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The #1 Rated Los Angeles based Kraut Law Group Criminal & DUI Lawyers have consistently produced outstanding results for thier clients. Kraut Law Group Criminal and DUI Lawyers is a premier Los Angeles criminal defense firm located in the media center of Southern California. The firm specializes in Los Angeles DUI defense and other criminal matters. Prior to becoming one of Southern California's top notch criminal defense attorneys, Mr. Kraut worked as a Deputy District Attorney. He has over 14 years of trial experience as a Senior Prosector and has the contacts, and understanding of how to best handle his client's cases. He has obtained a success rate of 99% in jury trials. He now has over 30 years of top rated trial experience.
Mr. Kraut was educated at Harvard Law School and also attended Case Western School of Law and Cornell University.
Los Angeles Criminal defense attorney Michael Kraut has been the legal correspondent for Good Morning America featured on CNN and Fox News as well as in print articles.
Pasadena DUI Defense Attorney Michael Kraut is well known to vigorously defend his clients.
Mr. Kraut knows that his clients want to stay out of jail, fight their cases and get the best results through an aggressive defense, investigation, and targeting the prosecution's case. Contact Mr. Kraut at for a free initial consultation. Please visit the web site for additional information on DUI and criminal law. You can visit his website or read his criminal law blog.
#1 RATED LOS ANGELES CRIMINAL AND DUI DEFENSE LAWYER Harvard Law School Educated - Former Senior LA Prosecutor Michael Kraut - PROVIDING AGGRESSIVE DEFENSE FOR YOU!
TOP-RATED LOS ANGELES CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER Harvard Law School Educated - Former Senior LA Prosecutor Michael Kraut - PROVIDING AGGRESSIVE DEFENSE FOR YOU!
#1 RATED LOS ANGELES CRIMINAL AND DUI DEFENSE LAWYER Harvard Law School Educated - Former Senior LA Prosecutor Michael Kraut - PROVIDING AGGRESSIVE DEFENSE FOR YOU!
TOP-RATED LOS ANGELES CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER Harvard Law School Educated - Former Senior LA Prosecutor Michael Kraut - PROVIDING AGGRESSIVE DEFENSE FOR YOU!
TOP-RATED LOS ANGELES CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER Harvard Law School Educated - Former Senior LA Prosecutor Michael Kraut - PROVIDING AGGRESSIVE DEFENSE FOR YOU!
TOP-RATED LOS ANGELES CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER Harvard Law School Educated - Former Senior LA Prosecutor Michael Kraut - PROVIDING AGGRESSIVE DEFENSE FOR YOU!
TOP-RATED LOS ANGELES CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER Harvard Law School Educated - Former Senior LA Prosecutor Michael Kraut - PROVIDING AGGRESSIVE DEFENSE FOR YOU!
TOP-RATED LOS ANGELES CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER Harvard Law School Educated - Former Senior LA Prosecutor Michael Kraut - PROVIDING AGGRESSIVE DEFENSE FOR YOU!
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
32 years
DUI and DWI
40%
31 years
Domestic Violence
10%
White Collar Crime
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
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Awards
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Licenses
Licensed in California for 32 years
State: California
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 19 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Kraut Law Group Criminal and DUI Lawyers
6255 Sunset Blvd #1520, Los Angeles, CA, 90028
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790 East Colorado Boulevard, 9th Floor, Pasadena, CA, 91101
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8484 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 660B, Beverly Hills, CA, 90211
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5150 E. Pacific Coast Hwy, 2nd Floor, Long Beach, CA, 90804
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121 W Lexington Dr., Glendale, CA, 91203
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2600 W Olive Ave, 5th Floor, Burbank, CA, 91505
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (367)
DUI & DWI (110)
Lawsuits & Disputes (57)
Domestic Violence (23)
Expungement (23)
Drug Crime (14)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (10)
Violent Crime (10)
White Collar Crime (9)
Litigation (7)
Immigration (6)
Sex Crime (6)
Credit Card Fraud (5)
Car Accidents (4)
Administrative Law (3)
Child Custody (3)
Family (3)
Juvenile (3)
Employment & Labor (2)
Ethics & Professional Responsibility (2)
Identity Theft (2)
Insurance Fraud (2)
Appeals (1)
Business (1)
Education (1)
Gun Law (1)
Insurance (1)
Libel & Slander (1)
Licensing (1)
Military Law (1)
Personal Injury (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (430)
Advocacy (307)
Recommendation (255)
Responsiveness (211)
Professionalism (209)
Practice Area Knowledge (166)
Communication Style (149)
Character & Conduct (131)
General Knowledge (131)
Trustworthiness (104)
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Showing 6 - 10 of 23 reviews | Expungement
Posted by Kathy | October 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
At a hard time for our family, Michael Kraut and team really came through
We are so glad we hired Michael Kraut. Our son’s case, originally for a felony assault, was dismissed. After a year of staying out of trouble, there is no record anything ever happened. Michael was understanding of our situation and non-judgemental. That alone made a huge difference for our family. ...
Posted by Amy | August 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Best attorney ever!
Michael Kraut is an amazing attorney who's very smart, honest and professional. He is well connected with his peers and very humble man. He helped my brother with his vacate and had the charges from over 20 years ago to be vacated. He takes so much pride and joy in his work and his not like other att...
