PRO

Licensed for 19 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Drug Crime ... +4 more

Virtual Consultation Available

Free Consultation

About Aaron

Biography

There is a reason why I have twice as many reviews as anyone else! 2012-2021 SUPER LAWYER * Top 100 Trial Lawyer * Top 40 Under 40 * AV-Preeminent Rated * AVVO 10.0 * Top Valley DUI Lawyer * Top 1% ***

"I Understand That Even Good People Sometimes Find Themselves In Bad Situations."

Listed in Southwest Super Lawyer Magazine as a 2014-2021 Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense and DUI:

Listed in Southwest Super Lawyer Magazine as a 2012 and 2013 Super Lawyer Rising Star in Criminal Defense:DUI;
Recognized by the National Advocacy for DUI Defense as one of the Top DUI Defense Lawyers in Arizona for 2014-2021;
Rated by North Valley Magazine as Top Valley DUI Lawyers in 2012-2021;
Martindale-Hubbel AV-Preeminent Lawyer, the highest level of professional excellence;
2013-2021 National Trial Lawyers - Top 100 Trial Lawyer;
2013-2021 National Trial Lawyers - Top 40 Under 40;
AVVO 10.0 with rating client reviews

Aaron was raised in Phoenix, AZ and attended Brophy College Preparatory. After graduating high school he attended The University of Arizona where he majored in Political Science. While in college, Aaron was president and player for the Arizona Rugby Football Club. After graduating college Aaron decided pursue a Law Degree. Aaron attended the University of South Dakota. While obtaining a very fine education he spent time on the South Dakota family farm hunting and fishing.

After passing both the Arizona and South Dakota Bar Exams Aaron was quickly employed by the Office of the Maricopa County Public Defender. As a Deputy Public Defender he defended hundreds of individuals against serious felony charges. Aaron defended Drug, Conspiracy, Aggravated Assault, Aggravated DUI, Manslaughter, Murder, Money Laundering and almost every other crime in Arizona. Aaron has spent countless hours in the courtroom, has argued over 20 trials, and is extremely experienced.

Currently, Aaron is in private practice. His practice is limited criminal defense and DUI defense in all Arizona justice, municipal, state and federal courts. In addition, over the last three years has placed a strong emphasis on DUI and DUI related crimes such as vehicular manslaughter and vehicular assault.

If you ever have any questions or would like to know more about Aaron Black please feel free to contact the Law Office of Aaron M. Black, PLLC.

Aaron M. Black

Law Office of Aaron M. Black, PLLC4702 N. 32nd StreetPhoenix, AZ Office of Aaron M. Black, PLLC

"I Understand That Good People Sometimes Find Themselves In Bad Situations" - There is a reason why I have twice as many reviews as anyone else!

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 80%

I defend DUI, Extreme DUI, Super Extreme DUI and Aggravated DUI cases in all Arizona courts including Scottsdale, Tempe, Phoenix, Glendale, Gilbert, and all Justice Courts.

20 years

80%

Criminal Defense 10%

Any criminal case in city. municipal, justice, superior or federal courts.

20 years

10%

Drug Crime 5%

Domestic Violence 2%

20 years

Federal Crime 1%

20 years

Sex Crime 1%

Violent Crime 1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Payment Methods

Cash
Check
Credit Card

Awards

2026 2025 2024

...

+ 13

2014 2013 2012

Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 19 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in South Dakota for 18 years

State: South Dakota

Acquired: 2007

Inactive

No misconduct found

See All Attorney Licenses See Less Attorney Licenses

Location

Law Office of Aaron M. Black, PLLC

(602) 609-6845

Mobile

4702 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85014

aaronblacklaw.com

Get Directions

Law Office of Aaron M. Black, pllc

(602) 609-6845

Mobile

3260 N. Hayden Road, Suite #210-378, Scottsdale, AZ, 85281

aaronblacklaw.com

Get Directions

Law Office of Aaron M. Black, pllc

(602) 609-6845

Mobile

1425 West Elliot Road, Suite 201, Gilbert, AZ, 85233

aaronblacklaw.com

Get Directions

Law Office of Aaron M. Black, pllc

(602) 609-6845

Mobile

1455 West Van Buren Street, Goodyear, AZ, 85338

aaronblacklaw.com

Get Directions

Law Office of Aaron M. Black, pllc

(602) 609-6845

Mobile

10100 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ, 85345

aaronblacklaw.com

Get Directions

See All Locations See Less Locations

Gallery

Online Presence

Other places you can find Aaron online.

