Michael Kenneth Moore

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Michael Kenneth Moore

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Manteca, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Bankruptcy & Debt ... +2 more

210 E Center ST, Manteca, CA

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About Michael

Biography

Experience You Need - Results You Want. Hands On, Personalized Representation At Affordable Rates. Call (209) 395-0201

Stop wage garnishments, remove liens, end lawsuits and save your house. Call today for instant relief. Call (209) 395-0201

Almost 20 years Of Experience. Results You Won't Get With Just Any Lawyer Or Public Defender. Call (209) 395-0201

If you've been arrested for DUI, don't go into court without an experienced lawyer. We get results with the DMV and the court. Call (209) 395-0201

Don't wait to plan for the future. Protect your hard-earned property and your loved ones. Call (209) 395-0201

Almost 20 years Of Experience. Results You Won't Get With Just Any Lawyer Or Public Defender. Call (209) 395-0201

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

All types of criminal cases, including murder, burglary, robbery, assault, gang, sex crimes, DUI, theft, domestic violence.

19 years | 5,000 cases

40%
DUI and DWI 25%

Affordable and aggressive DUI defense. Protect your license, your livelihood, and your future. Time is of the essence in these cases - call today for free consultation.

19 years | 500 cases

25%
Bankruptcy and Debt 15%

Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. We can stop wage garnishment, bank levies, and lawsuits immediately. We can help remove liens, second mortgages, and tax liens from your home. Years of experience and many successful cases.

19 years | 750 cases

15%
Domestic Violence 10%

Meet with our legal team today to get the ball rolling on a restraining order. Alternatively, if you have been issued a restraining order without proper cause, we can help fight it, and restore contact with your loved ones.

19 years

10%
Estate Planning 10%

Wills, trusts, power of attorney.

19 years | 500 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022

Licenses

Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Michael K. Moore

210 E Center ST, Manteca, CA, 95336

mkmoorelaw.com

Online Presence

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Michael Kenneth Moore's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Compassionate, understanding, straightforward

Mr Moore was a great choice for my case. He did not over promise and was good at helping me navigate the legal system as well as a very tough time in life. I would definitely choose Mr Moore again.

Posted by Dale | September 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Thankful Client

Attorney Moore and his staff were professional, patient, and very knowledgeable. Attorney Moore was able to meet our estate and trust needs promptly with helpful recommendations. We will always look to Attorney Moore for our legal needs.

Michael Moore

Replied last October 01, 2022

I am quite glad to have been of service. It was a pleasure getting to know you and your family and I'm happy to hear you had a good experience.

Posted by Levi | September 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Impeccable Representation

From the first call, Michael was attentive and engaged. He heard my concerns, was able to understand the situation, and immediately developed a couple of strategies. He presented my options, sought my feedback, and allowed me the choice of how to proceed. He was honest, candid, and kind. He was rea...listic about possible outcomes, but also reassuring about the probability. He is neat in appearance, humble in his demeanor, and from what I saw of his interactions with other attorneys and judges, he is well respected. He’s a class-act. Hiring Michael will help you put the best foot forward in whatever instance brought you to this point. He went above and beyond for me, and never charged another penny over his initially stated fee. He remained communicative and open throughout the process, and his client portal keeps everything neatly organized under one login credential. I can honestly say he’s the best person I wish you didn’t need to hire. My one wish is that he practiced multiple other unrelated areas of law so I could hire him for every curveball that life might throw.

Michael Moore

Replied last October 01, 2022

Levi, I truly appreciate the kind words and the time you took to leave this very thoughtful review. I hope you never need my services again but it has been a pleasure representing you.

Posted by Cesar | April 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best in Modesto/Stockton Area

Mr.Moore has been my lawyer for over 2 years now. It was a blessing working with him.Hes responses are fast,hes smart and theirs not a case he cant help you in. He helped me thru law suits and personal/business BK. I highly recommend Mr.Moore to anyone in need of legal help.