Posted by Michael | May 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Amazing Lawyer
Michael Kraut is a fantastic lawyer. I made a mistake, and the repercussions of that mistake have been holding back my career for the last several years. Other lawyers met my issue with absolute apathy. One lawyer literally waited 9 months before working on my case at all. When I took my business...
Posted by Janet Lee | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Best lawyer in LA who saved my life!
I was arrested for very serious charges in 2014. I’ve never been in jail and I was very scared for the first time. I called my family member and I asked them to find one of the best lawyers in LA. My bail was 1.1 million dollars and I wanted to get out of jail immediately and Michael informed my pare...
Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Best possible outcome!
A few years ago, I got into some trouble and made the mistake of using a public defender instead of hiring a professional. As a result, I had probation as well as a criminal record. As someone who has freshly graduated college, having that kind of stuff show up in a background search is absolutely de...
Michael Eric Kraut's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Kraut did a great job for a client of mine who was facing a tough situation. His firm outlined a stategy with clear objectives that were met and even surpassed. His experience and insider knowledge is invaluable. I will confidently refer him again when the occasion arises."
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"When someone very dear to me needed help finding a trustworthy and skilled DUI defense lawyer, I looked diligently and met with many lawyers and finally selected Mike Kraut as the right person for the job. He had the background as a former prosecutor and clearly knew what he was doing when I spoke with him. The most important thing, however, in coming to the decision was his confidence and personality. He was able to convince me, a skeptical lawyer, that he was capable of getting the best result. And he did just that. I personally attended the court hearings and personally witnessed Mike Kraut get a tough DUI case thrown out by cross-examining the arresting officer in front of the judge and showing that the arresting officer: 1) made many mistakes in his report, 2) made false statements in his testimony before the judge, and 3) was generally incompetent. This was exceptional work by an exceptional trial attorney."
"Mr. Kraut is one of the most exemplary and extraordinary attorneys that I have encountered in 24 years of practice. Despite being a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and private attorney for nearly two and a half decades, I continue to learn valuable information from his posts every day. I would highly recommend."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. About 2 years ago, Mike and I were involved in a very publicized fraud matter. I was there for moral support while Mike did all the heavy lifting. Throughout the process, Mike was very knowledgeable, responsive and strong. He basically accomplished what I can only describe as a miracle."
"Michael Kraut is experienced and dedicated to do the best possible job for clients. I'm glad to be working WITH him on matters now, rather than against him as a prosecutor. Michael knows the law, the prosecutors and the judges. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Kraut is superb criminal defense attorney who possesses a deep knowledge of California criminal law and procedure. He has an ability to get results that other attorneys only dream about. Mr. Kraut has a strong presence in court and is truly passionate about his clients."
"Mike is the best in the business! If you have Mike as your lawyer you are in good shape, judges respect him and his opponents fear him!"
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"I have opposed Mr. Kraut when he was a prosecutor and now have the honor of calling him a collegue in the criminal defense bar. Mr. Kraut is extremely knowledgable in all matters of criminal law, from DUI to complicated white collar cases. He is devoted to his clients and works tirelessly to get the best possible outcome for them. I whole heartly endorse Mr. Kraut."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Citizen's Award, Black Prosecutors - Los Angeles
2015
Top Criminal Defense Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top One Percent of Criminal Defense Attorneys, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Perfect 10 award, Avvo Top Rated
2014
Top One Percent of Criminal Defense Attorneys, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2013
DUI Attorney, Attorney Target Selected
2012
Criminal Defense Lawyer, Attorney Target Selected
2006
Homicide Prosecutor award, Justice for Homicide Victims
2002
ADDA Award, Association of Deputy District Attorneys
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Managing Attorney, Kraut Law Group Criminal and DUI Lawyers
1994 - 2007
Deputy District Attorney, Los Angeles District Attorney's Office
1994 - 1994
Associate Attorney, Lewis A'mato
1993 - 1993
Associate Attorney, Adams Duque & Hazeltine
1992 - 1993
Law Clerk, United States Attorney's Office - Boston, MA
1991 - 1991
Law Clerk, United States Attorney's Office - San Diego
Associations
2009 - Present
National Criminal Defense CollegeAttorney Member
2008 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2008 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2006 - Present
State Bar of TexasAttorney Member
1993 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. D'Angona
Dismissed
People V. Oh
No jail time, two feony charges and community service
People V. Valenzuela
dismissed
People v. Michael P.
Misdemeanor DUI
Education
1993
Case Western Reserve University School of Law and Harvard Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Cornell University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
DUI Defense and Practice
DUI Defense
2011
MCLE
Domestic Violence Seminar
2001
Law Enforcement Lectures
Criminal Law and Proceedure
Publications
2013
Los Angeles DUI Defense Attorney Blog
Los Angeles DUI Defense
1995
Criminal Legal Manuals
1101(b) and prior bad acts evidence
Languages
American Sign Language
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I report someone threatening me with my nude pic?
28 May 2025
Q&A
I want to leave my abusive husband but we have a toddler and I don’t know what are my rights?
14 Feb 2025
Q&A
Domestic violence protective orders include he is to pay rent
15 Feb 2025
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Expanding DUI Testing to Boaters
30 Mar 2015
Legal Guide
DUI & Unusual Vehicles
14 Jan 2015
Legal Guide
Common Questions Asked During a DUI Stop
12 Jan 2015