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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Posted by Linda | June 24, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Fantastic, very personable and professional.

Mr. Holje is an excellent Attorney. He took our case and did not hide anything from us. He told us exactly the worst possible scenario. He is a straight shooter and is very upfront. Sometimes his no BS approach was hard to listen to, because it was scary to hear what could happen according to the Law..., but it was necessary to be honest so there wouldn't be any surprises when it came time for sentencing if the case were to get that far. He told us what we should do that would help us have the best possible outcome and I believe we got that with him and he truly cares about his clients. I would recommend him to anyone looking for great, knowledgeable representation. We hired Mr. Holje in March of 2012. The moment we walked into his office and started talking to him, we knew we had made the right choice for a Criminal Defense Attorney.

Posted by John | October 08, 2013

Excellent, Professional Service

Mike provided exceptional, honest professional advice and services. Despite the fact that I was over 2000 miles away, Mike looked out for my best interests and always kept me informed. Even before he was retained, Mike offered open and honest communication. He has my highest recommendation!

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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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Danielle Hawkes

Criminal defense lawyer

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Steven Burton

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Kenneth Brown

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Jim Bradshaw

Criminal defense lawyer

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Philip Wormdahl

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

Mountain States Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

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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

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Gross Registered Weight Traffic Citation

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Possession of Drug Paraphernalia in West Valley Justice Court

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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

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