Aaron Michael Black's Reviews

Overall Rating
This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.

5.0 /5.0

560 Client Reviews

Avvo

5.0

(559)

Lawyers.com

5.0

(1 )

See client reviews from Lawyers.com

Showing 81 - 85 of 190 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Gail | February 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent DUI Lawyer

Referred to us by a local judge, Aaron was the ideal attorney for our 22-year-old son who got his first DUI. He stepped us through the entire process, communicated with us and him on an ongoing basis, and was responsive, thorough and professional. He also counseled our son to complete the alcohol s...creening, classes, MADD impact panel and interlock ignition device installation before sentencing. Most importantly, through his relationships with the prosecutors, he was able to negotiate our son's case from a Super Extreme DUI to an Extreme DUI. This saved us money as well as jail time, home detention time and the duration of the interlock ignition device. We would recommend Aaron to anyone looking for a skilled DUI attorney.

See Full Review Collapse Review

Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

THIS is the guy you want in your corner, *truly*. Do yourself a *tremendous* favor and call him NOW.

I can’t *possibly* say enough wonderful things about Aaron in less than 4000 characters, but I’ll try: I got a super extreme DUI, and I honestly thought my life was over. My family tried to talk me out of hiring an attorney due to the cost. I considered it, but ultimately I overruled them, THANK G...OD. I talked with two other well-recommended DUI attorneys in Phoenix before I met with Aaron. The first didn’t make me feel particularly confident. The second was misleading and underhanded. His ethics were questionable at best. I left feeling manipulated and lied to. I met with Aaron later that afternoon. I told my roommates of my experience with the previous lawyer, and one of them came with me to meet with Aaron, as a sort of reality check from someone able to be more objective; someone who *wasn’t* fragile, terrified, and vulnerable to manipulation. Aaron was genuinely friendly, down-to-earth, and as non-judgmental of a person as I’ve ever met. Over a period of 30 minutes, I gritted my teeth and described every embarrassing detail of the incident. Aaron never raised an eyebrow, never flashed a disapproving expression or uttered a judgmental word. He remained thoroughly amiable and completely unperturbed by my revelations, and his calm demeanor, friendly compassion, and unconditional acceptance put me more at ease than I had been at any time since the incident. More importantly, though, his instant grasp of the technical realities of my situation made me begin to think that I might have found my lawyer. My roommate was completely prepared to dislike this new lawyer, or, at the very least, to point out any questionable statement, logical inconsistency, or attempt at manipulation. He genuinely liked Aaron – much to his chagrin: He doesn’t like anyone. Especially lawyers. Aaron explained all of the nuances of the law that could potentially have an effect on my case. He explained how we would deal with any contingency that might arise during the process. By the time I left, I had a clear and comprehensive understanding of the situation, including the range of possible outcomes. He didn’t sugar-coat his explanations – my infraction was gravely serious, as was the potential sentence I was facing, and trying to shield me from the reality of my situation wouldn’t have done me any favors. But at no time did he try employing any sort of scare tactic or other attempt at deceptive manipulation in an effort to get me to sign a contract. There are a ton of tasks that nearly everyone who gets a DUI in Arizona needs to accomplish, many of which are incredibly confusing. It was overwhelming. Aaron explained everything I needed to do and walked me through each step, while continuing to file motions, interview witnesses, and examine evidence. I was informed every step of the way. Aaron had me complete everything I could in advance of my court date, such as completing the alcohol screening, getting my restricted license, and completing the alcohol education classes, so when I finally went in front of the judge, she could see that I was being proactive and responsible. The judge has broad discretion in many aspects of sentencing and punishment, and I’m confident that this very good impression contributed to my mercifully light sentence. In the end, Aaron did the kind of thing I imagine nearly everyone in my position prays for: He watched hours of video from the arresting officer, and within that video he found that the officer violated a procedure. It was a tiny thing, easily overlooked, and something that neither I nor anyone I’ve spoken with was aware of; a new law that had only been in effect for a year. Armed with that, he was able to get my case reduced from a super extreme DUI to a regular DUI. This saved me thousands of dollars, a year with the interlock, many days in jail, and probably my career. I do not believe it is hyperbole to say: Aaron saved my life. This is the guy you want in your corner. Call him.

