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Michael Bialys has been California's Premier DUI Defense Attorney since 2009. He has personally been responsible for getting hundreds of cases dismissed both with the courts and the DMV.
Michael has always prided himself on offering client oriented service, making sure that the client doesn’t feel like a file or a number but a human being. Michael is very much involved and concerned about the future and the outcome of his cases. Early on Michael illustrated his people skills as the winner of the Witkin Award in law school for achieving the highest grade in his interviewing and counseling class.
Additionally he has an astute understanding of the long term effects of having any type of criminal record, particularly in this job market. Michael has been instrumental in getting records expunged for clients all over the nation. He has been interviewed on FOX news regarding expungement law and quoted in several articles.
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20 years
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State: California
Acquired: 2004
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587 N. Ventu Park Road, Suite 406, Newbury Park, CA, 91320
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Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Great lawyer helping me throughout my case and I mean throughout the whole entire time frame. Always responds too you quickly. Great person and honest person. Wants the best for you. I would recommend 10/10
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Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
I give this man 5 stars he is very honest and helpful on consultation . Seriously a rare type of attorney in my eyes I've talked to many in my life unfortunately but I can say this guy makes me feel a little smarter about my case and he is very fair priced for his obvious knowledge. And he answers p...
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Posted by Stanley | June 8, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I was very fortunate to have found the law offices of Michael Bialys. From the beginning to finality of my case I was given professional help at a time I desperately needed it. Everyone I spoke with was helpful in answering my many questions. I would refer Michael Bialys’s law firm to anyone who need...
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Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
My consultation with Michael was everything, he was able to provide me with great advice & great guidance on what my next move is all before meeting him in person. He put me at ease and made me feel like a human, not a criminal, his tone and his willingness to help felt as genuine as can be! Thank yo...
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Posted by Nancy | October 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Wonderful, professional, knowledgeable, absolutely exceeded my expectations. The outcome of the case could not have been better. True to their word, great support, and always there when needed. Easy to contact and communicate. Michael and James hands down are wonderful.
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"I'm so grateful to know Michael as a peer and as a dear friend. I recently reached out to Michael on a case which was difficult for me; he simplified it and gave me top-notch advice. I've had the pleasure of knowing Michael for 15 years. He's just a tremendous attorney, particularly in the area of DUI law. I also consider him a close friend, and I'm not surprised at how successful and trusted he is as an advocate. Thank you, Michael, so very much for your assistance."
"Michael is a skilled lawyer, with experience, knowledge and passion. He is a savvy problem solver, a force to be reckoned with at trial and a serious advocate for his clients. He is driven by a killer work ethic and invested in achieving the best possible outcome for his clients."
"Michael is a tireless advocate for his clients. I have worked with him on many complex and difficult cases. He carefully thinks through his strategy for every legal matter. Once he has identified his plan he moves forward regardless of the obstacles. Michael's relationships with the various prosecutors throughout Southern California are an asset to anyone that works with him."
"Michael Bialys is one of the most talented and creative lawyers practicing Criminal Law in Southern California. He has become a specialist in DUI cases and is the man to see if a friend or loved one has the misfortune of being arrested for DUI. Michael is hard-working, extremely effective, and devoted to his client's needs. If you need a lawyer to handle a DUI, I can't recommend him highly enough."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mike on a handful of cases. He is an excellent attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known and worked on cases with Michael for years. He is a top-flight DUI attorney to whom I would refer such cases without hesitation."
"Michael is extremely professional, hard working, and attentive. I have worked with him in the past and can attest to his dedication and loyalty to his clients."
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2014
Top Contributor Criminal Defense, Avvo
2013
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2013
A+ Award, Better Business Bureau
2013
AAA Rating Award, Business Consumer Alliance
2012
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2012
AAA Member Rating Award, Business Consumer Alliance
2011
AAA Rating Award, Business Consumer Alliance
2010
AAA Award, Consumer Business Alliance
2001
Academic Excellence, Witkin Legal Institute
2000
The Witkin Award, Western State College of Law
2009 - Present
President, Law Office Of Michael Bialys, DUI Man
2007 - 2009
Managing Partner, Liberty Bell Law Group
2005 - 2007
Legal Case Manager, Criminal Defense Associates
2002 - 2005
Case Manager, The Criminal Defense Group
2014 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - Present
California Attorney for Ciminal JusticeMember
2014 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2010 - Present
Business Consumer AllianceMember
2009 - Present
Better Business BureauMember
2004 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Client was given formal probation no jail time no prison time
Client enterd Plea to wet/reckless
Dismissed at Trial
THE DUI MAN gets it lowered to a misdemeanor with no prison time and work furlough instead of jail
Pled to Wet reckless
Restitution arrangements made, Felony Probation transferred out of State through interstate compact, NO JAIL OR PRISON TIME.
Client pled to lesser charge of wet reckless and his employment was saved.
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
2006
English
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Michael earned significant contribution points in 2024.
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30 Nov 2025
I got pulled over for having suspended license due to a dui, I have court date coming up what do i plea?
13 Nov 2025
How do I find a lawyer who specializes in alternative sentencing (rehab/mental stabilization) to address mental health issues?
03 Nov 2025