Michelle Ann Mathes

Michelle Ann Mathes

also known as Michelle Ann Chambers

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Torrance, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1405 Crenshaw Blvd., Floor 2, Torrance, CA

About Michelle

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Domestic Violence; Theft Offenses; Sex Crimes; Drug Offense; Driving Under the Influence Drugs/Alcohol

28 years | 1,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Ernenwein & Mathes, LLP

1405 Crenshaw Blvd., Floor 2, Torrance, CA, 90501

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Michelle Ann Mathes's Reviews

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5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dr. Kay | August 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Phenomenal Lawyer

Michelle Mathes has saved my life. I am an Ivy League trained physician, who has graduated from Yale. I lived in PVE, enjoying a charmed life. Recently my life unraveled while going through a traumatic divorce and child custody battle. I was involved in a domestic dispute with my abusive husband. I w...as being charged with multiple felonies by the district attorney, on which they were not willing to budge. I have no prior criminal history & these felony charges would have made me lose my medical license (MD), livelihood, & children. Reacting out of panic, I only made the situation worst. Most other lawyers found me too challenging to work with; they advised Robert and Michelle to drop my case and give up on me. Robert is a consummate professional who does not give up. Michelle is a brilliant humanist who is capable of thinking with both her heart and her mind, & she definitely does not give up. They didn't give up on me, and that made all the difference! I'm eternally grateful to them both. Michelle has had a profound impact on my life. She not only has a firm grasp of legal matters, but also of human emotions. This dynamic duo worked all hours of the day and night on my case. They exerted effort way beyond the amount that I had paid them. They were continuously and immediately responsive. They spend innumerable hours holding my hand and walking me through the process. When I thought that I was a lost cause, Michelle helped me believe in myself and my future, to see the light at the end of the tunnel. On my 39th birthday, the judge handed down a ruling dismissing all of my felony charges. I now have a job as a Neuroradiologist, making six figures, resuming relations with my children; I have a sense of self-worth and a narrative that I don't feel ashamed of anymore. All of this is thanks to Michelle. I trust this powerful team with my life, because they have saved it time and time again. They have the talent, integrity & fortitude to help you save yours. I recommend Michelle highly!

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Samuel O'Keefe

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Mathes and Mr. Ernenwein provided the framework for an important motion for defendants all over California. The template was well-written, well-researched and extremely thorough. Their hard word and generosity have already helped several of my clients."

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Gregory Royston

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I’m happy to write this letter of recommendation on behalf of Michelle Mathes. I’ve been working with and referring potential clients with criminal law issues to Michelle for more than 10 years. Whether felony or misdemeanor, the reasons I refer to her are really quite simple: she’s a pro; she’s got character and integrity; she knows what she’s talking about and she returns phone calls. If you have ever had occasion to take a call from a client looking for an attorney who can help on a criminal matter, you know that time is always of the essence. This is where Michelle shines. Michelle is a team player. Given that she only practices in criminal matters, she is always on the lookout for other attorneys to refer non-criminal work to. She’s a great resource. While Michelle’s practice is in Torrance, California, her clientele takes her throughout Southern California. Michelle is a wealth of knowledge and a great asset. Feel free to give her a call"

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2020

Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation, National Trial Lawyers

1994

American Jurisprudence Award - Real Property, Lawyers Cooperative Publishing

1994

American Jurisprudence Award - Civil Procedure, Lawyers Cooperative Publishing

1993

American Jurisprudence Award - Criminal Law, Lawyers Cooperative Publishing

1993

Corpus Juris Secundum Award - Criminal Law, West Publishing Corporation

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Partner, Ernenwein & Mathes, LLP

2018 - 2021

Associate Attorney, The Law Offices of Robert Ernenwein, PC

2001 - 2018

Attorney, Law Office of Michelle A. Chambers

1999 - 2001

Associate Attorney, Grace, Genson Cosgrove & Schirm

1997 - 1999

Senior Law Clerk - Attorney, Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office

1996 - 1996

Judicial Extern, United States Court Of Appeals, 9th Circuit

Associations

2020 - Present

California Defense Counsel

Member

2020 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

2020 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

1998 - Present

State Bar of California

Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Maria Trinidad Mendoza

Granted - Motion to Vacate Judgment (Pen. Code 1473.7)

People v. Anthony Steven Holmes

Granted - Motion to Suppress (Pen. Code 1538.5)

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Education

1997

Southwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor With Honors

1993

University of California, Irvine

Teaching Credential

1991

University of California - Irvine

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

CACJ DUI Rules of the Road Seminar XXIV 2021 Diversion for DUI Offenses - PC 1001.95

Publications

2021

67 Cal.App.5th Supp.1 People v. Superior Court (Espeso)

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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