Michael Eric Kraut

Michael Kraut and his office Manager Michael worked with me to obtain documents from a previous court case that I would have otherwise had a difficult time obtaining. I needed these documents to ensure my nursing license could be approved in a different state I now live in. The Kraut firm got back ...to me immediately and got to the court, had the documents I needed THAT AFTERNOON. I would highly recommend this firm. Mr Kraut is to the point, no BS, gets it done for you!

I learned about Kraut Law firm through web when I was really desperate to find somebody help me out about my DUI arrest. My experience turned out to be wonderful and hard to believe. I was arrested on Labor Day weekend driving back home from a wedding ceremony while I had my 8 year old nephew on boar...d. After giving the breathalyzer test I was over borderline and as a healthcare professional I had my professional license in jeopardy with possible DUI conviction. So I hired Kraut team and requested for their expertise to either drop the case or lower my penalties due to the accident. They were quick, efficient, and responsive in helping me.When I called them on a Sunday evening Mike answered immediately and gave me an appointment for the next day. This was one of the complicated DUI cases since I had an additional charge for child endangerment. Fortunately on the first court day of my case Mike Kraut emailed me with the best news in my life that all those charges got rejected. If you asked me how I do not know how the magic has happened. Kraut team also handled the DMV hearing 2 weeks ago and I got the best possible result, the license suspension was "set-aside" which means I will have no license suspension time, no DMV record or insurance premium raise.I owe my professional license to Mike and his team and I say they are the best. I hope no one gets into DUI trouble,but if it happened and you have a professional license, trust me hands down Kraut's team is number one in LA.Highly highly highly recommended do not waste your time and money with other law firms!

I was driving home on the 110 fwy after a night of diner and cocktails with friends on Superbowl weekend. The end of the fwy in Pasadena has serious curves and I was too busy talking to notice police behind me. I went over the line on a curve and was pulled over. Like a dummy I told the truth, “yeah ...I had a drinks with dinner, but that was hours ago”. Next thing I know I am taking a breathalyzer test and arrested! I later found out I blew just over the limit. The whole experience is horrible! I have never been in trouble before. What’s worse? I just finished grad school in education and have not found a job yet. I will not pass fingerprints and cannot work with kids with a DUI on my record! Right away I start researching lawyers. Found my top 5 and Michael Kraut was #3 on my list. I left messages and Michael was the first to contact me. He called me after business hours and said that he always tries to call clients on the same day. This was a good sign! I met 2 other lawyers first who were not reassuring. One lawyer was overly concerned about getting paid (yes, I am unemployed). The other lawyer said that I will be ok because it’s my first offense. I did not feel like he would fight the charges. My future career is on the line! At my meeting with Michael, he was professional, knowledgeable, confident, honest, and well connected. He personally works his own cases and handles everything including DMV. I was a nervous wreck. Michael empathized, listened to my story, and reassured me. Two things sealed the deal for me. (1) He asks lots of targeted questions which gave me the sense that he was asking about things to use to fight the charges. (2) He proceeded with the same sense of urgency that I felt. He started working right away on the DMV paperwork while I was still in the office. He was honest and gave me the best case scenario and the most likely scenario. I left his office feeling like I was in the best hands! Throughout my case, Michael returned calls and emails within the hour, or at most within the same day. He is busy and his responses were friendly and to the point. I only wish his legal secretary would send an email update as soon as something happens with your case. I found out about my DUI charges when I contacted him about my DMV hearing. However, I always knew that he was working hard on my case. Michael prepared all of my paperwork so quickly that it went in BEFORE the DA even had a chance to file. The DUI charges were DROPPPED! I was charged with Speed Exhibition! Michael met me at court and explained what would happen. I got a glorified speeding ticket, 1-day driving impact class, and $1000 total court fines. No jail, no AA meetings, no drug/alcohol treatment, and most importantly no DUI conviction on my record! He made the best case scenario happen! I am beyond grateful!!! Michael also represented me at the DMV hearing and did his best. Unfortunately, my drivers license was suspended for 6 months even though I do not have a DUI conviction. DMV has a separate policy from the courts and you are auto suspended if you blow over the limit. The cost…If you want the best, you will have to pay Michael for his expertise. Yes, I’m broke but my boyfriend is not. Michael allowed us to break up his fee into a few payments. Please do not drink and drive! It is not worth it. Do not drive even if you only had a few cocktails over dinner and you don’t even feel drunk. I have learned my lesson! But if you do get in trouble, call Michael Kraut! He is absolutely the best!!!