See Full Review Collapse Review

Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

AMAZING

I called Aaron the day after I got a DUI. He was the only lawyer I contacted who made me feel understood, especially since I'm a nurse. He was one of the only lawyers I spoke to who has had experience working with healthcare professionals. He started working on my case right away. He took the time to... explain what I should expect along with steps I needed to take. More importantly he continually reassured me that he was available for any question or concern I may have. He is extremely personable, calm, and detail oriented. My mom and sister met him when I was in court and they really like him! It took less than four months from when I received my DUI to when I signed my plea deal and BELIEVE ME, Aaron got me a plea deal 1000000000% better than what I was looking at. HIGHLY highly highly recommend.

See Full Review Collapse Review

Posted by Jeff | August 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

"The best of the best". (No kidding!!)

We were charged with a host of charges including driving under the influence of alcohol as well as prescription drugs. If found guilty, there was likely high fines, loss of driving as well as possible incarceration. We needed the best of the best to help us with our case. It just didn't seem right. A...aron spent time with us. Asked questions that (I didn't realize "then") were relative. He extended the hearings while working with his AMAZING sources to collect all of the facts. Then, ultimately submitted our argument of our case to the court. I was in awe of the knowledge this man had of other cases and the facts of law. The conclusion? CASE DISMISSED! Damned right I'll submit this review. He's TRULY that good. AND A GENUINE GOOD HEARTED GUY as well. Yep, I can see why he may be known as "The Best of the Best!"

See Full Review Collapse Review

Posted by Adonis | July 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE

So to begin with he was very knowledgeable and straightforward original I had contact a few other attorneys specifically from the DM Cantor group they praised their own abilities so much promising to get my dui charge completely reduced to nothing which did not seem realistic after meeting with Aaron... he said to me the worst thing that can happen is we lose you have a case that is straight forward where the evidence doesn't work in your favor but maybe we can at least get the charges reduced we will push for nothing but it's unlikely now this seemed like a much more likely outcome and I like how thorough he was when explaining the circumstances to covering many aspects of the law and how it worked with and against me he was always quick to return calls emails and text the whole process took about 3 months and by the end of it this man got my extreme dui reduced to a reckless driving absolutely fantastic i would not recommend any other attorney in this field he treats you with absolute respect even though your paying for his services he treats you like a friend and he is honest you won't get that with a lot of attorneys they sell false hope he tells you what to expect but doesn't set the bar there

See Full Review Collapse Review

See All Client Reviews

« First ‹ Prev 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 Next › Last »

Aaron Michael Black's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Aaron

Jacie Cotterell

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Arthur Hall

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Aaron is an extremely knowledgeable defense attorney especially in the area of DUI law. I've reached out to him on many occasions when I needed guidance on difficult legal issues with my cases. He is a wealth of knowledge and uses this ability to advocate for his clients and achieve some impossible results. I have no hesitation in endorsing Mr. Black."

Matthew Bartz

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've know Aaron for several years now and have seen him both in City, State and Federal Court. I consider him to be a skilled and hard working attorney that takes great pride in fighting for his clients."

Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Black. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."

Gordon Nicol

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Melody Harmon

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Zachary Storrs

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Black is an excellent attorney. He is at the cutting edge of DUI law and is a highly successful trial attorney."

Matthew Marner

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Aaron Black for a number of years, have practiced in the same courtrooms, and have had the opportunity to watch him in trial several times. His level of knowledge and skill as a criminal trial lawyer is exceptional. I've actually learned valuable lessons by observing him in the courtroom. Even more important, Aaron cares about sticking up for his clients. He cares about fighting hard for them and making sure they are treated fairly by the justice system. It would be difficult to find a trial lawyer who has better legal skills combined with a truer sense of justice. I sincerely recommend Aaron Black."

Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Ryan Tait

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Aaron for the majority of his career as an attorney and have seen first-hand his commitment to aggressively representing his clients. As a prosecutor, I dealt with Aaron as opposing counsel. He was always professional, yet persistent and passionate, achieving fantastic results for his clients. I endorse him without hesitation."

Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

John Sullivan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In many years of practice in state and federal courts, I have handled hundreds of cases. From time to time, I refer people to a small group of lawyers whom I trust to provide a high level of competent and diligent services. Aaron Black is one of those lawyers in whom I place great trust, especially a DUI case. More importantly, Atty. Black strives to price his services within a range reasonable for the average person and representative of the complexity of the defense. One meeting with Aaron Black should convince you that he is the lawyer for you."

Steven Bowers

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Paul Stanko

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Kristi Morley

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

John Kelly

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great attorney in the Phoenix area. He is a top attorney to call if you have a DUI. I endorse him with full confidence."

