Practice areas
18 years
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18 years
18 years
Languages spoken
Spanish
501 West Broadway, Ste. 1360
San Diego, CA, 92101
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2004 | 06/19/2022 |
Legal answers | 415 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top Contributor | AVVO | 2014 |
Clients' Choice | AVVO | 2014 |
Superb Rating | AVVO | 2013 |
Top Contributor | AVVO | 2013 |
Judge Gerald Brown Progress Award | University of San Diego School of Law | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Law Offices of Michael Anthony Hernandez | 2004 - Present |
Of Counsel | Morris Law Firm APC | 2014 - 2014 |
Contract Attorney | Law Offices of Jan Ronis | 2004 - 2007 |
Contract Attorney | Law Offices of Michael Pancer | 2004 - 2007 |
Contract Attorney | Law Offices of David Bartick | 2004 - 2010 |
Law Clerk | Law Offices Of Jan Joseph Bejar, A, PLC | 2003 - 2004 |
Law Clerk | Law Offices of Greg Obenauer | 2002 - 2003 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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California Attorneys for Criminal Justice | Legislative Committee | 2012 - Present |
California Attorneys for Criminal Justice | New Lawyers Division Committee | 2012 - Present |
California Attorneys for Criminal Justice | Board of Governors | 2011 - Present |
San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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San Diego Lawyer Magazine | Tried & True Efficiency Boosters | 2016 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of San Diego School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2003 |
University of California - Berkeley | Bachelor of Arts | 1997 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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USD Paralegal Program | Paralegals in the Modern Law Office | 2016 |
STEPPS | Small Law Practice | 2013 |
PS475 Administrative Law | TSA Administrative Hearings | 2013 |
PS475 Administrative Law | Administrative Law | 2012 |
STEPPS | Small Law Practice | 2012 |
PS475 Administrative Law | Administrative Law | 2011 |
PS475 Administrative Law | Administrative Law | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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In re Joey G., 206 Cal.App.4th 343 | Reversed and remanded; case dismissed |
Drug Smuggling | Case Dismissed |
DUI, 0.27 BAC | Wet Reckless |
Alien Smuggling | Pretrial Diversion |
DUI with Accident | Wet Reckless |
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Jose Monico, Unknown Attorney on Jul 31, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Michael is willing to share his knowledge and experiences with fellow lawyers.
Charles Millioen, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 3, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
It's always a pleasure running into Michael around the courthouse and watching him advocate for clients. He is passionate, intelligent, and articulate; definitely an asset to any client.
Joshua Lopez, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 28, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a great attorney willing to help his clients and fellow colleagues in the community.
Danielle Iredale, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 23, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Mike Hernandez is a consummate professional. He is extremely diligent and treats everyone (co-counsel, peers, clients, opposing counsel) with respect. He is bright, creative, and willing to go the extra mile for his clients.
Somair Alam, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 12, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael is an exceptional criminal defense attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer.
Trevor Potts, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 29, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Hernandez is one of San Diego County's preeminent criminal defense attorneys. His knowledge of criminal defense, and the law in general, makes attorney Hernandez stand out from the rest of the pack. He is highly respected by his peers and State/Fed courts alike, not just for his skills as an attorney, but also for the high character person he is. I highly endorse attorney Hernandez to anyone looking for a top notch criminal defense attorney.
Hector Tamayo, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
A tireless and zealous advocate for his clients Michael is a top notch attorney with the results to match. He is sharp minded and knowledgeable and has achieved superior results for his clients. I strongly endorse Michael Hernandez.
Brenda Lopez, Unknown Attorney on May 10, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael is a very competent and compassionate criminal defense attorney.
Jennifer Gerstenzang, Unknown Attorney on Feb 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael Hernandez is a leader in the community with his knowledge about his areas of practice. He has a keen understanding of the law and he puts his loyalty and duty to his client first during every step of his representation. As a client, he is a person you can count on to help you when you find yourself in the unfortunate position requiring an attorney. He will not only give you the best legal advice available, he will also ease your concerns by carefully explaining the law as it pertains to your case. As a colleague, he is a person you can depend on to share his unique knowledge in his areas of practice. I highly recommend this attorney.
Hovanes Margarian, Unknown Attorney on Nov 12, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Paul Swiller, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 4, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Hernandez is an intelligent and effective attorney, and I highly endorse him.
Jay Temple, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Hernandez is a fantastic attorney. He is an intelligent and talented advocate. In speaking with Mr. Hernandez I can tell that he is passionate about his work and cares about his clients. Prosecutors, Judges, and other defense attorneys in San Diego have a great deal of respect for this attorney. His stellar reputation is well deserved.
Alvin Lee, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 1, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer without hesitation or reservation. Mr. Hernandez is a fearless attorney and a relentless advocate for his clients. I've had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Hernandez for several years, and I remain consistently impressed with the patience he takes with clients and the tenacity he demonstrates in representing those clients. I strongly recommend Michael A. Hernandez as a criminal defense attorney.
John O'Brien, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.
Francis Ciardi, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 7, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Ronza Rafo, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 17, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Hernandez sets a great example of what a lawyer should be. His sincere concern and advocacy for his clients is admirable. He is willing to go above and beyond what's required while representing his clients. I learned so much from Mr. Hernandez and really enjoyed working with him.
Laura Shaver, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 23, 2014
Relationship: Friend
I proudly endorse Mike Hernandez. It's rare to see an attorney work so hard for his clients, but Mike gives every client all he's got! He's an excellent attorney and I routinely refer friends to him and they always tell me how great he is! He is well respected in the San Diego legal community and his results prove it.
Marc Kohnen, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael Hernandez possesses one of San Diego's best legal minds. Before I personally knew Michael, I already knew of him by way of his reputation in the legal community. Michael's dedication to his cases is unwavering, and his knowledge of the legal process make him one of your best options if you are ever on the wrong side of a criminal complaint. As a client - you want a lawyer that will go to war with you on your case, and Michael is definitely the kind of lawyer you want in your bunker.
Peter Blair, White collar crime Attorney on Nov 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Hernandez is well respected in both state and federal courts throughout Southern California. He is an aggressive litigator and routinely earns tremendous results for his clients. I highly endorse Mr. Hernandez and wish nothing but success for him and his practice.
Madison Nguyen, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 19, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I am very impressed with Mike for his outstanding work and greatly admire the fact that after all these years of working with clients, he still cares about each and every client as if though that client was his first client and puts the time and effort to ensure a fair and reasonable outcome. My firm independently contracts with Mike for criminal law matters. He has been a criminal lawyer for several years and it shows. He is very knowledgeable in his area of expertise. Additionally, he responds promptly to inquiries. I highly recommend him to other firms or clients who are looking for an ethical San Diego based lawyer who will zealously defend his clients.
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