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Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the lawyer for providing exceptional, highly professional, and compassionate representation in criminal defense matters. Clients frequently highlight the lawyer's responsiveness, strategic approach, and deep knowledge of the legal system, noting that they consistently achieved favorable outcomes, including dismissed charges and restored peace of mind.

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Showing 191 - 195 of 496 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by Monte | November 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Life Saver

My wife an I were traveling in to LAX from Tahiti. She was detained by Border Security for a misdemeanor warrant in the Mid West and sent to 77 Station jail in the middle of the night. A 60 year old woman with health issues. Michael and team had her released by 3 pm. He took my call in the middle of ...the night and worked with me hourly. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Angelo | November 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Welfare fraud case

I was terrified when I received a letter from the Superior Court, charging me with 2 felonies for Welfare fraud. I started looking for an attorney when a friend referred me to Michael Kraut. My friend had a DUI case that was dismissed after hiring the services of Mr. Kraut's Law firm. That was exa...ctly what I needed, have these felonies out of my record. I immediately contacted Mr. Kraut in the middle of the night since I had his cell phone number provided by my friend. I was going to leave a message, but surprisingly, Mr. Kraut answered my call. He scheduled an appointment the next morning. After explaining my case, Mr. Kraut said to me, "I can have those felonies dismissed"... and that's exactly what he did! I was impressed with his connections at the court room! Everybody there knew him and respected him!, including judges!. If you are looking for a champion lawyer, your search ends here! You will be informed of the status of your case, step-by-step. Mr. Kraut is a great negotiator and will find the best possible deal for you as he did for me. I do not have those felonies in my record, Thank you once again Mr. Kraut for doing a great job. I would highly recommend Michael Kraut and his firm.

Posted by Raymond | November 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney

The Best Choice for Superior Representation

Michael Kraut possesses a grasp of the law that occupies that rare and uppermost one-percent of attorneys who practice the profession to perfection. Hiring him to represent and defend you is the smartest, most superlative decision you can make. There simply is no other option worth considering.  M...ichael is the straight shooting lawyer who wastes none of his or your time. He was recommended through a highly respected friend who assured me Michael would meet with me immediately and quickly identify the precise scope and serious degree of the charges.  This is exactly what took place. Michael agreed to see me the same day we reached out to him. We spoke at noon and I was in his office, one-on-one, before 3PM. He is incredibly accessible and answers his calls personally. He is there for you, fully dedicated and completely focused. What makes this representation so powerful is the way Michael examines and then explains what must be done to defend effectively, and have the charges dropped.  The resultant peace of mind generated by his articulations is vital.  It is also priceless.  One cannot attach a dollar value to this.  Contacting him quickly and agreeing to his representation puts you ahead of the ugliness, and will protect what has taken you decades to establish. Positive relationships and hard-earned reputations can be ruined by the wrong utterance, or ugly gossip. Michael Kraut is there to make sure this never happens. He blocks it and stops it, dead in its tracks.  He is a master at adroitly defending his clients. It frees one to focus and provide him with all the necessary information he requires to mount an effective defense. He thoroughly informs himself with every fact surrounding the case, and positions himself to be fully prepared to address every detail. This, of course, is key to the matchless quality and care he provides. It is essential to the successful outcome he seeks for everyone he represents. Michael Kraut knows how the law works. He is a master at removing the worry and fear that can be so debilitating. He understands the frailties of the human spirit and enters the battle fully prepared and engaged. My respect for him is limitless. I am forever thankful to Michael Kraut. My admiration for his love of family and passion for God's creatures is boundless. I strongly recommend him to anyone who wishes to be represented by the best.

Posted by Bobby | November 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney

I wish 10 STARS were an option !

I was undergoing a domestic abuse case when I called Michael. I had previously paid a lawyer that left me in the dust. My girlfriend had resolved the issues. And inmonths of therapy. But still the law was perusing to take me to court and could loose my job. The law firm of Michael Kraut worked dilige...ntly and tirelessly at my case. With not only me but listening to my girlfriend and out therapist. The case was dropped. I owe my life, relationship, and job to these people. Never any judgement. But clear headed and kind. They are top notch. Forever grateful. Bobby.

Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Thank You Michael and firm

Michael's law firm handled my case very smoothly and incredibly quickly. I made a mistake of hiring a lawyer I knew because he ended up wanting to teach me a lesson. He made my misdemeanor possession case end up so complicated and lasting over a year long. However, Michael fixed and did damage contro...l on the problems that my previous lawyer unnecessarily generated. I actually found Michael on this website. I was nervous that he would put my case as a lesser priority because he deals with much bigger clients and cases; however, the firm was on it immediately and produced the results I wanted and hoped for since the beginning, which was dismissal and withdrawal in a short span of time. I can definitely say that he looks out for one's future and best interests and does a skillful job. Michael is also always reachable on the phone and through email. Calls don't go to his assistant first, which I was surprised about and liked. He is very clear on his intentions. I was doubtful after my former lawyer hugely mishandled my case and broke the trust I had in attorneys. Now, I regret not hiring Michael sooner from the start because so much unnecessary money, time, and tears wouldn't have been wasted. It used to be disappointment after disappointment when going to court. It has changed to contentment, optimism, and jubilation through his honest and hard work. I am genuinely grateful to him and his firm for helping me reroute my life.

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