Jason Lieber

Unknown lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Isabel Cueva

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Black is one of the finest criminal defense attorney in his state. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession."

Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Scott Macleod

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

See More Lawyer Endorsements See Less Lawyer Endorsements View All Endorsements

Arthur Hall

Criminal defense lawyer

Matthew Bartz

Criminal defense lawyer

Matthew Marner

Criminal defense lawyer

Kristi Morley

Estate planning lawyer

David Munoz

Criminal defense lawyer

Kristopher Califano

Criminal defense lawyer

Suzanne Watts

Real estate lawyer

Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer

Ryan Skiver

Personal injury lawyer

Bret Royle

Criminal defense lawyer

Matthew Fendon

Workers compensation lawyer

Bamidele Adelayo

Criminal defense lawyer

Jason Gronski

Criminal defense lawyer

Brian Smith

Criminal defense lawyer

Natalee Segal

Criminal defense lawyer

Dawnese Hustad

Criminal defense lawyer

Jon Martinez

Criminal defense lawyer

Aaron Richter

Tax lawyer

Paul Knost

Criminal defense lawyer

Douglas Daly

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating: 10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2024

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2024

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2024

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2023

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2023

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2023

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2023

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2023

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Super Lawyers, Arizona Super Lawyer

2022

Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2022

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2022

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell®

2022

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2022

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2022

Top Lawyers, Phoenix Magazine

2021

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2021

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2021

Super Lawyers, Arizona Super Lawyer

2021

Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2021

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2021

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2021

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2021

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2021

Southwest Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2020

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2020

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

AV, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2020

2020 Scottsdale Airpark Top Lawyers, Scottsdale Airpark News

2019

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2019

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2019

Best Law Firms, Best Lawyers

2019

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2019

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2019

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2019

AV, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2019

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2019

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2018

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2018

AV, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2018

2018 Top Rated Lawyer, Legal Leaders

2018

Top Lawyers, Phoenix Magazine

2018

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2018

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America

2018

Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2017

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2017

Top Lawyers, Phoenix Magazine

2017

Premier DUI Attorney, American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

2017

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2017

Super Lawyers, Phoenix Magazine

2017

Super Lawyers, Arizona Super Lawyer

2017

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2016

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2016

AV, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Premier DUI Attorney, American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

2016

Top Lawyers, Phoenix Magazine

2016

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2016

Best Lawyers, Legal Network

2016

Top Attorneys in Arizona, Phoenix Magazine

2016

America's Most Honored Professionals, The American Registry

2016

20 Best Phoenix DUI Lawyers, Expertise

2016

Best DUI Lawyers in Phoenix, Expertise

2016

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Super Lawyers, Arizona Super Lawyer

2015

AV, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Best Lawyers, Legal Network

2015

Member, The National Association of Distinguished Lawyers

2015

Best Lawyers, Legal Network

2015

Super Lawyers, Arizona Super Lawyer

2015

Top 1%, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2015

Top 1 Percent, America's Most Honored Professionals

2015

Top Lawyers, Phoenix Magazine

2015

Premier DUI Attorney, American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Top Contributor, Avvo

2015

Super Lawyers, Arizona Super Lawyer

2014

AV, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Recognition, Super Lawyers

2014

Top Lawyers, Phoenix Magazine

2014

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

AV Preeminent 4.9 out of 5.0 Peer Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top Attorney DUI, AVVO

2014

Top Attorney Criminal Defense, AVVO

2014

Top Lawyers in Arizona, The Legal Network

2014

Super Lawyers, Arizona Super Lawyer

2014

Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2014

Recognition, Southwest Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Top Lawyers, Phoenix Magazine

2014

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2014

Best Lawyers, Legal Network

2014

Best Lawyers, Legal Network

2014

Client's Choice, Avvo

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

AV, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Rising Star, Southwest Super Lawyers

2013

Top Attorney - DUI, AVVO

2013

Top Attorney - Criminal Defense, AVVO

2013

Clients' Choice, AVVO

2013

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Recognition, Southwest Super Lawyers

2013

Recognition, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Recognition, Super Lawyers

2013

Recognition, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Top Lawyers, Phoenix Magazine

2013

Super Lawyers Rising Star, Phoenix Magazine

2013

Top Attorneys in Arizona, AZ Magazine

2013

Top Lawyers, Phoenix Magazine

2013

Super Lawyer Rising Star, Phoenix Magazine

2013

Top Lawyers in Arizona, The Legal Network

2013

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2013

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

AV Preeminent 4.9 out of 5.0 Peer Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Rising Star, Arizona Super Lawyer

