Michael Eric Kraut

Who i am: 24 years old college graduate and Iraqi war veteran who just currently moved from Ohio to start a job with the most prestigious security firm in the world. I also am in the end hiring process with the Marshal service and Secret Service. What happened: I drove my brand new Chevrolet Camar...o into a tree after trying to dodge an animal in Calabasas. The police arrived on scene and began asking the fateful question "did you drink?" I did well on the sobriety tests and then they asked me to take the pbt i blew a .084 and a .086. Im not going to go into much more detail, but the police were going to nab me for a dui. I immediately panicked, my whole life was literally at stake. Everything i worked for was going to be swept away if i was convicted. I began searching for a lawyer, i found one, and a day later i was not pleased with him, he was not personable at all and i did not feel like he cared about how much my life was at stake. I began my search again and came across this page. I began reading all the great reviews and i thought to myself "why not give him a shot." I met with Mike the next day, we hit it off. This man is a genuine great guy. I told him the story and everything that happened and you could see how much he cared about helping me out. The waiting period was tough, i would constantly call Mike or even text him because i am a worrier. He always responded quickly and let me know he was on it. He made me feel as good as he could without lying to me and giving me false hope. Well fast forward 2 months later and the time came when the DA got the case in her hands. Mike pulled through, the DA dismissed all of the charges completely. I am not being charge with anything at all. Mike was the best choice and is the best choice for anybody that finds themselves in a situation that i did. He literally saved my future, and i know he will work hard to save yours if you give him a chance. If you are reading this page, i know you have a sick feeling in your gut because you do not know what is going to happen to you, trust me i was there! Now trust me when i tell you Mike Kraut will provide hope and results.

When I received my second DUI in California, I thought my life was over. At the time, things were going great for me within my career, and I was certain this incident would destroy everything I worked so hard to achieve. The night of my DUI, I was out drinking with colleagues at a local Los Angeles b...ar. Like so many times before, I thought that I would be ok to drive after several drinks. I left my work buddies at about mid-night; very drunk, got into my car and headed home. I made it about 2 miles before I had fallen asleep at the wheel doing over 70 miles per hour, and crashed my vehicle on 101 freeway in Los Angeles into the right lane guardrail. When the police arrived, it was clear I had way too much to drink. I was given a field sobriety test, which resulted in a .18 BAC. From there, my vehicle was taken to a local car yard, and I was taken to South Central LA jail for 14 hours. After I was released from the jail, it took me over a day to understand what really happened. I was so afraid of all the “what if’s” from what may happen to my life as a result of this DUI and accident that I could not function. Once I regained a piece of sanity, I did research on the best DUI attorney’s in Los Angeles. I was confident I had found the lawyer that could help battle my second DUI successfully, and help me achieve the best results; Michael Kraut. Michael sat with me for a couple of hours the day I went to talk to him about him being my attorney. He sat with me for so long because I was clearly not in good mental condition after the DUI and accident, and because Michael truly cared about my well-being. He advised me to take some steps to address my alcohol abuse, which in turn greatly helped the results of my case. I just had my court hearing today, and let me tell you, a miracle happened for me. The court recognized this DUI as my first, they lessened my charged based on my BAC (anything over .15 BAC is a much more in depth punishment), the court credited my time served in jail the night of my DUI/accident as a full sentenced served, they only required 3 months of alcohol classes (in this case I should had done 9-12 months), and I only received a 30 day suspension of my driver’s license; which in this case should have been at least one year. This result is great for a first time offense, let alone a second offense with a car accident where the vehicle was totaled. I have to say, I was very nervous about everything up until today, but now I am very confident in referring Michael Kraut to anyone going through anything like I did. He will get you the results you need to keep a normal life.

I will start by saying that without Mr. Kraut my family would be in a really bad place. He is in one word amazing! My husband was facing 2 misdemeanours and 2 infractions and instead of being in jail he now has a second chance at life. When my husband and I found out our daughter had cancer, we w...ere beside ourselves. We were told we had to get her to a specialist almost an hour away. At the time we had 2 cars. One was registered and not working while the other was working but not registered. In a moment of panic my husband switched the tags so we could get her to her doctor. On the way we got lost near Orange County and that's when we got pulled over. The officer informed us that she had run our plates and that our car hadn't been registered in a while making the tags on it false. That was when we also found out that my husband's, who was driving license had be suspended (which we were not aware of) and lastly because the car had not been used in so long we did not have it insured. After talking to the officer she agreed to let me drive home and find another means to get my daughter to her appointment but she would have to write my husband a ticket and he would have to appear before a judge. After searching the internet we came across Mike Kraut. He told us that he understood why we did what we did and was going to do everything in his power to help us. He went out of his way to get my husbands warrant recalled within 2days. We got my husband’s license reinstated and did everything Mr. Kraut asked us to do. When it came time to go to court we met Mike at the Newport Courthouse, followed him in and after he spent a few minutes in the back talking with the D.A., we followed him back out with all the charges dismissed. No fines and my husband’s record cleared. During the whole process, Mike always made us feel like we were a priority and always made time to talk to us. He is passionate about what he does and cares about his clients. Mr. Kraut is not only an amazing lawyer but human being as well.

Mr. Kraut was paramount in helping me with my DUI Case. I was very scared and wasn't sure who to turn to. I contacted him two days before my court date. (Very Short Notice) He was able to calm me down an assure me that he would do the best he could with the information I have him. He showed up at ...court for me with only two days notice and pleaded not guilt for me. He was able to return to court for me a few weeks later. Mr. Kraut was able to get my DUI reduced to exhibition of speed. I have to say that I was in deep trouble, having already had a previous record and knowing that it is very likely that I would be going to jail. I would highly recommend this man as your attorney. He was understanding and caring about my situation. He was available at the drop of a hat and very communicative. He is a professional and just a deep down good guy. If you are in any legal trouble, Michael Kraut is your man! Hands down. Sincerely, Ms. C. K.

Mr. Kraut helped me with a very complex 2nd DUI case that could have landed me in jail. I was facing a probation violation, DUI, and suspension of license. The police charged me with a failure to take a field sobriety test, and a drug /alcohol blood test. Mr. Kraut not only made it possible for me ...to keep my license, but the jail time was cut into 5 minutes with a clerk. I would recommend Mr. Kraut to anyone looking for a knowledgeable Lawyer that cares for his clients. If the need ever arises that a family member or a friend has a need for a Lawyer. I will immediately give them Mr. Kraut number. My family and I Thank God we found Mr. Kraut when we did. Tony L.