Michael Anthony Scafiddi

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Michael Anthony Scafiddi

also known as Law Office Michael Scafiddi

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at San Bernardino, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

432 N Arrowhead Ave, San Bernardino, CA

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About Michael

Biography

Dedicated to providing personal and proactive representation

Experienced trial lawyer who cares about his clients

Almost forty years handling DUI cases

Successful lawyer who has recovery over $27,000.000.00 for injured client

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 50%

29 years

50%
Criminal Defense 40%

29 years

40%
Personal Injury 10%

29 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
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Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in California for 28 years

State: California

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael Anthony Scafiddi

432 N Arrowhead Ave, San Bernardino, CA, 92401

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Michael Anthony Scafiddi's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

246 Client Reviews

Showing 36 - 40 of 44 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Marilou Averbeck | August 16, 2013 | Litigation

Attorney Michael Scafiddi Proven Winner

Michael Scafiddi is one of the best lawyers in southern California, in my opinion. He is very knowledgeable about the law and has many years of experience in litigation, as well as trial experience. I have personally known him for twenty years. I have seen him represent friends of mine, which al...ways results in a positive outcome for his clients. I would recommend everyone to have Michael Scafiddi represent them in their legal matters, because he is a proven winner.

Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2013 | Criminal Defense

2nd Father

Lightning struck for the second time about eight months ago. I was again involved in a near fatal automobile accident. I was in a coma for a whole week. While in coma the (CHP) that arrived on the scene was pressuring my mom at the hospital to sign documents on my behalf. My cousin who is a Family La...w Attorney was immediately contacted. She referred the Law Offices of Michael A. Scafiddi. She indicated that his law firm was the best around. After contacting the law firm we immediately recieved a response from Attorney Scot T. Neudorff. Neudorff showed up to the hospital briefly talked to the (CHP) shortly after the CHP left. When i was released from the hospital we met with Attorney Neudorff of the Law Firm of Michael A. Scafiddi. After meeting with Attorney Neudorff we retained the Law Firm of Michael A. Scafiddi. They defended myself from the several Felony criminal charges filed by the District Attorney's Office. Initially at the beginning stages of my case Attorney Neudorff was handling my case, he exhibited professionalism, knowledge of law, and compassion for my family and myself. After the inital phases, Attorney Michael A. Scafiddi personally took over my case. As i met with Scafiddi for the first time he informed me of all the charges and consequences i was facing. It was one of the most emotional days of my life. But Scafiddi reassured me that he took my case personally and that he was going to fight for me as if i was his daughter. He was concerned for my emotional and mental health which i was battling with at the time. He needed the OK from me to proceed with my case and that i was going to do my part and he was going to do his. Scafiddi said it was going to be a very long tedious road. He used an analogy that i kept in the back of my mind throughout the whole case. Scafiddi said,"Look at it as though we are running a track meet and every hurdle was one step closer to the finish line." As those words came from his mouth i knew i could proceed and trust this man with my life. I told Scafiddi, "Let's do this." Eventually after repeated court appearances Michael A. Scafiddi got me a plea bargain that was acceptable to not only myself but to the other party as well. I get very emotional when i am reminiscent on how broken i was when Scafiddi and his firm first met me. I am no longer broken but have become stronger from this whole life experience. I just want to thank Scafiddi and his firm for fighting for me and getting my life back. I got a new chance at life thanks to Scafiddi and his firms love of what they do. God is going to bless the Law Offices of Michael A. Scafiddi for they did a miracle in my life! I consider Michael A. Scafiddi to be a second father and his firm apart of my family.

Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2013

One of the Best!

Attorney Mike Scafiddi is very sincerely on your side. Just recently my son was involved in an accident and within a couple of hours of making the call to Mr. Scafiddi, my son was getting the help and advice he needed and shortly thereafter was in a meeting with the attorney to go over every detail.... Not only does Mr. Scafiddi seem very knowledgable about the law, he is also understanding and compassionate to what you are emotionally going through and he's very patient in making sure you understand the process. Mr. Scafiddi and his staff have done a great job keeping us informed and updated and I highly recommend him.

Posted by Nichole | August 09, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent Service!