2013

Top Lawyers, Phoenix Magazine

2013

Top Attorneys in Arizona, AZ Magazine

2013

Best Lawyers, Legal Network

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Southwest Super Lawyers

2012

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Top Attorneys in Arizona, AZ Magazine

2012

Arizona Top Rated Lawyer: Criminal Defense, Arizona's Top Rated Lawyers: Wall Street Journal and Arizona Republic

2012

AV, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2012

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2012

Top Attorneys in Arizona, AZ Magazine

2012

Recognition, Southwest Super Lawyers

2012

Recognition, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Southwest Super Lawyer Rising Star, AZ Magazine

2012

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2012

Top Lawyers, Phoenix Magazine

2012

AV Preeminent 4.9 out of 5.0 Peer Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Rising Star, Arizona Super Lawyer

2011

Certificate of Competency, Arizona Forensic Science Academy

2010

Certificate of Competency, Advanced Trial College -Maricopa County Public Defender

2009

Certificate of Competency, Trial College - Maricopa County Public Defender

See All Honors See Less Honors

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney at Law, Law Office of Aaron M. Black, PLLC

2013 - 2015

Judge, Maricopa County Judge Pro Tem

2007 - 2011

Public Defender, Maricopa County Public Defender Office

2006 - 2007

Law Clerk, Maricopa County Public Defender

2005 - 2005

Law Intern, Maricopa County Public Defender

See All Work Experiences See Less Work Experiences

Associations

2017 - Present

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Founding Member

2017 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2017 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2017 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2017 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2016 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2016 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2016 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Founding Member

2016 - Present

South Dakota State Bar

Member

2016 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

2015 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2015 - Present

National Advocacy for DUI Defense

Member

2015 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2015 - Present

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Founding Member

2015 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board of Governors

2014 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board of Governors

2014 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board Member

2013 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board of Governors

2013 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2013 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Attorney Member

2013 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board Member

2013 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Board Member

2012 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Attorney Member

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

State Bar of South Dakota

Member

2006 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2006 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2006 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

2006 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Attorney Member

2018 - 2018

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2018 - 2018

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2017 - 2017

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2017 - 2017

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2017 - 2017

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2017 - 2017

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - 2017

South Dakota State Bar

Member

2017 - 2017

State Bar of Arizona

member

2017 - 2017

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Founding Member

2017 - 2017

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - 2016

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - 2016

South Dakota State Bar

Member

2016 - 2016

State Bar of Arizona

Member

2016 - 2016

National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Member

2016 - 2016

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2016 - 2016

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2016 - 2016

American Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2016

National Advocacy for DUI Defense

Member

2016 - 2016

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2016 - 2016

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Founding Member

2015 - 2015

National Advocacy for DUI Defense

Member

2015 - 2015

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2015 - 2015

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Associate Member

2015 - 2015

National Trial Lawyers Association

Associate Member

2015 - 2015

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Founding Member

2015 - 2015

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2014 - 2014

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - 2014

National Trial Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2014 - 2014

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board of Governors

2014 - 2014

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2014 - 2014

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board Member

2013 - 2013

National Trial Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2013 - 2013

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board Member

2013 - 2013

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - 2013

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2013 - 2013

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board of Governors

2013 - 2013

Better Business Bureau

Member

2012 - 2012

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board Member

2012 - 2012

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board of Governors

2012 - 2012

Better Business Bureau

Member

2012 - 2012

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board Member

2012 - 2012

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board of Governors

2012 - 2012

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Associate Member

2011 - 2011

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board of Governors

2011 - 2011

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Associate Member

2010 - 2010

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Associate Member

2009 - 2009

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Associate Member

2008 - 2008

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Associate Member

2007 - 2007

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Associate Member

2006 - 2006

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Associate Member

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Board Member

See All Associations See Less Associations

Sample of Legal Cases

Kidnapping and Aggravated Assault - Dismissed

Dismissed

Assault Domestic Violence (Phoenix) - Dismissed at trial- 8/22/2017

Dismissed Domestic Violence

Extreme DUI .153 (Phoenix) - Dismissed - 8/16/2017

Extreme DUI Dismissed

Leaving the Scene of an Accident (Mesa) - Dismissed - 8/15/2017

Dismissed

Criiminal Damage Domestic Violence - Phoenix - NOT GUILTY

Not Guilty

Assault Doemstic Violence - Phoenix - Dismissed

Dismissed

Assault Domestic Violence - City of Phoenix

Dismissed

Disorderly Conduct and Criminal Nuisance

Dismissed

Assault Domestic Violence - Dismissed Day of Trial

Dismissed

Domestic Violence Restraining Order (Moon Valley Justice Court - Maricopa County) - Dismissed in full - 1/6/2017

