Our Attorneys

You won't find any baby lawyers at Michael & Associates. We only hire seasoned defense attorneys with a track record of excellence. Every attorney goes through several hours of rigorous screening, interviewing and reference checks. Our goal is to hire the top lawyers so that you get the best outcome possible.

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Charles Pelowski

Charles Pelowski

Board Certified in Criminal Law, Charles Pelowski is a former public defender and Super Lawyers honoree with 15+ years of experience handling cases from DWI to murder, trusted for his trial experience and exacting defense strategy.

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Lori Botello

Lori Botello

Lori is a seasoned Texas trial attorney and former magistrate judge dedicated to criminal defense, known for her experience from DWI to Capital Murder and her passion for protecting clients’ rights.

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Brett Landriault

Brett Landriault

Brett began his career at the Galveston County DA’s Office before moving to criminal defense. His insight from both sides helps him anticipate prosecutors and build strong counter-arguments.

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Dan Krause

Dan Krause

Dan’s passion for criminal defense comes from his drive to help those unfairly targeted by the State. He believes clients should be informed and involved at every step of the process.

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Ben Friedman

Ben Friedman

Ben is a native Houstonian who spent over six years as an Assistant Public Defender in Harris County. He has successfully secured numerous dismissals and acquittals in cases involving DWI, drug possession, assault, sexual assault, and murder.

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Michael Derrick

Michael Derrick

Michael is an accomplished attorney with a robust foundation in negotiation and advocacy. Since earning his Juris Doctor from Washington University School of Law, he has built a career marked by precision, leadership, and commitment to client success.

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Kim Samman

Kim Samman

Kim has 20+ years defending clients in Texas criminal courts and extensive trial training with renowned attorney Gerry Spence at the Trial Lawyers College Regional Seminar in Colorado.

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