Michael Souccar

Michael Souccar

3.9
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence

3800 North Central. ave, Suite 770, Phoenix, AZ

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 23 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2002

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The Law office of Michael Souccar LLC.

3800 North Central. ave, Suite 770, Phoenix, AZ, 85004

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Michael Souccar's Reviews

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3.9 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Lazy with zero effort, respect, or communication

DO NOT AND I REPEAT DO NOT ALLOW THIS MAN TO REPRESENT YOU. Impossible to get ahold of not to mention all he tries to do is shove a “good” plea down your throat and if you say no he literally will get mad and start yelling at you throwing accusations that it’s your fault this and that. YOUR THE CLIE...NT NOT THE ATTORNEY. This is his job ,which he does thee absolute bare minimum. He doesn’t give a crap it’s not his life on the line. Absolutely will not fight for you. Obviously I’m sure if you retained him and he was being paid privately rather than through the state maybe he would care a little bit but seriously doubtful.

Posted by Mitchel Weindorf | November 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Look no further, this is your lawayer!

Michael is well educated in the judicial system, he’s an amazing lawyer and worth every penny!! I was looking at ALOT of time, that I walked away with a few years of probation. He guided me through every process and was always there to answer my every question. I’d recommend him to anybody in need of... a lawyer!

Posted by Margaret | July 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Best In The West

On October 8, 2017 I had the enormous misfortune of being arrested for a class 3 felony, aggravated assault, deadly and in need of expert legal counsel. It was by the grace of God that I was referred to Michael Souccar, and for he and the referral I am eternally grateful. If you too are in need of ...expert legal services do yourself a favor and hire Mr. Souccar. I am a 59-year-old woman with a previously spotless criminal record, never having been charged or cited with more than a couple of parking and moving violations. To find myself in a situation facing 5 to 30 years in a state prison was more than I able to logically comprehend. Upon meeting with Mr. Souccar in his office I found confidence that he has been in the Top 100 Trial Attorney’s in Arizona for two years. Achievements like this are important, they demonstrate excellence in ones chosen profession. Mr. Souccar is my version of St. Michael the Archangel. Protecting me from the wickedness and snares of our justice system. Michael Souccar has been in my corner fighting for me every step of the way. I accepted a plea deal fearing the worst of a trial verdict and Mr. Souccar remains in my corner fighting for me to this day, protecting me/my rights whatever is left of them. People within the MCSO have said to me, “I don’t know who you are, but you have friends in the courts looking out for you.” Well, what an unprofessional thing to say to an inmate was my first thought but so grateful that Michael Souccar is looking out for me, not allowing me to be treated unfairly or unjustly “in the system”. I highly recommend Michael Souccar to anyone and everyone who is need of legal counsel, he will provide for you top notch legal services and stay with you through the course of your experience with the best results possible. As mentioned previously I have never been in any sort of legal trouble before in my life; I feel sorry for others whose stories I’ve heard and the representation that they have received from other legal counselors. I could and will go on praising Mr. Souccar for eternity. I don’t know what my status or future would hold or be if I had not found him. I thank God that Michael Souccar has “been there for me” and I will keep him and his family for generations to come in my daily prayers for as long as I am alive. There are not many people in my life that I hold in higher esteem. If you want the best legal representation, Michael Souccar is the man for you. Margaret

Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2018 | DUI & DWI

Guess we should of toss him some money!

Looks like if you have a DUI or $ he'll do his job..NO MONEY you'll do the time w the comment "take it, it's a good plea" We gave him straight out hand written evidence and he called it "chicken scratch" n said "what do you want me to do w it"..Really? Gave a plea to his client that got pulled due to... checking the box that stated "I do not have more than 2 felonies"..I had 7..he didn't even take ownership in front of the judge but blamed my young age n said "she didn't understand" your the attorney to advise and help them understand..no interviews to a counteractive statement in police report..I was looking at 5mo in DOC w 1st plea, got 4.5yr w redone 2nd plea ..probably time served n an apology if interviews had been done and pleas read correctly..guess we should of waved $$$$$ at him to get him to do his job..oops an oxymoron ...his job weather paid or not is to defend you to the fullest..don't take public cases if your not willing to do YOUR JOB.. brush up and reread the oath you swore by..represent your client fully! No $..ask to change counsel for someone who will do their job!

Posted by IL | April 23, 2015 | Criminal Defense

We Won

Michael souccar was an amazing attorney and was able to get my criminal case dismissed!!!WORTH EVERY DOLLAR!!After my experience with him, I will never rely on a public defender again!!! Through out the process Michael was informative, responsive, & understanding; which was extremely helpful with kee...ping me calm, cool, and collected.

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Michael Souccar's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jorge Castañeda

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Souccar is an exceptional criminal defense lawyer. He has a wealth of experience in criminal law and will fight vigorously for his clients. I highly endorse Mr. Souccar."

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Andrew Alex

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Borrelli

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mike Souccar for more than a decade. He is an experienced passionate attorney who routinely goes above and beyond for his clients."

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Raymond Kimble

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have observed Mike in court a number of times. Mike is very knowledgeable and aggressive. He gets great results for his clients"

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Marvin Davis

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael Souccar. I have known and worked with Mike for over a decade and have found him to be very knowledgeable and passionate regarding his client's legal rights."

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Robert Singer

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Michael for about 15 years and I would, without hesitation, refer him to anyone who had any criminal defense needs. Because of Michael's knowledge and expertise in the area of criminal law along with what I know to be zealous advocacy for his clients, I have referred my family members and my own clients to Michael. Michael is personable, easy to work with and genuinely cares about the outcome of his cases. I would highly recommend that anyone with criminal defense needs consider Michael."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Top 40 under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2015

Best of 2015 award, Thumbtack

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 40 under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney, The Law offices of Michael Souccar LLC

2003 - 2007

Senior Attorney, Maricopa County Public Defender

Associations

2002 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Education

2001

Arizona State University

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

California State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Arabic

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