Michael Stephen Pittman

Michael Stephen Pittman

4.7
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 11 years

Family Lawyer at Tucson, AZ
Practice Areas: Family, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

5151 E Broadway Boulevard, Suite 1600, Tucson, AZ

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 80%

11 years

80%
DUI and DWI 15%

11 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 11 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

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5151 E Broadway Boulevard, Suite 1600, Tucson, AZ, 85711

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6991 East Camelback Rd, D300, Scottsdale, AZ, 85251

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Michael Stephen Pittman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

67 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 26 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Sirena | March 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

SPITEFUL ATTORNEY !!!

Michael Pittman, was the worst Attorney to hire for a Misdemeanor DUI. Unprofessional from the start. He had me sign a contract immediately, without looking into my case for 1 minute. Met him at Chipotle, to talk about my case. He didn't write anything I said down on a pad, kept looking at his watch,... as if I was wasting his time. I gave him the $1,500, and he's was out the door. No receipt or any paperwork or even a business card. I felt like I just got robbed. I called him, and asked. Do you have a receipt for me, of the $1,500? He said, I'll be back in just a bit. We waited for almost 45 minutes. Just to get a receipt. A few weeks later, I asked if he looked at my case or talked to the Procecutor. He said no, not yet. He pushed my court date out. Which I was suppose to pay him the following month, the other half. Still hasn't cared to tell me, if I had any hope or not? No news..... When it was time to pay the other $1,500. I told him my money hasn't came in yet. Can he give me more time. He said no, he couldn't wait that long.... He ended up withdrawing me as his client. Yet, the same day, he ended up calling the Procecutor, after withdrawing? Telling me, I need to take the plea, or it's just gonna get worse for you. And, he tells me, now the Procecutor wants to make me take 6-12 months of anger management classes, on a DUI charge. Now, Realizing, I was from Surprise and Michael Pittman was from Surprise. Which, Michael Pittman seen I had a few incidence in Surprise. Now, he's calling the Procecutor (after withdrawing me) and now the Procecutor wants me to take Anger Management classes after talking to Michael Pittman. This Attorney was so angry and spiteful at me, because I didn't pay up the other $1,500. When I just needed more time. He maliciously went out of his way to help add fuel to the fire on my case. This is unjust and completely wrong. Instead of helping me, he's wanting me to take the awful plea from the start and told me, if I don't, you'll get 90days in jail and 7,500 fine. Evil and vindictive, if you don't pay up on time. He'll call your Procecutor, and have your Procecutor add more things on your charge. So, if you hire him. Make sure you have plenty of money, and don't take long talking about your case. Because, he don't have time to hear about what you have to say......I'm extremely hurt and disappointed that he went out of his way to hurt me, over money. Deceived, by the Deciever. Again. I've Lost hope and faith in Attorney's! Moral of this= I would of paid $3000 for a Misdemeanor DUI, for the plea that the Procecutor was giving me. Thank God, I didn't pay this crooked Attorney. Because, he's telling to take the plea. He wasn't gonna do nothing for me. He got $1,500 of my money, for zero work. Yes, I should be upset. I'm more hurt, that he went out of his way to make things worse!

Michael Pittman

Replied last March 21, 2017

Unfortunately not every case turns out exactly like we want it. This was one of those cases. Sometimes no matter how hard you work for someone, they just are never happy, no matter how good the outcome. I believe in great customer service and fighting relentlessly for each and every one of my clients. I am a straight shooter and always keep my clients informed. I communicate with every one of my clients on a weekly basis. I am always available to talk to anyone of my clients any time day or night. Prior to Sirena becoming a client she exhausted many hearings with her previous Attorney (which she fired) and then contacted me. Our initial consultation was from 11:30pm on a Saturday to 1:20am on Sunday morning. During that conversation with Sirena I was able to get caught up on her case learning every detail from top to bottom. I did meet Sirena at Chipotle. I believe in convenience for my clients from the very beginning. I will always meet my clients at a location that is convenient for them. In this case it was a Chipotle because Sirena did not have a Vehicle, could not drive, and this location was blocks from her home. I was not going to have her commute 25 miles to my office with no vehicle. While at Chipotle we spent over an hour speaking about her case and discussing all the options she had moving forward. We both left happy, then 15 minutes later I was asked if I could bring a receipt, I texted back “yes”. I was in the same parking lot and delivered the receipt minutes after receiving her text. Prior to being hired by Sirena she rejected a plea and was instructed by her previous Attorney as well as the prosecutor that the plea she is rejecting will be thrown out and the next plea will be far harsher. That is exactly what happened, then a few days later I was hired. When I came aboard the plea that was being offered was far harsher. In addition I was not informed that she was verbally aggressive towards the cops that night of the arrest, to the point of threatening the cops. Still with all this against us, I was able to get Sirenas case substantially reduced from a second time DUI within seven years to a first time DUI with two days in jail and reduced minimum fines. My job as Sirena’s Attorney was to advise her on the best course of action. Based on the findings of my investigation I presented a very very reasonable plea offer reducing her sentence by 88 days in jail. In addition I was able to get the prosecutor not to file additional charges of threats towards a police officer, this was based direct negations with the prosecutor. At the last hearing which I attended (after her review was posted) I further mitigated her plea by persuading the judge to lower her fines by over $1000. At no time do I ever tell my clients they have to take a plea. I always give my clients their options and advise them of their choices. I am very hurt by these accusations; they are not true and are from a client that I was truly helping. Sirena was very rude and unprofessional with my assistant, court staff, the judge and me. Sirena I truly sorry that you were not happy with what I was able to do for you, I truly worked hard to help you and obtained a great outcome for you. I wish you all the best and I am always available if you are in need of my assistance.

