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Showing 136 - 140 of 153 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2011

D.U.I. BAC (.16)

Six months ago I was arrested and charged with a D.U.I. That following week I received a million letters from different d.u.I. attorneys and besides that I had ten days to file for a dmv hearing. In my case, receiving a dui would end my 18 year career as a commercial driver for a public agency. I wa...s referred to Michael Scafiddi thru Shouse and Associates. Michael and his staff have been their for me since the first day we met. In the six months that that my case took Michael and his staff were always there to answer any? that I had and always would call me wright away with any new updates. Michael Scafiddi beat my dmv case all together and got me a wet and reckless from the DA. Mind you I did have a .16 bac. Thank you Michael and staff for everything.....

Posted by Bill | September 18, 2011

Bill The very right Attorney

This DUI charge could have ended my career in publc safety, I have never felt as embarrassed, nervous or backed in to a corner in all my life. But Michael and his staff reassured me, and my family, and calmed me down. really helped me through the process, and answered all my questions even after hour...s, after it was all said and done. Michael got my DUI reduced to a wet reckless and saved my career, I cant say THANKS enough to this man and his staff. I so Highly recommend Michael A. Scafiddi to anyone in need

Posted by Daniel | July 17, 2011

Words can't express...

In July 2010, I was put into jail after being accused of something I did not do. In searching for an attorney, as I needed someone who was seasoned at what needed to be done, I came across Michael's firm and made an appointment. From the very first meeting, I was taken into the firm's family, and tre...ated with unconditional respect and trust. Not once did I ever feel judged or scrutinized by anyone on Michael's team, and even when I would start calling them in a panic, Michael responded with kindness and faith in me. During my incarceration, he made sure that either he or someone on his team visited me regularly, even if it was just to keep me company so I would not feel alone. The case was a difficult one, and it took dedication and diligence to defend me, and in the end our case was won. After the case was over, Michael came to me and said to me, "The case may be over, but I will ALWAYS be your attorney. You are part of the family now, and I will always be by your side." He provided me with his contact info, and not once has he ever told me "No" or "I can't help you". Michael has been true to his word at every turn, even meeting with me at a moment's notice when I really needed the emotional support. Recently, we have had to go back to court to deal with some unexpected issues concerning my probation. Michael has been there for me the whole time, at no time asking me for any money for services having to do with any additional work he has had to do on my behalf. I don't believe I have ever heard his phone ring more than once before he is answering and asking me what he can do for me. I also want to recognize Jeff and Scott, who have been just as faithful to me as Michael has the whole time. I know I can go to any of them with whatever I have on my mind and they will not sugarcoat things if they know I need to hear it straight. Their honesty and genuineness have been a large part of why I was able to survive my ordeal. Michael renewed my faith in people and in the legal system. He is truly a gift to the legal profession, and I know God led me to him. Thank you, Michael, for giving me back my life.

Posted by anonymous | July 09, 2011

Highly recommended and greatly appreciated

In May of 2011, my husband and I received a call from our son who was living and working in California. He was in trouble with the police. He had been arrested and charged with a felony. That was a nightmare in itself, and adding to that was the fact that we live 3,000 miles away. We were beside... ourselves. Nothing such as this had ever happened in our family, and we were uncertain as to how to go about finding help for our son when he was so far away from home. Bailing him out of jail was impossible due to the incredible amount of money we would need. With the help of a personal friend on the east coast, it took a week for us to receive the names of three attorneys. We contacted all of them and decided to retain Michael Scafiddi. Scott was the first person in the office to whom we spoke. He explained the policy of the firm and that of the charges. He assured us that our son would not be alone, adding that Michael Scafiddi’s practice was based on helping people and not on dollars and cents. The following day, Mr. Scafiddi was at the jail. He was honest with our son and let him know exactly what he was facing, and how they would proceed. He stated that his firm would do everything in their power to have the felony charge reduced. Before he left, he gave our son a hug. He then called to let us know that he had met with our son. Because we live such a great distance away, it was impossible for us to travel back and forth to California. Mr. Scafiddi advised that one of us should make the trip during the week of the hearing. This proved to be good advice. Our son was represented in court by Sarah. She was in constant contact with us throughout this horrible ordeal. She understood not only what our son was going through, but also how difficult the situation was for us, his family. She felt strongly that we should “look at the glass half full”. In the end, Sarah was able to have the charge reduced to a misdemeanor. This journey is not over for our son. We came to realize that he was in dire need of help. Mr. Scafiddi was absolutely wonderful in finding a rehabilitation center for him. Since our son has been admitted to the rehab center, Mr. Scafiddi has been to visit him, has called us to report on his progress, and has continued to help us with the residual effects of our son’s mistakes. There are many good people in this world, but we have never encountered anyone like Michael Scafiddi. At one of the worst times in our lives, we have been truly blessed to find Mike and his amazing staff. We will forever be grateful to Mike, Sarah, and Scott for their hard work, diligence, honesty and kindness.

Posted by Chad | June 30, 2011

This guy is the real deal!

This guy is the real deal! He treated my case like it was his own, when i was stressing about the case he was always reassuring. He always spoke on my behalf and i never had to lift a finger for my case. In my case i had a .11 bac and blow test mike WON my dmv!!! (the guy at the dmv hearing said "you...r lucky you have a good lawyer"). In the end my case dragged on for more than a year and i ended up getting off with a wet and wreckless!!! this guy save my career! thanks again mike you the man!!

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