Dismissed

DUI .148 (Peoria) Reduced to Reckless Driving

Reduced to Reckless Driving

Domestic Violence Disorderly Conduct reduced to Non Domestic Violence

Reduced to Non-Doemstic Violence

Implied Consent Suspension - Voided

Suspension Voided

Extreme DUI with a Prior reduced to 1st time regular DUI

Reduced

Tempe DUI Set Aside and Dismissed

Set Aside

Assault, Disorderly Conduct and Threatening (Maricopa) - Case Dismissed - 11/15/2016

Dismissed

Assault, Disorderly Conduct and Threatening (Maricopa) - Case Dismissed - 11/15/2016

Dismissed

DUI .129 and Criminal Speed (Maricopa) - Reduced to No Jail - 11/14/2016

Reduced - No Jail

Extreme DUI (Phoenix) Dismissed on Defense Motion

Dismissed Prior to Trial

Assault Domestic Violence (Phoenix) - Dismissed by the Prosecution Based on Defense Motion- 10/11/2016

Dismissed

Admin Per Se Suspension (Phoenix MVD) - Voided - 10/11/2016

Suspension Voided

Aggravated DUI (Maricopa County Superior Court) Convinced the Prosecutor to Not File the Charges - 10/10/16

Dismissed

DUI .147 with an accident (Peoria) - Reduced to Reckless Driving and NO JAIL - 10/10/2016

Reduced to Reckless Driving

Super Extreme DUI .234 with accident, property damage and injuries (Gilbert) - reduced to Regular DUI - 10/6/2016

Reduced to Regular DUI

DUI .123 (North Mesa Justice Court) reduced to Reckless Driving and No Jail - 10/5/2016

Reduced to Reckless Driving

Extreme DUI .159 (Phoenix) - Reduced to Regular DUI 9/9/16

Reduced to Regular DUI

Accident Causing Serious Physical Injury (Phoenix) - Dismissed in Full 8/12/16

Dismissed

Accident Causing Serious Physical

Dismissed Prior to Trial

Super Extreme DUI .26 (Phoenix) - Dismissed 7/22/16

Dismissed

Driving on A Suspended License (Highland Justice Court - Gilbert) reduced to one 8 hour diversion class - 6/21/2016

Diversion

Extreme DUI .181 (Kyrene Justice Court - Chandler) reduced to regular DUI and 3 days in jail - 6/20/2016

Reduced

Aggravated DUI - Maricopa County Superior Court - Substantially Reduced!

Reduced

Trespass Case Dismissed day to Trial in Phoenix City Court

Dismissed Day of Trial

Theft Case Dismissed Prior to Trial - Phoenix City Court

Dismissed Prior to Trial

DUI.141 Gilbert - Reduced to Reckless Driving

Reckless Driving

second Time DUI - Phoenix - Dismissed!

Dismissed Prior to Trial

Aggravated Assault and Assault (Phoenix) - Not Guilty after Trial - 4/5/2016

NOT GUILTY at Trial

.160 DUI Dreamy Draw Justice Court - Dismissed!

Dismissed

Extreme DUI .163 University Lakes Justice Court - Reduced to Regular DUI 1 day in jail

Reduced to Regular DUI

State v. S.O.

Not Guilty at Trial

DUI Drugs with Accident - Dismissed

Dismissed Prior to Trial

State v. N.M.

Dismissed Day of Trial

DUI .132 BAC Paradise Valley - NO JAIL!

No Jail!

Tempe (ASU), Arizona - Super Extreme with Accident Reduced to One day in Jail

Greatly reduced

State v. L.M.

Dismissed Day of Trial

State v. H.G.

Not Guilty at Trial

State v. J.K.

Reduced to Reckless Driving

State v. K.S.

Reduced to Reckless Driving

State v. A.T.

Reduced to Reckless Driving

State v. C.B.

Hung Jury

State v. A.Z.

Reckless Driving

State v. R. M.

Case Dismissed!

State v. H. H

Not Guilty at Trial

State v. M.H

Not Guilty

State v. M.W.