Posted by Meaghan | March 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Very Helpful and Patient!

Michael Pittman was my lawyer in a recent misdemeanor DUI case. He was extremely helpful and patient with all the phone calls and questions I asked through out the process. He was also great at staying in touch with me about everything happening in my case. He set me up with a great payment plan and ...was flexible as well. I would recommend him to anyone needing an honest and hardworking lawyer!

Posted by Nancy | December 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great Lawyer!

Michael was a great choice for our DUI case! We were very pleased with how he took care of everything when ever we had any questions he never hesitated to answer them. Another thing we loved was that he was always very easy to get a hold of no matter what day of the week it was he would always tell u...s to not hesitate to give him a call if we needed anything. Thank you Michael!

Posted by Yvan | December 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing guy, highly recommended

Hiring Micheal as my lawyer was the best decision I could have made after my arrest. He is very knowledgeable and cares for his clients well being, making sure that you are comfortable and up to date with information on your case. He is very attentive and responds almost immediately every time I trie...d getting a hold of him. Micheal made sure i was always informed and that i was comfortable with the direction the case is going. I would recommend Micheal to friends and family in a heartbeat.

Posted by Autumn | November 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Would recommend him over anyone else

Always a fast response to any questions or concerns you'll have, does the best to keep you in the loop with what's going on and where the process is. Very polite and business professional.

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Michael Stephen Pittman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Edgar Reynoso

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ali Komaili

Unknown lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Tyson

Unknown lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Sheets

Family lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Pittman has a thorough comprehension of family and criminal law matters to help you."

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Jeff Gould

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Pittman is well respected in the legal community and for criminal defense. He demonstrates his knowledge and provides a public service to those in need providing helpful and insightful answers on AVVO. Clients would do well to retain Michael as counsel. I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Delamater

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very informative and a great resource."

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Riaz Tejani

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Other

"Michael Pittman is one of the most thoughtful and loyal advocates you will find. I endorse him fully."

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Kelly Watson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Pittman has an excellent reputation within the community and is known for his work ethic, compassion, and desire to serve his clients to the best of his abilities."

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Ruth Szanto

Unknown lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Pittman is smart and savvy."

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Kelly-Ann Weimar

Family lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a honest and competent attorney who I will recommended to any of my clients seeking legal help for matters outside my own wheelhouse."

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Nicholas Darus

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very competent attorney that can help you in your time of need."

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Leonnesia Ford

Family lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a family man and understands what is important to each and every one of his family law clients. He is skilled and works diligently to get positive results. I recommend Michael as an attorney to potential clients when I have a conflict."

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Beau Citron

Unknown lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a very hard worker and is great at communicating. I recommend him to anyone looking for his services."

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Alexander Benikov

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen Mr. Pittman in court and I know he cares about his clients"

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Gordon Thompson

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Michael since he was admitted to practice. I know him to be a very knowledgeable, hard working and diligent lawyer. I highly recommend him."

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Michelle Carlton

Family lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Michael on several matters. He is a meticulous and diligent attorney who works very hard to ensure his clients obtain the outcomes they desire. I would not hesitate to partner with him again on a case, or to refer clients to him. He is a great attorney."

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Eduardo Perez

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In addition to being an aggressive advocate for his clients, Michael excels at dealing with difficult personalities. This gift has served his clients well, especially when dealing with stubborn opponents."

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Derek Oliverson

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"Michael is a great attorney who works his hardest for each and every client!"

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John Schill

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Michelle Carlton

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Excellence in Criminal Law, Lawyers of Distinction

2016

Premier DUI Attorney, American Association of Premier DUI Attorney

2016

Best DWI Attorney in Glendale Arizona, Best DWI Attorneys

2015

Clients Choice Award, AVVO

2015

10 Best, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2015

Top 10 Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2015

Top 10 DUI Law Firms Arizona, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Your Arizona Lawyer

2014 - 2015

Associate Attorney, Schill Law Group

2013 - 2013

Intern, Trezza & Associates

2005 - 2008

Clerk, Phillips & Associates Law Firm

2003 - 2006

Clerk, Sternberg and Singer

Associations

2015 - Present

Solo Pratitioners Association

Member

2015 - Present

American Bar Association

Lawyer

2015 - Present

American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

Member

2015 - Present

AIDUIA of America

Member

2015 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2015 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

Young Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

United States Federal Court

District 9

Sample of Legal Cases

Extreme DUI

Reduced to first time DUI

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Education

2014

Arizona Summit Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

University of Phoenix

Bachelors in Business

2002

St. Marys High School

Speaking Engagements

2016

Networking event of SPSFAZ

Starting your own firm and the importance of networking

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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