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Michelle Trigger is a criminal defense and family law attorney located in Roseville, CA, serving primarily Sacramento and Placer Counties. Cases in surrounding counties are reviewed and accepted on a case-by-case basis.
Ms. Trigger provides clients with zealous, personalized, and affordable representation. Your representation begins with a free consultation by phone or personal appointment to review your case with Ms. Trigger and determine your options moving forward and what method of representation would benefit your case the most. If Ms. Trigger's representation is right for you, she will develop a case strategy unique to your circumstances. As you navigate the legal system, you will be in frequent contact with her and will be personally represented by her throughout the process--no handing your case off to a paralegal or junior attorney in this office.
Ms. Trigger is best known for her excellence in oral advocacy. You will always feel well-represented as she delivers compelling arguments on your behalf and uses creative techniques to get the best results possible. Most importantly, Ms. Trigger is never afraid to take a case to trial.
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Acquired: 2012
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024
901 H Street, Suite 650, Suite 650, Sacramento, CA, 95814
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Posted by Nikki | March 4, 2026 | Hired Attorney
I retained this attorney for representation in a family law matter. Based on my personal experience, I was not satisfied with the representation I received and ultimately lost confidence in the handling of my case. Because of that experience, I would not personally retain this attorney again. ...
This is a client from many years ago who, unfortunately, frequently submits negative reviews over and over, as it has become her goal to deter others from Ms. Trigger's representation. She has become harassing, even coming to Ms. Trigger's home. She was embroiled in a contentious family law matter where she vehemently objected to the father of her child being part of the child's life and became convinced that our office, the judge, and even local law enforcement had all been "bought off". Despite our office's constant efforts and pleas for her to focus on her child, she continues to focus on Ms. Trigger even years later. Ms. Trigger suffered an extensive personal loss. One that has made her a more understanding and empathetic attorney toward clients enduring their own personal tragedies. This will be clear when you speak with Ms. Trigger directly. Also look up her work with news networks, high-profile matters, and extensive volunteer work to receive a full picture which extends beyond Ms. Trigger's past personal losses. We wish "Nikki" the best and hope at some point she will finally move.
Posted by Edward | April 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Lawyer that has been disciplined by the State Bar previously. Still being incredibly negligent on cases. Never provided me with evidence from the opposing side so I could help build a case against it. She never provided me with a way to get evidence to her that I had. I'm currently suing her for the ...
Posted by kareem | May 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Beware of this Lawyer , I ran into her at the Center for fathers and family , Which is a program to help fathers with fatherhood , Michelle was there giving lower priced family lawyer services . I thought everything was great until my first cvourt date , I was late , just as my childs mother had been...
I teach at the Center for Fathers and Families. I do this pro bono. Most of the gentlemen who participate are wonderful. They are engaged, dedicated, and grateful. I do not offer "lower priced services" in my classes and most certainly do not teach to gain clients. I volunteer and if someone needs assistance beyond my class, on a case-by-case basis I'm willing to assist. I do generally in such circumstances provide a steep discount because I am committed to helping my class participants. I believed this client had made progress. I truly did. Despite multiple restraining orders and criminal cases, I believed he was reformed and agreed to assist him at his hearing. He failed to appear. He says he was "late." He was not late--he just didn't show. I had taken off my whole day to assist him. He became enraged that I would not do his appeal for free. Even after explaining that an appeal is not the appropriate vehicle, he remained angry. He engaged in multiple threats. He even sent his boyfriend to threaten me at my office. I wish him the best.
Posted by Roo | January 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I simply love Michelle Trigger she will get the job done professionally in or out of court, she knows what she's doing and I would strongly recommend her to anyone who needs the job done she helped me with my custody case and I won that case and now I have my daughter in my care safe and sound and I...
Posted by Amber | November 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Michelle is great at what she does. I highly recommend hiring her as your Attorney. A friend recommended me contacting Michelle for a second opinion about my case. When the Public Defender given to me almost had me convinced pleading guilty would be a good decision since it was an older case. Well I ...
"Ms. Trigger is very professional and a pleasure to work with. She is knowledgeable and presses for her clients' best interests. Highly recommended!"
"As a practicing attorney myself, I commend Mrs. Trigger's unwavering dedication to her clients and her zealous representation that everyone should receive. Mrs. Trigger is one of those attorneys that I suspect the other side never would want to go against: her eloquence and attention to detail are unparalleled and she is an awesome advocate for her clients. I would have zero hesitation to referring clients to Michelle."
"I have found Michelle to be a knowledgeable and zealous advocate for her clients. She knows the ins and outs of family law. She would be an excellent choice for prospective clients looking for an attorney."
"I have had the opportunity to both supervise Michelle's work as well as work along side Michelle. She is a bright enthusiastic attorney who works tirelessly to make sure her client's get the best results possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle is tenacious, dedicated, and obtains great results for her clients."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.
Discipline, Probation; no Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2024
updated on 05/21/2024This sanction means the attorney had a suspension placed on hold (and ultimately removed) by complying with certain requirements.
2013 - Present
Owner, Trigger Law Office
2012 - 2013
Attorney, Law Offices of John J. Casey
2011 - 2012
Certified Legal Intern, Sacramento County Conflict Criminal Defenders
2010 - 2011
Certified Legal Intern, Sacramento County District Attorney's Office
2012
Juris Doctor
2009
Bachelor of Arts
2013
Overview of Family Law
English
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