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Michael Wayne Donaldson
also known as Mike Donaldson
About Michael
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Attorney with Bartell, Hensel & Gressley. Authors of the leading DUI defense practice guide, and nation-wide lecturers on DUI defense.
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Licensed in California for 12 years
State: California
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Bartell, Hensel & Gressley
43537 Ridge Park Drive, Temecula, CA, 92590
Bartell, Hensel & Gressley
5053 La Mart Dr., Suite 201, Riverside, CA, 92507
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Michael Wayne Donaldson's Reviews
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Showing 11 - 13 of 13 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | May 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Client
I highly recommend Michael! He was very efficient and very personable. He made the expungement process quick and easy for me. Michael is dedicated to his clients and is willing to help you out in any way! He puts time, effort, and efficiency into his work. Thanks to Michael, I can move on with my lif...
Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
awesome
Hey thanks again for helping me out with my case. As a review, I reached out to you to push a termination of my probation on both my cases, did that successfully and got them expunged at the same time, definitely worth the investment. Service was awesome, seemed like you were very knowledgeable about...
Posted by Tiffany | February 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Micheal's legal support put me at ease
Michael assisted me with my expungement. I had no idea where to begin, and he made the process so straightforward, easy and stress free. He was very professional and reassuring. Micheal helped to set my expectations and clarify my concerns. I highly recommend working with Michael Donaldson.
Michael Wayne Donaldson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I had the pleasure of meeting Mike at the Trial Lawyers College. He is an incredibly compassionate man who truly cares about his clients. I hope I never need his services, but if I do, I would be grateful to have his experience on my case."
"Mr. Donaldson is not only an extremely personable individual with whom it is easy to get along, he is also quite a talented attorney. I have personally found him to be informed and knowledgeable and would not hesitate to contact him for assistance. An individual in need of his services could not do better elsewhere. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Donaldson puts the well-being of his clients above all else, and brings his extensive experience in the public defender's office to bear on every case. He's seen it all. When I need to refer someone to an attorney in the Temecula area, he's the guy I call. Highly recommended."
"Mr. Donaldson is a zealous attorney who is very knowledgeable, professional, and caring. I highly recommend Mr. Donaldson."
"I know Mr. Donaldson as an aggressive, hard working and excellent advocate for his clients. He is trustworthy and will vigorously defend your rights and your freedom. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2011
CALI Excellence for the Future Award - Criminal Procedure, Santa Clara University School of Law
2011
CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Post-Conviction Practice, Santa Clara University School of Law
2011
First Place - Law School Talent Show, Santa Clara University School of Law
2010
Pro Bono Award, Santa Clara University School of Law
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Professor of Political Science, Mount San Jacinto College
2015 - Present
Professor of Legal Research and Writing, Mt. San Jacinto College Foundation
2015 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of Michael W. Donaldson
2013 - 2015
Associate, Green & Hall
2012 - 2013
Clerk, Merced County Public Defender
2010 - 2012
Clerk, Santa Clara University School Of Law
2010 - 2012
Clerk, Santa Clara County Public Defender's Office
2010 - 2011
Clerk, Northern California Innocence Project
2009 - 2010
Clerk, Santa Clara County Public Defender's Office
2006 - 2008
Intern, California Rural Legal Assistance
Associations
2017 - Present
Riverside County Bar Association, Solo PracticeCo-chair
2016 - Present
Inland Empire Latino Lawyers AssociationVolunteer Attorney
2016 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationAttorney Member
2016 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2015 - Present
Riverside County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2015 - Present
Southwest Riverside County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2015 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeAttorney Member
2015 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2015 - Present
Riverside County Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionAttorney
2014 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney Member
2018 - 2019
Southwest Riverside County Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2016 - 2017
Southwest Riverside County Bar AssociationVice President
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. NK
Both charges reduced to misdemeanors.
State v. JA
After briefing, the conviction was expunged.
State v. JD
Case dismissed.
State v. CW
Case resolved with no jail time, no public work service, and no community service.
State v. TB
All convictions were expunged after pleading and argument.
State v. DB
Probation Terminated/Convictions Expunged
State v. MM
Both convictions successfully expunged.
State v. CC
Successfully expunged after briefing and argument.
State v. CT
Case dismissed after briefing and argument.
State v. JJ
Charge dismissed after successful PC 995 motion to dismiss!
State v. JF
Resolved to wet & reckless w/o license suspension
Education
2017
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
2012
Santa Clara University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
University of California - Santa Cruz
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Southwest Riverside County Bar Association
Legislative Updates in California's Marijuana Laws
2016
Menifee Mayoral Debate
Criminal Justice
2016
Expungement Clinic
Expungements, Motions to Terminate Probation
2016
Expungement Clinic
Expungements, Prop 47, Felony Reductions
2016
Expungement Clinic
Expungements
2016
Expungement Clinic
Expungements
2016
Another Shot
Prop 47
2015
Expungement Clinic
Expungements
Publications
2017
Riverside Lawyer Magazine
Ready to Inhale: California Voters Approve Proposition 64
2016
The Press Enterprise
Prop 47 Giving Ex-Addict 'Another Shot at Life'
2016
Mt. San Jacinto College
Menifee Mayoral Debate
2016
My Valley News
Menifee Mayoral Debate
2016
2016
2016
Riverside County Lawyer Magazine
The RCBA Elves Program
2015
Riverside County Lawyer Magazine
Bar Membership
Languages
English
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