Not Guilty at Trial

State v. N.S.

Not Guilty at trial

State v. R.D.

Not Guilty at Trial

State v. A.T.

Scottsdale DUI Dismissed!

State v. A.M.

Trial - Not Guilty!

State v. A.C.

Dismissed at Trial

State v. J.P.

Extreme DUI Case Dismissed on Defense Motion

State v. T.S.

Driving on Suspended License Dismissed

State v. S.R.

Mistrial granted due to prosecution introducing improper evidence

State v. C.B

Shoplifting Dismissed at Trial

State v. S.J.

Manslaughter - Probation. No Jail.

State v. L.B.

Acquitted. Judge dismissed the case at trial. Only bait car case the City of Glendale was unable to secure a conviction.

State v. D.G.

Aggravated Assault Dismissed on a Motion for Illegal Blood Draw

State v. V.F.

Dismissed for lack of Jurisdiction

State v. J.T.

Assault - Not Guilty at Trial

State v. A.S.

Aggravated DUI - Not Guilty at Trial

State v. B.R.

Aggravated Assault - Not Guilty After Trial

State v. R.T.

Not Guilty Aggravated DUI. Guilty of Misdemeanor DUI

State v. M.R.

Negligent Homicide - Dismissed on a motion for lack of probable cause

State v. L.S.

Not Guilty of Aggravated DUI

State v. C.J.

Not Guilty of Aggravated DUI after Trial

State v. A.S.

Aggravated Assault - Case Dismissed based on motion filed to suppress blood because it was illegally taken

See More Legal Cases

Education

2017

AACJ 29th Annual Aggressive Defense of the Accused Impaired Driver

Certificate

2016

AACJ 28th Annual Aggressive Defense of the Accused Impaired Driver

Certificate

2015

AACJ 27th Annual Aggressive Defense of the Accused Impaired Driver

Certificate

2014

Federal Practice Multi Track Seminar

Certificate

2014

APDA Thirteenth Annual Statewide Conference - Ethics

Certificate

2014

AACJ 26th Annual Aggressive Defense of the Accused Impaired Driver

Certificate

2013

APDA - Twelfth Annual Statewide Conference

Certificate

2013

AACJ 25th Annual Aggressive Defense of the Accused Impaired Driver

Certificate

2012

APDA - Eleventh Annual Statewide Conference

Certificate

2012

AACJ 24th Annual Aggressive Defense of the Accused Impaired Driver

Certificate

2012

ASU DUI Seminar XXVI

Certificate

2011

Accident Reconstruction: Auto Pedestrian/Bicycle

Certificate

2011

APDA - Ninth Annual Statewide Conference

Certificate

2011

Arizona Forensics Science Academy

Certificate

2010

DUI Law Update - State Bar of Arizona

Certificate

2010

AACJ - Technology: What It Can Tell You and What It Can Do For You

Certificate

2010

Collateral Consequences of DUI: How Will My Clients Be Affected?

Certificate

2010

AACJ 23rd Annual Aggressive Defense of the Accused Impaired Driver Facing Forensic Fantasy: No Rest for the Defense

Certificate

2010

Reis Technique of Interview and Interrogation

Certificate

2010

Accident Investigations

Certificate

2009

Drug Testing 101

Certificate

2009

Blood Alcohol Analysis

Certificate

2009

Auto/Pedestrian Collision: A New Approach

Certificate

2009

Seventh Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Certificate

2009

13th Annual Trial Skills College

Certificate

2009

1st Annual Advanced Trial College

Certificate

2008

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers: New Solutions to Old Problems

Certificate

2008

Sixth Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Certificate

2008

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers: Winning With DUI: Offense, Defense, Special Teams

Certificate

2008

Jury Instructions 101

Certificate

2006

U OF South Dakota

J.D.

2003

University of Arizona

B.A.

