Michael Albert Dedecker

We found Michael through some previous work I did in child welfare. When our son was placed with us through foster care, we first consulted with Michael as we were applying to be de facto parents. He reviewed our request to the Court before we filed it, which was incredibly helpful. Once we were gran...ted de facto status, we hired Michael to represent us in Court. His fee was incredibly reasonable considering the service he provided. He attended every hearing, ensuring our voices were heard, and made sure to request the placement order to be specifically with us so the child welfare agency could not move our son without a subsequent Court order (which was additional assurance for us). He was also very responsive to communication from us, which we usually just needed to process with Michael and hear his opinion based on his experience. He talked us through quite a few emotional moments. Michael also has great relationships with everyone in the Sacramento County Juvenile Dependency Court and child welfare, which was a huge asset for him to be able to pick up the phone and speak to other council or child welfare staff on a first name basis. Michael was professional, competent, and supportive. He was a pleasure to work with and absolutely worth the money! We’re so grateful for his service!

Mr. DeDecker gave me a peace of mind while I was faced with a tough life experience. My daughter hing in the balance of her mother and maternal family spite. I love my daughter and I could not even imagine not being involved in her daily life as I have been from the beginning before she took her firs...t breath at birth. I had a breakdown an began to seek legal advice with the help of my sister and my mother. Mr. DeDecker who had years back assisted my sister, name came up and we reached out. He was very knowledgeable, made sure I understood what was before me an what my options were, he quoted me his retainer with no hidden fees, even with his busy schedule he had time for my questions/ concerns of my case. And I'm proud to say I will not be looked at as a second citizen due to me being a father. I have won my case with Mr. DeDecker assistance and my daughter will not lose out on time with me nor I her as her mother intended. Justice was well served! And my family and I are in great gratitude for the services rendered, it never once came across as DeDecker being false or wanting to put me in debt. He actually showed he cared about my case and wanted what was in the best interest of my daughter an me as her father. Thank you again

Michael D. is a superior, honest, understanding, confident and amazing attorney. I would refer him a million times to anyone I know or come across who wants their case to thrive and be carefully looked at with good options presented in a timely manner. He never seems to disappoint. Whether you are ca...lling to consult or hire him he gives you understanding confidently. Thank you for your services. God bless

Micheal helped my family and I at one of hardest times and moment in life . One of the most painful times in life micheal was there to help explain everything that was going on . No one thru court process ever explains anything your left feeling hopeless , helpless , a failure , judged . Micheal is v...ery experienced at what he does , he will explain the laws , what’s going on , what’s going to happen , tells you what you need to do , a great listener , friendly , updates you . And never harassed me for more money ever . Micheal being a new father understands and has compassion . He knows the heart a parent has for their child . Thank you Micheal for all your help for the last 13 months . May the lord above bless you and your family in many ways . He is doing good work through you . Thank you for everything your a great lawyer !! Victory victory !!! God is good :)

Michael is one of the best lawyers I have worked with, he truly cares about his clients and their needs. He lays everything out on the table for you good or bad, and helps you come to a conclusion. I truly enjoyed working with him, he is calm, level headed, and collected in high stress situations and... really knows how to calm his clients down and figure out what would be best for them. He knows the ins and outs of the laws and knows how to take any situation and turn it around and see the good in it which I believe to be an excellent quality. I highly highly recommend Michael to anyone he will get the job done and no matter which way the case goes he will make sure that the outcome is fair and just to his clients, his strategic planning and approach to situations is also very great! Michael is wonderful lawyer, two thumbs up!