Michael Martin Rooney

Michael Martin Rooney

3.4
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Chico, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

1361 The Esplanade, Chico, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 28 years

State: California

Acquired: 1997

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Rooney Law Firm

1361 The Esplanade, Chico, CA, 95926

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Michael Martin Rooney's Reviews

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3.4 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 17 reviews

Posted by anonymous | November 26, 2014 | Family

Don't waste your money and time...

When it comes to family law they don't have it right. They lost important paperwork failed to come up with a good case and just cost me lots of money and heartache. I would not recommend them to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Perjury case

From the moment we contacted the Rooney Law Firm, his office was very professional every step of the way. My son was facing a felony perjury charge, one he felt he was innocent, and Michael Rooney and staff went to work right away and were prepared to help with court appearances and details. The cha...rges were reduced and there was no jail time. They worked hard to bring about an acceptable resolution with the DA's office and the judge. We are very thankful for all of the staff that worked this case and made it possible to get our life back. We would absolutely recommend this law firm!!

Posted by anonymous | November 03, 2014 | Contracts & Agreements

Slick, knows business, not sure about law

Recently worked with MR. Would answer questions with questions, not advice. Appeared inattentive and talked about non-relevant issues (at $400/hr); talked about law statutes that were not relevant to case. Offered "comprehensive services" but lots of exceptions. Contract confusing and appeared self-...serving (and I have some experience with contracts.) Office has lots of "show" but I didn't stay around long enough to find out if he was a good attorney or simply a good businessman.

Posted by Josh | July 09, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Only the best

My name is Josh b at one point I was looking at at least 5 mm and a felony with a strike Mr.Rooney was able to reduce it to 2 mm and I was free in less than 2 weeks.He saved my ass! I would recommend his firm to anyone who wants the best.My family thanks you.

Posted by janette | March 17, 2014 | DUI & DWI

IF YOU WANT THE BEST DEFENSE ATTORNEY MICHAEL ROONEY IS YOUR GUY

I WAS SCARED TO DEATH WHEN I SEEN MR.ROONEY, BUT I WAS PUT AT EASE, I WAS FACING MY 3rd DUI FOR PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS, SOME HOW I FELT SAFE WITH HIM ON MY SIDE TRYING AND DOING HIS VERY BEST. HE HAD THIS WAY TO CALM YOU, I WAS VERY SICK PHYSICALLY AND MY DAUGHTER HAD JUST PAST. I WAS A MESS, BUT H...E WAS THERE TO MAKE SURE I WAS ALRIGHT. I WAS RELIEVED WITH MY SENTENCE, IT COULD HAVE BEEN VERY VERY BAD..

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Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 18

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"I endorse this lawyer. He works very hard for his clients and is well-prepared and reliable."

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2006

Criminal Defense Attorney of the Year, Chico News and Review

2000

Best Jury Trial Attorney, Amador County

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Owner/ Supervising Litigation Attorney, Rooney Law Firm

1999 - 2001

Chief Public Defender, John A. Barker & Associates, Jackson, California Amador County

Associations

Butte Bar Association

Member

California Real Estate

Broker

California Attorneys

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Drug Posession

The client walked out of court with our attorney.

Weapon and ammunition possession

All charges were dismissed and gun rights returned.

Personal Injury

The client received TRIPLE her recovery amount even after paying off all of her medical and legal costs.

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Education

1979

California State University, Chico

Ba - Arts, English

Languages

English

Spanish

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