Michael P Studebaker

Michael P Studebaker

3.7
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Ogden, UT
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Civil Rights ... +2 more

2550 Washington Blvd Ste 329, Ogden, UT

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Murder, drugs, sex crimes, crimes of violence, shoplifting, domestic violence, felony cases, misdemeanor offenses, assaults, theft, any crime in any court throughout Utah

9 years

50%
Divorce and Separation 20%

Divorce and related issues are high conflict that needs a compassionate and knowledgeable lawyer to help you.

20%
Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

This is an area of law that helps good people regain their lives again.

10%
Civil Rights 10%

Representing people who have had their rights violated at the hands of the government.

9 years

10%
Juvenile Law 10%

Representing both parents and juveniles in juvenile court.

9 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 21 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2004

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2013

Licensed in Kentucky for 23 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2002

Former Member

Location

Studebaker Legal Services, P.C.

2550 Washington Blvd Ste 329, Ogden, UT, 84401-3126

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Michael P Studebaker's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.7 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

5 star (2)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I would never recommend Studebaker for Custody

My case had to do with custody of my child. Michael did not represent me well in court or I should say almost not at all. Me and Studebaker had conversations about things the other party was trying to use against me and he was supposed to look into some things to get it dismissed because it was incor...rect. He completely forgot about these conversations we had, and in court when the matter was brought up he looked at me and asked “is that true”. Very unprofessional when we had a couple conversations about it. When I tried speaking to him to have him bring up certain points he pretty much shushed me and I looked ridiculous while the other party got his way. I left the court so in shock and in tears because I did not deserve that treatment especially since I had to pull money out of my butt for this help that I did not get. When trying to reach out to studebaker for a week to go over my concerns, he would not even give me the time of day unless I was on his schedule and he was charging me by the minute. So I never even got to voice my concerns to him because he did not care. I would not recommend him for custody. He just showed up for the money and didn’t pay attention to the clients needs and facts AT ALL and certainly did not remember them. I am a great mother who had financially provided while the other party got away with not financially providing for 4 1/2 years. I have always worked and I deserved much better than that.

Posted by Derek | June 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Defender of veterans

Mr Studebaker has been handling my custody case with my ex wife who for the last 9 years has been less than cordial for lack of better words. My case is difficult due to the fact that we reside in different states but Mike has made this a stress free experience with win after win against my sons moth...ers attorney who is just a paper mill attorney trying to squeeze every penny he possibly can out of her. Mr Studebaker really cares for his clients and is extremely down to earth and puts you at ease. It has been a pleasure working with him and his entire staff.

Posted by Tami | May 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Studebaker takes the case

Mike has done a great job with my divorce proceedings. He fights for the rights of those that have been taken advantage of. His skills as an attorney go over and above the norms of other attorneys. Mike is kind, friendly and is very knowledgeable. He worked hard and quickly to get papers filed for my... proceedings. He answered all of the questions that i had and his staff were very friendly. He is skillful litigator and has a charming personality. He does really great at helping calm my nerves before going into the courtroom. I am grateful for his willingness to take on my case.

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Michael P Studebaker's Lawyer Endorsements

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Aric Cramer

Criminal defense lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael and I have worked together on a number of criminal defense matters. He is passionate and unrelenting in speaking truth to power, no matter how much it is unpopular."

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Travis Marker

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"There is a notation on this attorneys record. Don't let that throw you. He is very ethical and highly motivated to do the right thing. I trust his legal advice and respect his advocacy style. I know that he will do right by his clients. I associated with him in the court on a regular basis for six years. He is an excellent trial attorney and litigator."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013.

Public Reprimand issued in UT, 2013

updated on 05/15/2016

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Michael’s comment:

“This related to a medical lien on a small PI settlement. I made the decision to take the public reprimand rather than wasting time to go to trial on the issue.”

Honors

2013

Lawyer of the Year, Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2007

Trial Lawyer of the Year, Utah Parental Defense

Work Experience

2004 - 2016

Attorney, Studebaker Legal Services, P.C.

2003 - 2004

Attorney, Department of Public Advocacy

2002 - 2003

Staff Attorney, Appalachian Research & Defense Fund Of Ky

1992 - 1999

Soldier, United States Army

Associations

2005 - Present

Utah Defense Lawyers Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Second Degree Felony Assault Against Peace Officer

Plea Bargain

DUI

Dismissed

Second Degree Felony Aggravated Assault

Acquittal

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Education

2002

Franklin Pierce Law Center

J.D.

1995

Regents College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Faith in Reform

6th Amendment

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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