Thoughtful, honest, and effective are the three words I would use to describe the Law Offices of Michael A Scafiddi. I called his office to obtain some information regarding my traffic violation case. He was very helpful and took the time to explain the procedure that I would need to follow in orde...r to fight the violation in court. All of my concerns were addressed, all of my questions were answered. This firm consists of consummate professionals who can help you navigate through the legal system with relative ease. Plus, Mr. Scafiddi is a genuinely nice guy and he brings a sense of compassion to an otherwise difficult situation. I greatly appreciate his time, honesty and sound advice -- and will have no hesitancy in contacting him for anything that may come up in the future!

Posted by Matthew | February 08, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer and Great Office Staff

Michael Scafiddi and his staff not only handled my Criminal Defense but also followed up with my recent motions for early termination of probation, reduction of crime from felony to misdemeanor and expungement of record. Michael Scafiddi and his office helped me receive a plea bargain that was extre...mely fair. The original charge would have placed a felony on my record for life, but his office was able to plea to a different charge that has allowed me to petition for expungement just three years later. Michael Scafiddi and his staff, especially Scot Neurdoff, put together great motions for expungement. So much so, that the Judge even commented on how well written and how organized the motions were. By the end of the court appearance, even the District Attorney was on board and agreed with the recommendation for expungement and early termination of probation. Unfortunately for me, my crimes were very severe and the Judge did not think three years was just. He opted to continue my probation and felony but thanks to the hard work of Michael Scafiddi and his staff, the Judge gave me a return date that was very fair and will allow me to expunge my record and allow me to restart my life. This was a very difficult case to defend and is proving even harder to expunge because of the seriousness of the charges. Michael Scafiddi has been extremely professional and accomodating. As in most cases, this has been very stressful both emotionally and financially and Michael Scafiddi and his staff did everything they could to reduce these stresses and put me at ease. Even when my case was moved to another county which caused his staff to have to travel, they did not miss a beat. They jumped through hoops to accomodate the courts in the other county. They went far above and beyond what any other firm would have gone through. I would highly recommend him and his staff for anybody looking for a professional, respectful and knowledgeable Lawyer. I cannot thank him or his staff enough for the way they have treated both myself and my mother in this case. They were so helpful in keeping my mother calm and giving her a place to ask questions even during the time while I was incarcerated. Sincerely, A Very Satisfied Client

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Michael Anthony Scafiddi's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Dickinson

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is probably the hardest working lawyer I know. His passion for his work is unmatched. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jessica De Anda Leon

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Scafiddi is a great attorney. He is very passionate and dedicated to helping his clients obtain the best results possible. When I needed legal advice on how to handle a case he was more than happy to help me. He is very knowledgeable and experienced."

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Leonard Manalo

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is a great attorney who provides passionate defense for all his clients."

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Neeraj Singh

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very passionate and extremely competent attorney."

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Brian Shapiro

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Scafiddi and I have worked several serious personal injury matters together. His passion for his clients, experience and attention to detail truly set him apart. I recommend Mike Scafiddi and the Law Offices of Michael Scafiddi."

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Kareem Ramadan

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike’s resolute personality and commitment to ethics are the pillars to his successful practice of law. He views his role as an attorney like a bridge to justice for his clients and it’s very difficult not to be influenced to do better after spending time around him. It’s an honor to endorse Mike."

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Amir Soleimanian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark McDonald

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is well-respected for his superb skills both in criminal and civil litigation. Mike has a wealth of experience and results to prove it when it comes to his courtroom representation of and negotiation on behalf of his clients. Great lawyer all around."

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David Leicht

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Scafiddi for several years and I have worked with him on a co-defendant case. Mr. Scafiddi is a true professional and works hard for his clients. I recommend him highly."

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Kasey Castillo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike has a great reputation amongst both sides of the bar and with the judiciary-- he is a straight shooter and well-liked. Much of his time is donated to those who are truly in need of legal defense--those who cannot afford it. His past life as a police officer makes him a well-rounded and knowledgeable attorney--- someone I would recommend to anyone I know."

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A. Felsen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great DUI Lawyer! I recommend Mike highly!"

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Eric Jones

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Scafiddi is an excellent attorney with vast experience in DUI matters."

