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Michael Harwin is a top rated criminal defense lawyer and a former prosecuting attorney with over 15 years of experience representing Tucson clients in DUI, white collar crime, and criminal cases. Call Michael Harwin in Tucson at.
Listed 2017 “Best Lawyers in America®”; “Tucson’s Best Lawyers®”; “Arizona’s Top Lawyers. Call Now.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
60%
30 years | 1,000 cases
Criminal Defense
30%
32 years | 1,000 cases
White Collar Crime
10%
30 years | 25 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
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- Credit Card
Awards
2018 2015 2014
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4
Licenses
Licensed in Arizona for 31 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 28 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Michael Harwin
(520) 624-9207
Fax
100 N Stone, Suite #1005, Tucson, AZ, 85701
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Posted by James | April 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Hire the Pitbull
Mike has a unique personality, but Pitbull in the court room and extremely knowledgeable on the law. He's funny, down to earth and unassuming, yet the consummate professional when down to business. He successfully had a criminal speed reduced to civil and defensive driving. I am grateful for the ha...
Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Speeding in excess
My son was facing criminal charges for speeding in excess of the posted limit; He was facing possible jail time and excessive fines. Michael Harwin was quick to respond, he explained the process to us and began working on his case immediately. My son’s case was re-evaluated by the arresting office ...
Posted by Michael | February 23, 2011 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Exceptional Integrity
It 's rare that I would take the time to write a review. However, the representation that Mr. Harwin has rendered on my behalf was exceptional. He has worked on various cases on my behalf involving patient complaints in my office, lawsuits filed against me, as well as serious traffic tickets. In a...
Michael A Harwin's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Michael Harwin is a most zealous advocate for his clients with an admirable mastery of DUI and DWI law. His ability to provide consistently excellent representation has earned him the respect of both his peers and the community he serves. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Michael is a terrific lawyer, very knowledgeable and detailed in his understanding of the complexities of DUI law. He has studied the area and knows how to protect a client's rights, particularly employment rights. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is one of the smartest guys out there. He really knows his stuff, particularly in the area of collateral consequences. I 100% endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer for their leadership in the community and commitment to clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Harwin is an aggressive defense attorney with a wide range of skills. He fights for his clients and is a true professional."
"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Michael is one of the best and brightest criminal defense and dui lawyers in Tucson. Michael routinely thinks outside the box, producing amazing results for his clients. Working for him was one of the most educational experiences of my life. I highly recommend Michael!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Mr. Harwin on different cases for more than 10 years. He is highly effective and pursuasive. Very detailed oriented. Good researcher and argues well. Everyone I have referred to Mr. Harwin has thanked me for the referral. I would not hesitate to have Mr. Harwin handle a matter for a family member or close friend. He is an excellent lawyer, very ethical."
"Mike is a brilliant attorney. He is outstanding in the courtroom and can analyze complicated legal issues extremely well."
"Over the years I have sent many referrals to Mr. Harwin, including some of my relatives (but never my immediate family). I am often amazed at the results and never disappointed. Mike is a creative, clear thinking, results oriented lawyer. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mike is an excellent litigator, an exceptional attorney and an all-round good guy."
"Michael Harwin is an excellent attorney. I am a colleague of Michael's here in Tucson, Arizona and he has a reputation of being one of the top DUI attorneys. I think he does a wonderful job of advocating on behalf of his clients."
"Michael Harwin, a brilliant litigator, is one of the most effective and responsive attorneys I have encountered in my 20 years of practice."
"Mike is a brilliant hard working attorney who gets results!"
"Michael is clearly one of the best criminal attorneys. He has a great talent that results in the very best defenses for clients."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
One of Tucson’s Top Lawyers, Tucson Lifestyle Magazine
2015
Included in Criminal Defense: White Collar, Best Lawyers in America® 21st ed.
2015
Rated one of America’s Best Law Firms, U.S. News & World Report
2014
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
One of The Best Lawyers in the United States, BestofUS.com
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top Attorneys in Arizona, AZ Magazine
2013
2013 superlawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers
2012
Member- Criminal Defense, Southwest Super Lawyers
2012
2012 southwest superlawyer, 2012 southwest superlawyer
2012
Outstanding Service to Veterans and Service Members, University of Arizona Veteran Clinic
2012
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2012
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Top Tucson Lawyer, Tucson Lifestyle
2011
Member, Litigation Counsel of America
2011
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Listed in Best Lawyers in the United States, The Best of the U.S., Inc.