Posted by Angelina | November 03, 2022 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Not Recommended

I contacted Mr. Moore’s office in mid-July to discuss bankruptcy options. I never got to speak with him personally. All of my contact was with his assistant, Tiffany. I was instructed to complete their 25-page Questionnaire providing every bit of personal information regarding our bank statements, pa...y stubs, tax returns, SSN and ID’s, retirement statements, statements for every single debt, etc. This is a time-consuming project that took hours upon hours to gather, download, and email all the requested documentation. At the beginning of August, they finally ran our credit reports. Tiffany advised she would give all the information to Mr. Moore for review. All the while, our payments were falling behind and we were stressing out about everything. After three weeks of waiting, and stressing, we decided to find another attorney. Since several weeks had passed, we had to provide all the same, but updated, information to the new attorney. Unfortunately, I was back to square one spending hours gathering updated information for our new attorney. For the record, it is now three months since we provided all our sensitive information to this attorney, and we still have not heard anything from either Tiffany or Michael Moore. What a disappointing and stressful experience. I sure hope they at least shredded all our paperwork! I would not recommend Michael Moore for legal representation.

Michael Moore

Replied last January 09, 2023

Angelina: I know we already communicated about this, and it came down to a member of my staff not forwarding your information to me to review. That was totally unacceptable and I take full responsibility for it. I am sorry for the stress it caused you and your family. As you can see from my other clients, I work hard for all my clients but unfortunately a mistake was made and you were left in a bad position. I wish you all the best and hope everything worked out for you at the end of the day.

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Michael Kenneth Moore's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tai Bogan

Criminal defense lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael Moore is a great advocate who is not afraid to be aggressive when needed. He is a great trial lawyer and negotiator when necessary. I recommend him."

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Sanjay Schmidt

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you are, or a loved one is, facing criminal charges, do yourself a favor and consult with Michael Moore. He is a conscientious, experienced advocate, and is as hardworking as he is knowledgeable about criminal law and procedure. He has excellent trial and negotiation skills. Choosing a criminal defense lawyer is an important choice, and you want to choose an advocate that will work tirelessly for their clients. I worked closely with Mr. Moore at the same office, when we were brand new attorneys, and I’ve seen him cultivate his skills over the years and build his practice. I fully recommend him."

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Denise Pereira

Unknown lawyer | Jul 04

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Julian Carash

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 01

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ashley Belden

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 06

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alonzo Gradford

Unknown lawyer | Jun 30

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"Michael Moore is truly one of the sharpest minds I have come to know in our line of work. He sincerely cares about his clients and is a warrior for the people."

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Jonathan Garzoli

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a dedicated hard working criminal defense attorney. I have had the opportunity to observe Michael in court on many occasions and every time I am impressed by his demeanor, his preparation and his ability to zealously advocate for his clients. Michael is also well versed in the areas of Bankruptcy Law and Wills and Trusts. I would recommend Michael to anyone seeking representation."

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Jennifer Siverts

Unknown lawyer | May 30

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"Michael is extremely sharp and professional and I have no hesitation when referring clients to him."

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Leah Gillis

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Marek

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gilbert Somera

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gurjit Srai

Criminal defense lawyer

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Leah Gillis

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Stovall

Criminal defense lawyer

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Timote Tuitavuki

Criminal defense lawyer

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Peter Marek

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Julian Carash

Criminal defense lawyer

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Markus Dombois

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gilbert Somera

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sanjay Schmidt

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tai Bogan

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Top 10 Criminal Law Attorney, Best of the Best Attorneys

2019

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2018

Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2017

10 Best Attorneys - Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2006

Summa Cum Laude, Thomas Jefferson School of Law

2006

Excellence for the Future, CALI

2005

Excellence for the Future, CALI

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Michael K. Moore

2007 - 2010

Deputy Public Defender, San Joaquin County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2019 - Present

San Joaquin County Bar Association

Board of Governors Member

2017 - Present

Pacific Juvenile Defender Center

Member

2017 - Present

San Joaquin County Lawyer Referral Service Committee

Member

2016 - Present

National Association of Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2016 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2014 - Present

San Joaquin County Criminal Law Executive Committee

Member

2010 - Present

San Joaquin County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Gang Allegations Defeated

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Education

2006

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of Alabama - Birmingham

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2015

Across the Bar Alternative Sentencing Changes

Languages

English

Activity

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