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
Client's Choice
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+ 13
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

scafiddilaw.com

Michael Anthony Scafiddi's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

246 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Violent Crime

Posted by Luis | March 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime

Client to Michael A. Scafiddi

Michael and his team have helped me get through a very dark time in my life. When I was 19 I was convicted of a felony for a violent crime. I was young, around the wrong crowd, and very vulnerable to bad influences. I was seeing up to 5 years in prison. Michael saw hope in me and helped me get probat...ion. I finished probation and was able to reduce the felony into a misdemeanor and have the case dismissed with help of Michael and his team. They have helped me open more doors to more opportunities and I am very thankful for that. I would highly recommend Michael and his team to anyone in need of their services.

Posted by Jesus | October 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime

Helped me un getting 15 years of my life back.

I was arrested and booked on an attempted murder and an assault with a deadly weapon. I was looking at 15 years to life but the Law offices of Michael A Scaffidi fought for me proved that wasn't the case and fought it down to an assault and I was out in 9 months. Not once did I feel alone or abandone...d while fighting this case and I felt assured having him and his team on my side. Thank you Michael for getting my life back.

Posted by Vanessa S. | October 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime

BEST ATTORNEY IN IE

Let me start by saying , Mr.Scafiddi is absolutely 110% the real deal when your in need of a great, honest attorney who is going to fight for you! My 17 year old son was being charged with attempted murder, and we hired Mr. Scafiddi... best decision ever, my son got arrested in August 2018, and h...ere i am today October 2018 with my son out of custody and by my side, results= case dismissed. my son was facing a lot of time, and Mr.Scafiddi was honest from the begining, giving me the worst possible scenario, but he fought hard for my son , and now my son is home, he walks you throught the process step by step, and takes time to explain everything to you,i couldnt of picked anyone better im so glad we had Mr. Scafiddi by our side through this difficult time! we also had a great expierience with Malalai , she is an attorney who works with him, she was very kind, and let me tell you she knows her stuff, they are great attorneys. thank you again Mr.Scafiddi

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime

Outstanding Lawyer

A family member case was dismissed 03/2017 in one of the toughest Court house in Los Angeles County, as she was charged with Assault with a Deadly Weapon a Felony Offense. We knew that we had to hire the best attorney.A family friend recommend The Law Offices Of Micheal A. Scafiddi, and from the very... first conversation, Micheal Scafiddi and Kareem About-Ramadan were very confident they could help our case. Both Micheal & Kareem really worked on the case, always prepared to win. Always kept us informed and made sure we understood all the details.They knew exactly what needed to get done.Outstanding Team Work!! Always professional, honest and very persistence in uncovering the truth.Our family is very Thankful for Micheal & Kareem as they worked hard to get only the best possible results. I highly recommend!!!

Posted by John F. Fults | March 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime

The absolute best!

I hired mike in December 2014. My wife an I were in a motorcycle accident and she did not survive. I was charged with Watson murder, Gross DUI Manslaughter and DUI Manslaughter. I plead not guilty to all charges. My case ended up going to a Preliminary Hearing. During the hearing I had the oppor...tunity to see mike shine!!! I felt a little bad for all the witnesses, law enforcement, DA's investigator and the DA assigned to my case. They could not answer the questions, even simple question. I understand that the phlebotomist that drew my blood could be nervous and scared but, to not be able to remember what school she ateneded, even after Mr. Scafiddi tried to calm her down, is pretty bad. The police officers were questioned and the official blood evidence was thrown out by the Judge. One of the officers wrote that I answered yes to a question in his official police report but, the recording of his voice and mine clearly proved that I had in fact answered no! He couldn't recall what I was wearing, what my wife was wearing or even what brand of motorcycle we were on... Harley... DUH! He could hardly answer a single question without referring to his written report. The 2nd officer spoke with me about drawing blood a couple of times. I always asked the officer what would happen if I refused. He would change the subject. He wrote in his report that I acknowledged consent to the blood test by nodding my head and moving my eyes? In a neck brace? After I had been having a conversation with the officer? The DA's investigator... from what I know all he had to do was check the hospital blood alcohol test. The investigator knew the name of the Doctor and the type of machine used at the hospital. He didn't know if the Doctor was in fact an MD. He did not know what type of degree the Doctor had if any. He didn't know anything about the machine used to test the blood. Every question Mike asked the DA's investigator, the investigator could not answer. The DA appeared to be very arrogant. When the Preliminary hearing started the Judge scolded the DA, working on my case, for not cooperating with my attorney. The case could have been resolved over a year sooner if, the​ DA would have been willing to accept a plea bargain on any or the charges but murder. The DA was replaced immediately after the preliminary hearing. Mike arranged for the best expert witnesses. They definitely were EXPERTS in their fields and on the subject matter. I would recommend , and have recommended, anyone to Attorney Michael Scaffidi. He really takes time to get to know you, he and his staff treat you like family and he spends hour upon hour studying the case and preparing to present it. Mike is the best. No one could do better.

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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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