2007
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1994
Order of The Coif, Order of the Coif
1993
Note Editor, Arizona Law Review
1992
American Jurisprudence Award Corporate Law, AmJur
1992
American Jurisprudence Award Constitutional Law, AmJur
1991
American Jurprudence Award Civil procedure, AmJur
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Partner, Michael Aaron Harwin, P.C.
2001 - 2002
Adjunct Professor, University of Arizona School of Law
1995 - 1997
Assistant General Counsel, City of Phoenix
1993 - 1994
Associate, Mendelsohn, Oseran, Mance & Eisner P.C.
1990 - 1990
Helitak Crew Member/firefigher, National Park Service
1987 - 1991
Graduate Teaching Assistant, University of Arizona
Associations
2013 - Present
Arizona Attorneys for Criminal JusticeSustaining Member
2011 - Present
Litigation Counsel of AmericaFellow
2004 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2004 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2004 - Present
State Bar of Arizona, Criminal Justice Sectionmember
2003 - Present
Pima County Democratic PartyChair
1996 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1995 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2010
Federal Bar AssociationMember
1992 - 1992
Southern Arizona Civil Rights CoalitionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
TR11020327
not guilty all charges
TR 12011093
all charges dismissed
TR 11007161
all charges dismissed with prejudice
Hurles v. Ryan, 08-99032 (9th Cir.)
Won
Kelava v. Gonzales, 410 F.3d 625 (9th Cir. 2005) amended and superseded by Kelava v. Gonzales, 434 F.3d 1120 (9th Cir. 2006)
Hurles v. Ryan 08-99032
State v Perry
resolved as misdamaneor
TR11083851
Not Guilty All charges
Education
1994
University of Arizona College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Arizona
M.F.A
1984
State University of New York
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Guest Speaker at the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law
Legal Profession [Law 609] (mandatory class), “Ethical Issues in Immigration Representation”
2016
Guest Speaker at the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law
Legal Ethics for Criminal Lawyers [ Law 662C] “Former ER 1.3 Duty of ‘Zeal’”
2016
Arizona Public Defender’s Association Annual Conference
Set Traps and Hidden Triggers: Prohibited Possessors, Domestic Violence and other Matters
2016
Arizona Public Defender’s Association Annual Conference
Collateral Consequences of Common Crimes: Representing Professionals
2016
Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice 29th Annual DUI Conference
Collateral Consequences of Common Crimes: DUI and Vehicular Offenses
2015
Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice 28h Annual DUI Conference
Collateral Consequences of Common Crimes: DUI and Vehicular Offenses
2013
AACJ DUI Conference
Collateral Consequences of DUI
2012
Public Defender Training
Collateral Consequences of Domestic Violence
2012
2012 DUI update
Professional Consequences of DUI
2011
University of Arizona College of Law
White Collar Crime/Defending a Fraud Case
2008
State Bar of Arizona CLE
Immigration Law and Crime
2002
University of Arizona
Law
1998
State Bar of Arizona CLE
Immigration Law and Crime
Publications
2016
Defense Strategies for Drug Crimes, 2016 ed.
The New Deal for Drug Defendants: Lose Your Federal Benefits and Privileges
2015
The Legality of Search and Seizure in DUI Cases, 2015 ed.
IGNORANCE OF THE LAW IS NO EXCUSE— UNLESS YOU ARE A POLICE OFFICER: LIMITING HEIEN v. NORTH CAROLINA IN PRETEXTUAL DUI STOPS
2014
Trends in DUI Discovery (Inside the Minds)
Using Experts In DUI
1993
Arizona Law Review
Detaining for Danger Under The Bail Reform Act of 1984
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
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Q&A
Violated misdemeanor probation interstate compact from oregon to arizona
18 Jan 2019
Q&A
This is my first time being charged and arrested for shoplifting will I go to jail ? It was $65 worth of food. Dumb mistake?
27 Nov 2018
Q&A
I had a dui 12 years ago never went to court. how long are statue of limitation
27 Jan 2015