Michael J. Gutheinz

Michael J. Gutheinz

also known as Mike Gutheinz

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Friendswood, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Drug Crime

307 S. Friendswood Drive, Suite B3, Friendswood, TX

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

18 years | 400 cases

40%
Divorce and Separation 40%

13 years | 50 cases

40%
Drug Crime 20%

13 years | 50 cases

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 19 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2006

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Gutheinz Law Firm, LLP

307 S. Friendswood Drive, Suite B3, Friendswood, TX, 77546

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Michael J. Gutheinz's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great lawyer

He was very transparent with me and walked me through the whole process with my court dates and what I should when the day finally came he also recommended many good courses to take that would help my case and he was very friendly during all of our meetings I made sure I made a good decision by choos...ing to work with the Gutheinz law firm and Mr.Gutheinz first hand

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

5 STAR ATTORNEY!!!

I would recommend Mike to anyone. He helped me with my legal matter and truly cared and worked hard on my case. Its very difficult to find a criminal defense attorney these days that will represent you the way Mike Gutheinz and his father represented me. A++++

Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Satisfied Cilient

Mike won our case for us. His manner is one of distinction, strength and honesty. He is well spoken, very wise and truly caring for his clients.

Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Hidden treasure

I will try to be as concise as possible. I was represented by a couple of lawyers until i found Mr Gutheinz. I chose him to represent me in family court and a civil case. Felt like I had a lawyer that you see in the movies. I truly feel sorry for anyone who has to go up against this guy. Mike h...as become our whole family's attorney. When you find yourself needing a lawyer, you are in a very vulnerable situation, Lets be real, Its hard to trust the system. It seems like everyone i know feels like they are taken advantage of. To me, Mike is a honest human, in an inhuman system. He did not waste my time and his outcomes were real world. Sometimes lawyers like to lead you on, so they can clock more hours, Mike does not, he will not. One observation I made was that I think the judges know him, and know he is a straight shooter. They seemed to side with him during the proceedings. (I almost felt bad for the opposing side) As you probably can tell, Im a tough customer, I don't like the feeling being taken advantage of. Mike has restored my faith in the system. When people talk badly about lawyers (I used to be one) I now can say good ones are still out there. I thank you Mike for what you did for me and my family. We will be forever in your debt.

Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2010 | Criminal Defense

Mike Gutheinz is a True Professional

Mike Gutheinz helped me in all aspects of my criminal case. He did a superb job in and out of court and was always available for consultation. The case involved a wrongful burglary charge and thanks to his superb legal skills it resulted in a not guilty verdict.

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Melissa (Lisa) Bruce

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael was opposing counsel on a very contentious matter. No matter how heated the issues got, he always maintained his professionalism, while still being an aggressive and zealous advocate for his client. I would highly recommend Michael for child custody/divorce issues or criminal law matters."

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Joseph Gutheinz

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael John Gutheinz is a superb attorney and has been my law partner for over 5 years and I have been privileged to have served as co-counsel in trials with him. He is a third generation military officer (Major) and a third generation attorney. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of St. Thomas and then went on to South Texas College of Law where he graduated Cum Laude. He is a former Congressional staffer, former part time magistrate judge in Afghanistan and a former JAG Prosecutor."

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Michael Millios

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would trust Mike to represent me if I got into trouble. I've known Mike since 2007 when we first worked together as young JAGs. Mike deeply cares about his clients and fights hard for them. More importantly, he gets great results because of his experience and knowledge. Mike is one of the best!"

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine

2016

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2012

Listed in 67th Edition, Who's Who in America -Marquis

2011

Listed in 66th Edition, Who's Who in America -Marquis

2010

Listed in 65th Edition, Who's Who in America -Marquis

2010

Meritorious Service Medal, United States Army

2009

U.S. Army Commendation Medal, United States Army

2009

NATO Medal, North Atlantic Treaty Organization

2009

Afghanistan Campaign Medal, United States Army

2009

Joint Service Commendation Medal, Department of Defense

2009

Listed in 64th Edition, Who's Who in America -Marquis

2008

Joint Service Achievement Medal, Department of Defense

2008

National Defense Service Medal, United States Army

2008

Listed in the 26th Edition, Marquis Who's Who in the World-Marquis

2008

Global War on Terrorism Medal, United States Army

2008

Army Service Ribbon, United States Army

2008

Air Assault Badge, United States Army

2008

Listed in 63rd Edition, Who's Who in America -Marquis

2007

Listed in 62nd Edition, Who's Who in America -Marquis

2007

Listed in Inaugural Edition, Who's Who in Emerging Leaders -Marquis

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Special Victims Counsel (Major), United States Army Reserve Judge Advocate General's Corps

2010 - Present

Attorney, Gutheinz Law Firm, LLP

2013 - 2015

Command Judge Advocate for the 176th Medical Brigade, United States Army, J.A.G. Corps

2011 - 2011

Adjunct Professor Wills and Trusts, Alvin Community College

2010 - 2010

Special Assistant United States Attorney, United States Army

2009 - 2010

JAG Prosecutor for the United States Army South, Untied States Army JAG

2009 - 2009

Administrative law & Part-time Magistrate Afghanistan, United States Army, J.A.G. Corps

2008 - 2008

Chief Claims Officer Ft. Cambell, United States Army

2007 - 2007

Legal Assistance Attorney F. Campbell, United States Army J.A.G. Corps

2006 - 2007

Congressional Staffer, United States Congresswoman Sheila Gibbs

Associations

2016 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - Present

Brazoria County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Galveston Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2006 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces

Member

2006 - Present

United States Court of Veterans Claims

Member

2006 - Present

United States Tax Court

Member

2015 - 2016

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Texas vs. Jill Doe

Not Guilty

State of Texas vs John Doe

Not Guilty

John Doe v Jill Doe

Judgement in Favor of Gutheinz's Client

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Education

2015

United States Army JAG School

Judge Advocate General Advance Course

2015

United States Army JAG School

Certified Special Victim's Counsel

2008

United States Army Air Assault School

Air Assault

2007

United States Army JAG School

Judge Advocate General-Basic Course

2006

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor (Cum Laude)

2003

University of St. Thomas

BA - Bachelor of Arts (Magna Cum Laude)

Speaking Engagements

2011

St Paul's Catholic Church, Public Forum

Wills and Trusts Overview

Publications

2008

The Fort Campbell Courier Protecting Service Members Against Predatory Lender

2008

The Fort Campbell Courier Tax Stimulus Package May Benefit Soldiers, Veterans

Languages

English

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