Michele Terese Ferroni

Michele Terese Ferroni

4.4
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 35 years

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

301 East Colorado Boulevard, Suite 520, Pasadena, CA

About Michele

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Always


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 35 years

State: California

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Michele T. Ferroni, Attorney at Law

301 East Colorado Boulevard, Suite 520, Pasadena, CA, 91101

Law Offices of Michele Terese Ferroni

Po Box 70081, Pasadena, CA, 91117

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Michele Terese Ferroni's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

5 star (16)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (3)

Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

terrible experience

I had a really bad experience with Ms. Ferroni, which made my court case even scarier. It felt like she didn't spend any time looking at my case and only replied to my text messages a few hours before we had to go to court. I'm not a lawyer and don't know much about the law, but I think I could have ...gotten the same result without her. That's how unhelpful she was. Please find a better lawyer.

Posted by Amy | January 22, 2015

Compassionate, amazing lawyer who helped me through the worst time in my life

I'm so blessed I met Michele after I got arrested for my first DUI. I met with several lawyer prior to Michele Ferroni and they all seemed rushed and only concerned about the money. After meeting with Michele I knew she was a rare attorney who really cares about her clients. I was able to reach her ...in the evening and on weekends. Believe me, I am sure I was hard to deal with because I was so scared and my future was on the line. Michele was so patient with me. She is also a brilliant lawyer and even the judge and DA acted like they knew her for years and I could see that was making a difference in my favor. She did a great job and I ended up with NO suspension and no DUI on my record. Thank you Michele for helping me and my family through this difficult time!

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2015

Probably the worst experience I have ever had.

So for starters, She mad huge promises that no lawyer should ever make. Then on the first day of her representing me she got upset at the judge because the judge was calling other cases before hers and so she just walked out and left my co-defendant's representation to represent me as well. Then the ...next time she was suppose to be there at 8:30am she didn't bother to show up till 11:00am. Then accused me of wasting her time. EXCUSE me I AM PAYING YOU!!!!! So for the last event, she told me that I should be eligible for prop-47, when she showed up she requested to be off the case. So in turn I just fired her. Worst representation that I could ever have asked for.

Michele Ferroni

Replied last January 16, 2015

This could not be further from the truth. It is inaccurate and completely contradicts the court record. I have appeared in this courthouse and in front of this particular judge for many years. I have an excellent rapport with the judge and prosecutors in this court. I am professional, well liked and respected. The court has never been displeased with my conduct nor me with theirs. Communications by my client were made with the prosecutor and the judge that are prohibited when a client is represented by counsel. I would have liked to continue my representation and discussions with my client however the court followed proper protocol in making inquiries about the client’s desire to represent herself which would allow her to speak freely and directly to the prosecutor. The motion was granted and my client was able to proceed representing herself. With that I could no longer ethically speak with the prosecutor about the case and was required to turn over all discovery. I remain accessible and my door is always open for any further discussions on the matter.

Posted by Blain | October 29, 2014

Amazing Attorney

Michele helped me through my first bit of legal troubles, and I couldn't ask for a better person to help me through one of the toughest times in my life. I had no idea what to expect, and I was pretty nervous and afraid of going through it before I talked to her. She made sure to walk me through ever...y step and didn't hesitate to answer all of my questions at all hours of the day and night. She gave me her personal number and was very quick to respond to both texts and phone calls. Michele is very well respected in her field and I know this because of seeing her interact with people in the court and also from just throwing her name out when I meet other attorneys. She was able to drop my case substantially, but to me the biggest factor that made my experience with her great was her ability to put me at ease and not let myself get down or beat myself up. Michele is not only an excellent attorney, but a wonderful woman who cares about her clients and sees them as more than a customer, but as people, and people who need help going through a difficult time.

Posted by anonymous | October 21, 2014

Worst of the Worst!