See All Education See Less Education

Speaking Engagements

2023

Justice Court and DUI Webinar Series

A Tour of Winnable Issues in DUI Cases

2020

Arizona Public Defender Association A Dynamic Duo: Criminal Defense Investigator and Lawyer Working as a Team

2018

Arizona Public Defender Association Phlebotomy Essentials

2018

Arizona Public Defender Association Phlebotomy Essentials

2018

Arizona Public Defender Association Phlebotomy Essentials

2018

Arizona Public Defender Association Phlebotomy Essentials

2018

Arizona Public Defender Association Phlebotomy Essentials

2016

Winning DUI Cases The DUI Trial - Voir Dire, Openings and Closings

2016

Arizona Public Defender Association The Innocent and Wrongfully Accused: Making a Record for Civil Rights Lawsuits/Clearing and Sealing Records

2016

14th Annual Statewide Conference Clearing Your Arrest Record after a Wrongful Arrest

2015

St. Joseph's in Service Physician Wellness Arizona DUI Law Regarding Medications and Alcohol

2015

Speed DUI XXVII DUI Sentencing

2013

Phoenix organizations (city) Law Practice Management

2013

Arizona Summit Law School How to Run A Successful Law Practice

2012

ASU DUI Seminar XXVI Felony DUI: Challenging Notice

2012

25th Annual Aggressive Defense of the Accused Impaired Driver SB 1200 and a lot of other legislation for 2012: A lot of changes? Depends on what coatroom you're in: Phoenix

2012

10th Annual APDA Conference DUI 101

2011

Arizona Public Defender Association An Early Kick Between the Legs - Grand Jury Remands

2010

Maricopa County Public Defender's Office - Vehicular Meeting Effective Closing Arguments for DUI Cases

2010

Maricopa County Public Defender's Office - RCC Defending a DUI

See All Speaking Engagements See Less Speaking Engagements

Publications

2016

12 News KPNX Latest round of presidential prison-sentence commutations includes Phoenician

2015

12 News Boy Driver in Phoenix YouTube Video Unknown

2014

CBS 5 AZ Super Extreme DUI Jail Times Var in Valley Cities

2013

Mainstream Magazine Stopped For A DUI?

2012

aaronblacklaw.com Is it Possible to get a DUI while sleeping in your car?

2011

aaronblacklaw.com Just got pulled over. Officer Thinks I may have been drinking. What do I do?

2009

azcentral DUI Suspect Seeks Lighter Sentence in Student's Death

See All Publications See Less Publications

Languages

English

See All Languages Spoken See Less Languages Spoken

Activity

931

Legal Answers

Legal Guides

Top Contributor

Aaron earned significant contribution points in 2014.

Legal Answers

Q&A

If i got a DUI in SD in 2013 & moved to AZ & got a DUI in AZ five years after my first DUI in SD, will AZ use my DUI from 2013?

16 Feb 2021

Q&A

Can I ask for a continuance after I fire my Public Defender to find and hire a private lawyer?

07 Jan 2021

Q&A

I have a pending criminal case that starts with PF. From my understanding this means pre-filed. Should I hire an attorney now?

17 Dec 2020

See More Legal Answers

Legal Guides

Legal Guide

What to do when at the police station after a DUI arrest in Phoenix Arizona

13 Mar 2013

Legal Guide

Arizona DUI: What is impaired to the slightest degree?

02 Jan 2012

Legal Guide

Arizona DUI: What do police officers look for when searching for drunk drivers?

02 Jan 2012

See More Legal Guides

Aaron Michael Black

About Aaron

Biography

"I Understand That Good People Sometimes Find Themselves In Bad Situations" - There is a reason why I have twice as many reviews as anyone else!

"I Understand That Good People Sometimes Find Themselves In Bad Situations" - There is a reason why I have twice as many reviews as anyone else!

"I Understand That Good People Sometimes Find Themselves In Bad Situations" - There is a reason why I have twice as many reviews as anyone else!

"I Understand That Good People Sometimes Find Themselves In Bad Situations" - There is a reason why I have twice as many reviews as anyone else!

"I Understand That Good People Sometimes Find Themselves In Bad Situations" - There is a reason why I have twice as many reviews as anyone else!

"I Understand That Good People Sometimes Find Themselves In Bad Situations" - There is a reason why I have twice as many reviews as anyone else!

"I Understand That Good People Sometimes Find Themselves In Bad Situations" - There is a reason why I have twice as many reviews as anyone else!

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Payment Methods

Awards

Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 19 years

Licensed in South Dakota for 18 years

Location

Law Office of Aaron M. Black, PLLC

Law Office of Aaron M. Black, pllc

Law Office of Aaron M. Black, pllc

Law Office of Aaron M. Black, pllc

Law Office of Aaron M. Black, pllc

Gallery

Online Presence

Aaron Michael Black's Reviews

Overall Rating This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.

Aaron Michael Black's Lawyer Endorsements

Experience

Honors

Work Experience

Associations

Sample of Legal Cases

Education

Speaking Engagements

Publications

Languages

Activity

Legal Answers

Legal Guides

Overall Rating
This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.