Michael John Khouri

Michael John Khouri

4.6
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 44 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Administrative Law, Health Care ... +3 more

101 Pacifica, Suite 380, Irvine, CA

About Michael

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 15 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2010

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 44 years

State: California

Acquired: 1981

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Khouri Law Firm, APC

101 Pacifica, Suite 380, Irvine, CA, 92618

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Michael John Khouri's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Punctuality

Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Not leaving anything to chance.

One of Michael Khouri's most impressive attributes is his responsiveness and returned phone calls. I was arrested on a Saturday evening and called him at 10.30 pm and he answered the phone and came to see me on Sunday. The difficulty was that I had a 1275 imposed and Monday was a Holiday with arraign...ment at a different court than where I was being held. The bail bondsman shared that with the three days allowed by the 1275 that it would be impossible to get out that week and in his 15 years of being in the business he has never seen it happen. Needless to say that was very depressing to hear. Mike showed up to my arraignment on Friday morning and conducted many sidebar conversations with the DA, with the presiding judge the bail bondsman and came back to me and said you will be out of here tonight and that's what took place. Is he responsive - yes or someone from his office will get back to you. He certainly kept me informed and and continues to take the time to explain the different proceedings. There is a journey ahead but I believe I am in the right hands.

Posted by John | February 13, 2015 | White Collar Crime

Mike may be the best Medicare Attorney in the Country!

I was being investigated by Medicare for Medicare Fraud and had a tough time finding anyone who knew anything about Medicare Law. I finally found Mike and he showed up at my office, knew exactly what to do and who to talk to. Mike contacted Medicare and I was able to get out of it without any penal...ties whatsoever. I'm not sure anyone else would have been able to do what Mike did. Thanks Mike!

Posted by Cheryl | February 11, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Awesome Lawyer

I hired Michael Khouri over 3 years ago to represent me in a Medicaid Fraud case. I found him on the internet and called him up. I was very cautious because I am from Massachusetts and he is from California but he convinced me that he could do the job and would be there for me. He also worked with me... on his fee. When we met I liked him instantly and he was so knowledgeable about Healthcare Laws and Regulations. Even though he lives in California, he came every single time I needed him to which was quite a lot, he never sent an associate he always came himself. His professionalism and knowledge were outstanding and the way he interacted with the Attorney General's office was amazing. He was also very straight forward with me and I appreciated that. I was a nervous wreck until I hired Mike Khouri to represent me. I am so grateful to Mike for everything he has done for me I just can't say enough about him. I highly recommend Mike Khouri.

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Michael John Khouri's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Abrams

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've seen firsthand in many cases the expertise, passion, and persistence that Mike brings in the successful defense of his clients."

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Edward Kerns

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have know Mike for over 20 years. He is an elite criminal attorney with uncountable criminal jury trials. Do not think twice about hiring another criminal attorney."

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Roger Calton

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Mike Khouri on a number of cases over the past 15 years. He is certainly one of the best in this field, and is both knowledgeable and responsive."

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Craig Wilke

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Mike on several cases over the years. He is a terrific lawyer who is very knowledgeable about health care fraud and related administrative matters that result when health care professionals are ensnared in the criminal justice system."

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Thomas Villeneuve

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I referred a friend of a friend to Mike regarding an unfounded assault complaint and he made sure that no charges were filed. Best possible result for his client."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2024

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

2015 Judicial Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Southern California Best Lawyers, Los Angeles Times

2014

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Southern California Best Lawyers, Los Angeles Times

2013

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Southern California Best Lawyers, Los Angeles Times

2011

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

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1993

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1992

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Work Experience

2009 - Present

Owner, Khouri Law Firm

2001 - 2009

Partner, Buckner, Khouri, Chavos & Mirkovich

Associations

2014 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

United States v Pak

Charges Dismissed

Simpco v Amazon

Citation for contempt dismissed

Medical Board v Nigro

License Saved

Nursing Board v Thrift

License Saved

People v Lucatero

Charges Dismissed

Medicare Audit of Ravichandra

Amount owed reduced to $19,000

United States v Mitchell

Charges Dismissed

United States v. Chapman

Charges Dismissed

SEC Investigation of Neal

No charges- civil or criminal- filed

Dental Board v Farzad

License Saved

United States v Kasamatsu

Charges Dismissed

People v. Bravo 43 Cal.3d 600

Win in California Supreme Court

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Education

1981

Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Loyola Marymount University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Chiropratic CE

Issues In Healthcare Billing

1999

Tri State Podiatry Conference

Defending Medicare Fraud Cases

1999

Ohio Podiatric Conference

Defending Medicare Fraud Cases

1999

Michigan Podiatric Conference

Defending Medicare Fraud Cases

Languages

English

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