Michael T. Holje

Michael T. Holje

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Salt Lake City, UT
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

422 North 300 West, Salt Lake City, UT

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

DUI/DWI, Drug Crimes, Sex Crimes, Domestic Violence, Violent Crimes, Theft Property Crimes, White Collar Crimes, Federal Crimes, Forfeiture of Property

23 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 190-275 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 22 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Brown, Bradshaw and Moffat, L.L.P.

422 North 300 West, Salt Lake City, UT, 84103

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Michael T. Holje's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Expungement

Posted by John | February 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Local Expert on Expungement

Michael is magic. My original case was dismissed without prejudice, (meaning it could come back). Michael was able to get the case dismissed WITH prejudice, (meaning it can not be re-opened), and subsequently expunged from my record. Through this entire process, Mike kept me informed, told me ...what was happening, discussed possible outcomes and overcame objections offered by the prosecution. I was completely and thoroughly satisfied with his efforts, communications, and results. Bye the way, Micheal is a local expungement expert having published articles on the process in Utah. He is a great criminal defense attorney, and I can not recommend him highly enough.

Posted by Anthony | May 29, 2015 | Expungement

Best in the business

Mike was referred to me by my previous lawyer and it was one of the best referrals I have received in life. Was in need of a speedy and clean expungement from a small discretion in my past. This was needed quickly as I surprised with a background check for a potential client and couldn't have my re...putation ruined for something that happened many years ago and was in the past. Mike was more than effective in helping me get things done in a timely manner, expediting where he could to reduce the timeline, and making sure all my bases were covered. I was able to successfully pass the detailed background check thanks to Mike's knowledge and hard work. Would recommend Mike to anyone looking to get an expungement done and would tell you he was worth every penny and I wouldn't blink twice about hiring him again or referring him to friends/family. Mike is a true professional and great person! Mike was also a very nice guy and cared about me as his client. Answered my calls and emails, talked me through my options, and was the expert I was looking for. These are rare qualities in an attorney and it made working with Mike even better. Mike's law firm also represented me on my previously mentioned discretion, and that was also a great experience. Would recommend this law firm to anyone looking for talented and passionate lawyers to get the job done!

Posted by Sean | April 14, 2015 | Expungement

When they tell you it CAN'T be done - Get Mike Holje!

Mike literally saved my life! I was a convicted violent felon with drug/gun history to boot. I spent years turning my life around - went to college, earned a master's degree and graduated Magna Cum Laude as an undergrad. But nobody would give me a chance to prove myself. Mike helped me turn that ...around. He believed in me, and he got the State of Utah to believe in me. My felony was not expungeable, but Mike got the State to agree to reduce it to a misdemeanor - thus making it eligible. Today, I have NO criminal record and am employed in a management position with a very reputable company. I cannot emphasize enough to anyone who needs help out there, that when nobody can help you - Mike Holje CAN! I owe him so much more that this review could ever provide. If you need an expungement, this is your attorney. Call him right now, and don't waste your time talking to anyone else like I did before I met him. There was literally NO attorney in the Salt Lake area who could help me. I had all but given up when I met Mike. He's open, honest, realistic, and down to Earth. To say that I recommend him would be the greatest understatement of my life. If you need an attorney, you need Mike Holje. Thank you Mike!

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2015 | Expungement

Expungement case

My case ended in a success. My expungement was questionable considering it was considered domestic violence. However, after the District Attorney's objections to the expungement, I was cleared. After years of paying my debt back to society, lost income, unable to get past background screening, my... misdemeanor was cleared from my record. Thank you Michael.

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Michael T. Holje's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Josie Brumfield

Unknown lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Danielle Hawkes

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is the kind of attorney who is going to take the time to listen to your case carefully and find the best possible solution. He is smart and thoughtful and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled attorney."

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Steven Burton

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"On several occasions I have seen Mike in action and discussed cases with him and I have learned new skills and tactics each time just by watching him. I would recommend him to anyone."

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Philip Wormdahl

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is a talented criminal defense attorney. He fights vigorously in court and is dedicated to getting the best result possible for his clients. I do not hesitate when recommending Mike."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

Mountain States Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

N/A

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2003 - 2011

Attorney, Brown, Bradshaw and Moffat L.L.P.

Associations

Utah State Bar

Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Sample of Legal Cases

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Gross Registered Weight Traffic Citation

Dismissal

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia in West Valley Justice Court

Dismissal

Expungement

Dismissal

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Education

2003

University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law

Juris Doctorate

2000

University of Utah

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

New Lawyer CLE

"A Day in the Life of a Peon: What You Should Expect and What You Shouldn't Stand for as an Associate"

Publications

2011

Nate Carlisle The Salt Lake Tribune June 3, 2011 Some Utahns Find Their Expunged Criminal Past is Still Present

2004

Angie Welling The Deseret News March 10, 2004 Federal Prison Sentence Vacated by Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals

Languages

English

Activity

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