Michael Wayne Donaldson

Michael Wayne Donaldson

also known as Mike Donaldson

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 12 years

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

43537 Ridge Park Drive, Temecula, CA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 70%

Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs, Marijuana DUI, Alcohol DUI

12 years

70%
Criminal Defense 20%

Assault, Battery, Theft Crimes, Burglarly, DUI, Drug Possession, Drug Sales, Drug Transportation, Restraining Orders, Domestic Violence, Hit & Run, Expungements, Violations of Probation, Termination of Probation, Certificates of Rehabilitation, and more . . .

12 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2014

Active

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

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

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Posted by Grecia | May 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Expungement

Mike Donaldson helped me expunge a shoplifting conviction. He took care of everything; I just had one meeting with him and he filed the expungement immediately. I got the Misdemeanor dismissed within a month. Donaldson updated me throughout the entire process. He was fast, kind, and professional. I w...ould highly recommend him. Also, it is worth mentioning that it has been a year and I emailed Donaldson regarding lost documents and additional information about my case. He emailed back within hours, with the documents attached and all my questions answered. Mike Donaldson goes above and beyond for his clients. I am truly thankful that I found him.

Posted by John | February 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mike Donaldson-Criminal Defense

We offer the highest possible recommendation for Mike Donaldson to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney. We engaged his services on behalf of our son, a very young adult. Our first impression of Mike -- patient, professional, compassionate and real -- proved consistent throughout the cours...e of our legal journey. He genuinely cared about our situation, and was easily accessible. Ours was not an exciting case, yet he was fully invested. He helped us understand the process, the time frames involved, and to see the big picture, which made our problems seem possible to overcome. I felt reassured that the outcome of our son’s case was as important to Mike as it was to us, and he kept us from falling apart. Mike is a great person, who really cares about his clients.

Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Misdemeanor expunged

Mike was very prompt and attentive in expunging my misdemeanor. I appreciated that he always made himself available to answer any questions or concerns I had. I highly recommend Mike. He is professional, knowledgeable, and results oriented.

Posted by Randy | September 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

HIGHLY recommend

Mr. Michael Donaldson went above and beyond for my cases. The first time we spoke I was immediately sold on Mr. Donaldson's ability to do everything in his power to help me out, therefore I was comfortable enough to put my complete and total trust in him. We went over the cases and discussed what exa...ctly I was hoping to get taken care of and what all the possibilities were, both negative and positive. For instance, my concern was not to get one of my charges lessened nor dropped, but Mr. Donaldson did his best, thus both lessening and dropping two chargers. In short, Mr. Donaldson did a superb job in getting my cases lowered and fines running con current with eachother. Most importantly, kept me from having to spend any jail time considering the multiple probation violations I had against me. I highly recommend Mr. Donaldson and will never settle for anybody else besides him.

Posted by Bradley | September 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Expungement

I really recommend Michael Donaldson for any expungement you may need. He cleared a DUI charge I had obtained a few years back that was recently holding me from gaining employment in just over a month. He's reasonably priced and is punctual. Michael Donaldson always kept me informed on what was happe...ning with my case and what was the next step.

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Michael Wayne Donaldson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ibrahim Awad

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Alan Adriance

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Douglas Sherrod

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Neda Aguirre

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Donaldson is a zealous attorney who is very knowledgeable, professional, and caring. I highly recommend Mr. Donaldson."

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Eric Dumars

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"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

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

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 Practice

Co-chair

2016 - Present

Inland Empire Latino Lawyers Association

Volunteer Attorney

2016 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Attorney Member

2016 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2015 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2015 - Present

Southwest Riverside County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2015 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Attorney Member

2015 - Present

American Bar Association

Attorney Member

2015 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Attorney

2014 - Present

State Bar of California

Attorney Member

2018 - 2019

Southwest Riverside County Bar Association

President-Elect

2016 - 2017

Southwest Riverside County Bar Association

Vice 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

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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

2016

Expungement Clinic Expungements

2016

Another Shot Prop 47

2015

Expungement Clinic Expungements

Publications

2016

Mt. San Jacinto College Menifee Mayoral Debate

2016

My Valley News Menifee Mayoral Debate

2016

Riverside County Lawyer Magazine The RCBA Elves Program

2015

Riverside County Lawyer Magazine Bar Membership

Languages

English

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