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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.
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State: California
Acquired: 1993
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State: Texas
Acquired: 2006
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6255 Sunset Blvd #1520, Los Angeles, CA, 90028
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Posted by tony | February 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
You won't find a better firm than Mr; Kraut and his team
I found myself on the wrong side of the law in September 2019. A situation turned horribly wrong and I found myself being charged with a felony offense. Never being in this situation, I did what anyone would start doing. I started calling attorneys. Attorney after Attorney explained to me that t...
Posted by Carlo | February 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Helped me get my case dismissed
Michael and his team really did a great job of resolving my case. I saw a few different lawyers but Kraut law firm was able to understand my case and get me the outcome I desired.
Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Extremely Hard Worker and Effective
Excellent Victory: Mr. Kraut does exactly what you expect of a lawyer. He answers calls, emails, and text messages. He and his staff reads the entire case file and provides you with a written evaluation, very soon after you hire him. Believe me, many attorneys don't. He is raiser sharp and focuses ...
Posted by Andrew | October 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Excellent Results
I was in a very sticky situation. 3rd DUI, where I rear-ended someone on the freeway driving my fathers car and caused two separate cars to wreck due to my initial crash. The Kraut Law Group was fantastic. I initially thought Michael Kraut was going to personally represent me but he has an awesome te...
Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Attorney Kraut was a lifesaver!
Earlier this year, my family was dragged into a situation at work that was life-changing. It was a very stressful time and we were lost and did not know how to defend ourselves. Thankfully we found Attorney Krautl! We knew he was one of the top lawyers in the area and that we may not be able to affor...
"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."
"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!"
"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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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
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
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
Dismissed
No jail time, two feony charges and community service
dismissed
Misdemeanor DUI
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BS - Bachelor of Science
2012
DUI Defense
2011
Domestic Violence Seminar
2001
Criminal Law and Proceedure
2013
1995
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