Ms. Ferroni represented me for a DUI case 6 years ago. The DUI was a result of poor judgment on my part and luckily no one was hurt. Scared and overwhemled by the procees, I contacted the firm Michelle worked for and she was assigned my case. What a complete rip-off. I could have done the job myself.... Never was able to get a hold of her, never returned any calls and the only communications I recieved from her was on my court date...via text messages. Totally unprofessional! Don't waste your money or time with Ms. Ferroni. Find someone else who is really willing to help you.

Michele Ferroni

Replied last October 28, 2014

I am very saddened and surprised, especially after 6 years have passed, to hear of your dissatisfaction with my services. I take great pride in my work as evidenced by the positive feedback from my clients and colleagues. If my representation was through a relationship with a firm, it is common practice to access me, the attorney, by way of the firm. It is truly unfortunate that even though you had my personal cell number as you stated, which attorneys rarely give out, that you did not contact me to express your feelings.

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Michele Terese Ferroni's Lawyer Endorsements

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Adrianos Facchetti

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle is passionate about her work and her clients and she works tirelessly on their behalf, making sure their interests are vigorously advocated and ensuring they understand the process that will result in the absolute best outcome for them So everybody is happy and can go home. In addition to her considerable work ethic, she is highly effective and she has substantial trial experience. You should strongly consider hiring her."

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Pamela DiBello

Criminal defense lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michele is well respected in the legal community, by both lawyers and Judges, for her knowledge and expertise in the field of criminal defense. She is a zealous and compassionate advocate and works extremely hard for her clients."

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Regina Scherer

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michele Ferroni is a talented lawyer. She is not only knowledgeable but an excellent advocate for her clients with both the court and the prosecutors. Because of these qualities Michele obtains amazing results for her clients. She cares about her clients and is always seeking to be the strongest advocate for them. I wholeheartedly endorse Michele Ferroni."

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Rande Sotomayor

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michele Ferroni is a first-choice criminal defense attorney who provides a tremendous depth of experience and a genuine dedication to her clients. She is a passionate and determined advocate who works hard to achieve the very best possible results."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michele. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Ann Gottesman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Michele Ferroni! Ms. Ferroni is one of those rare defense attorneys who really cares about her clients and fights hard to protect their rights. Her legal knowledge and dedication to achieving justice make Ms. Ferroni a highly effective and strong advocate for her clients. Ms. Ferroni is experienced, determined and compassionate, and is held in high esteem by both her colleagues and adversaries!"

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Todd Landgren

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Ferroni is dedicated to getting the BEST possible results for her clients. She is very experienced, works tirelessly, is professional, and gets better much results than other attorneys because of those qualities. Unlike many attorneys, she always responds to calls and the clients concerns. I highly recommend her if you or a friend are charged with a DUI!"

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Jeanne Normandeau

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Michele Ferroni for 15 years. We first met while I was working as a prosecutor. She impressed me with her aggressive representation of her clients and due diligence. She continues to work very hard for her clients and achieves amazing results with her tenacious handling of her cases. I highly recommend Michele Ferroni."

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Randall Longwith

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michele is an exceptional lawyer. The hard work she puts into every case, along with her command of the law, helps her to achieve superior results for her clients. I would not hesitate to recommend Michele Ferroni."

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Regina Scherer

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Rande Sotomayor

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Ann Gottesman

DUI and DWI lawyer

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James Tedford

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Jeanne Normandeau

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

Best of 2015, Thumbtack

2014

Clients Choice Award, Avvo

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Owner, Michele T. Ferroni, Attorney at Law, Criminal Defense and DUI Attorney

1995 - 1997

Criminal Defense Attorney, Chase & Miller Law Firm

1993 - 1995

Attorney, Alternate Defense Counsel, Alternate Public Defender's Office, County of Los Angeles

1987 - 1992

Attorney, law clerk, Sacramento County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

Women's Professional Business Group

member

2012 - Present

The Esquire Network (TEN)

member

2011 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

member

2011 - Present

Pasadena Pacers

member

1995 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

member

1991 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

member

Sample of Legal Cases

People of the State of California vs. Brian B.

Entire case dismissed

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Education

1989

Lincoln COL

law

1981

California St Univ Sacramento

undergraduate

Languages

English

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