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Courtney Will

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mike for several years and can say that he is without a doubt one of the most highly skilled criminal defense attorneys in Southern California. He is an extremely knowledgeable and very hardworking advocate who truly cares about his clients. I see too many attorneys these days that leave their clients wondering what is happening with their case; this never happens with Mike’s clients…he can always be found in the hallways of the courthouses sitting down with his clients and really explaining everything that is going on with their case. Further, Mike’s negotiation skills are second to none – he leaves no stone unturned in his preparation. If I ever need a second opinion on a case or have a co-defendant that needs excellent representation, I know I can always count on Mike. I have seen him work miracles in the courtroom, and give him my highest endorsement. If you need a top criminal defense/DUI attorney, then look no further."

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John Murray

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike is one of the best criminal and DUI defense lawyers in Southern California. He uses his knowledge and experience as a former police officer to deconstruct criminal cases. He gets amazing results for his clients."

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Michael Waddington

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Brian Crockett

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Scafiddi knows the law and how to make it work for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Reiter

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Mike since my days at Legal Aid Society of San Bernardino. He is experienced, he is passionate and he cares deeply about his clients. I have referred many of my clients to him in both criminal and personal injury matters, and if I were ever falsely accused of a crime, I would want him as my attorney."

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Aaron Turner

Criminal defense lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Scafiddi for almost my entire career and during that entire time he his has not only educated me on how to be a better lawyer, but has consistently provided counsel on how to strive to be the best lawyer. I credit much of my legal knowledge to Mr. Scafiddi and know that if I were ever in need of a lawyer, he would be the one I would call on. I am truly indebted and forever greatful to have met him."

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Gina Kershaw

Personal injury lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marcie Gardner

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a fellow police officer, Mr. Scafiddi can often spot defenses in cases which might escape other, less-seasoned attorneys. You will be impressed with his staff as well."

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Eve Maestre

Criminal defense lawyer

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James McGee

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jessica De Anda Leon

Criminal defense lawyer

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Neeraj Singh

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Leonard Manalo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ricson Dakanay

Criminal defense lawyer

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Malalai Farooqi

Criminal defense lawyer

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Roderick Daly

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kareem Ramadan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alicia Freeze

Criminal defense lawyer

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Megan Scafiddi

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Shapiro

Personal injury lawyer

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Ronald Powell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark McDonald

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michelle Will

Unknown lawyer

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Courtney Will

Unknown lawyer

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J. Ferraris

Unknown lawyer

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Jeffrey Moore

Criminal defense lawyer

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Scot Neudorff

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brooke Eno Elia

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top 100 DUI Attorneys -California, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2014

Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyer, The American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyer, The American Society of Legal Advocates

2012

Access to Justice Award, Legal Aid Society of San Bernardino

2012

St. Thomas More Award, San Bernardino County Bar Association

2010

Kearney-Nydam Award, San Bernardino County Bar Association

1989

Officer of the Year, Banning Police Department

1985

Life Saving Award, Ontario Police Department

Work Experience

2003 - Present

President/Managing attorney, Law Offices of Michael A. Scafiddi Inc.

1997 - 2003

Associate, Law Offices of William Shapiro

Associations

2009 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association

2009 - Present

National Conference of Bar Presidents

2009 - Present

Western San Bernardino County Bar Association

2008 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

2004 - Present

Legal Aid Society of San Bernardino

Vice President

2004 - Present

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Board of Directors

2008 - 2009

San Bernardino County Bar Association

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Peo v Christopher Olivas

Probation

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Education

1996

California Southern LS

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

Joseph B. Campbell Inn of Court Meeting

Legal Aid Society Role in local community

2009

San Bernardino County Bar Association Criminal Law Section

Dealing with issues of DMV Administrative Per Se Hearings

2009

California Association of Licensed Investigators

Role of Private Investigators in Criminal and Civil Matters

2008

San Bernardino County Bar Association Criminal Law Section

Direct Examination of Expert Witnesses in DUI cases

2007

University of Californai Riverside Extension Law and Public Policy Program

Overview of Personal Injury Law

2007

San Bernardino County Bar Association Criminal Law Section

Cross Examination of Police Officers

Publications

2009

San Bernardino County Bar Association Bar Bulletins Presidents Message

Languages

English

Spanish

Arabic

French

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