has his client's best interest at heart."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mike Stone was co counsel with me on a criminal case....Lawyer Stone is a very smart, caring, highly professional lawyer...He always works very hard to get the best results for clients. If I need help on a complicated case, Mike is one of the lawyers I trust to confer with. I highly recommend Mike Stone."
"Michael Stone is in my opinion one of the best criminal defense lawyers in Houston. He is well versed in the law and is very comfortable before a jury. He is known to be tenacious in his representation of his clients. Michael is also very approachable as a person. I would hire him to help a loved one."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mike Stone is one of the most formidable, hardest working criminal lawyers in Texas. His experience in every type of criminal law – from Capital Murder to simple misdemeanors – makes him one of the most respected attorneys that the State has to face. Whenever I have a question of law or a scenario that I need to work out, I talk to Mike and his advice is invaluable. I highly recommend Mike to anyone who needs the sound advice and the determination of a criminal lawyer who wants to win."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a superb lawyer. He is dedicated, clever, and tenacious. He fights for his clients and gets results."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer's work. Smart, hardworking, and imaginative. When I was at the Harris County District Attorney's Office, I had an opportunity to work on cases where Mr. Stone represented the accused and when I really got to know him. If I were ever accused of an offense, he'd be the first one I'd call."
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Experience
Honors
2018
40th Anniversary, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
College of the State Bar, State Bar of Texas
1984
Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
1978
Order of the Lytae, The Order of the Lytae
1978
American Jurisprudence Award, South Texas College of Law
Work Experience
1978 - Present
Criminal Trial Attorney since 1978, Michael J. Stone Attorney At Law
2013 - 2015
Defense Lawyer, 209th District Court
1978 - 1978
Legal Intern, 230th District Court
Associations
1985 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Harris County Criminal Lawyers AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Texas Board Of Legal Specialization - -Criminal LawMember
1983 - Present
United States Supreme CourtAdmitted to Practice
1980 - Present
Houston Bar AssociationMember
1978 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
1978 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of TexasAdmitted to Practice
1978 - Present
United States Court of appeals for the 5th circuitAdmitted to Practice
College of the State Bar of Texas
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Texas v. Demetrius Simms
Capital Murder case tried to a jury 4 times with the state seeking the death penalty each time. The final result was a life sentence.
Education
1978
South Texas College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
University of Texas
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers