Our criminal defense team is backed by over 400 years of combined legal experience. Our attorneys are dedicated to criminal defense, but many also have experience working as former prosecutors, judges, and law enforcement.

If you’re facing a criminal charge, your future is at stake. You deserve the best possible legal representation. Michael & Associates is committed to providing customized, client-forward criminal defense services in Dallas. We know this is a challenging time for you, so we’re committed to returning all texts and phone calls on the same business day. 

While we could use this space to boast about our attorneys’ awards and accolades (and they have plenty), we believe that experience matters most when it comes to your case. Most of our Dallas teammates were born and raised in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and one is a former prosecutor with the Dallas County District Attorney’s office. Together, they have over 65 years of combined legal experience and have handled over 1,500 criminal defense cases.

We know what it takes to get you the best possible case outcome, and we have the track record to prove it, with a success rate of almost 95%.

Our No. 1 goal is a dismissal. Let us work to protect your rights and freedom. 

Arrested in Dallas? Here’s Why You Need an Experienced Defense Attorney 

Dallas County courts can be unpredictable, and every court has its own rules, prosecutors, and pressure points. You need someone who knows how to work within that system and win.

We serve Dallas, but our attorneys handle cases in Collin, Denton, Tarrant, Rockwall, Kaufman, and Ellis Counties.

A criminal conviction could mean life-altering consequences, including:

• Jail time
• Expensive fines
• Probation
• Loss of gun rights
• Inability to rent an apartment or loans
• Revocation of professional licenses
• Difficulties securing a job

What Are the Collateral Consequences of a Criminal Conviction?

Pleading guilty or no contest might seem like a simple way to avoid jail. However, any criminal conviction will damage you in ways you might not initially consider. A conviction could:

• Cause you to lose child custody or visitation rights
• Cost you your job or professional license
• Damage your reputation within the community (for example, if you’re required to register as a sex offender)
• Prevent you from renting an apartment or getting a loan to buy a house

When developing a customized strategy for your case, we will review every possible consequence of a conviction. Our Dallas team knows the key players in the Lew Sterrett Justice Center, the Frank Crowley Courthouse, and the surrounding counties. One previously served as President of the Ellis County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.

But when you hire us, you aren’t just getting the Dallas team. We have teams across the state and meet each day to review case strategies. You’ll get the full force of our entire staff, which includes a former judge, three DWI scientists, and even an ex-FBI agent. These experiences give us insider knowledge of how the prosecutors will approach your case. We leverage this expertise to get you the best possible case outcome. 

Our Process: What Happens When You Call Us

We know making a phone call can be intimidating. We’ve optimized our processes to make our consultation calls simple.

Free consultation: Speak with an intake specialist who gathers the facts and gets your paperwork moving. There’s no commitment.

Talk to an attorney ASAP: One of our experienced Dallas criminal lawyers will contact you to discuss legal options.

We get to work immediately: From day one, we can help with bond, jail release (even at night), and pretrial negotiations.

Your defense strategy begins: We build a customized plan that exposes weaknesses in the prosecution’s case.

Cases We Handle in Dallas

DWI and DUI: We’ve had hundreds of DWI charges dismissed. Our Certified DWI Scientists understand breath and blood testing better than most prosecutors.

We can handle:

• First DWIs
• Second or Third DWIs
• Boating while under the influence
• DUI for minors
• Intoxication manslaughter

Drug charges: From marijuana to fentanyl, we fight all drug charges — possession, manufacturing, or trafficking.

Felony charges: Texas law defines 1,000+ felony offenses. We fight for dismissal, reduction, or acquittal — whatever it takes.

Misdemeanors: Don’t underestimate a misdemeanor. Jail, probation, and fines are all possible. We handle all levels—Class A, B, and C.

Assault and domestic violence: Assault charges can be life-changing. We defend against all types, including domestic/family violence. If charges stem from a misunderstanding, we’ll work to get them dropped.

Probation violations: Facing revocation? We’ve helped many clients keep their freedom and avoid serving complete sentences.

Homicide: From negligent homicide to capital murder, we handle it all. These cases require experience, time, and total dedication — don’t trust your life to an overworked public defender.

Theft and white-collar crimes: Shoplifting, embezzlement, fraud, bad checks—we fight all theft-related charges and challenge the prosecution’s evidence.

Other Charges We Handle:

• Trespassing
• Burglary
• Evading arrest
• Harassment
• Terroristic threats
• Weapons charges
• Traffic violations

Public Defender vs. Private Criminal Defense Attorney: What’s the Difference?

Public defenders are often overloaded and under-resourced. Many lack trial experience or the time to dig into the details of your case.

At Michael & Associates, you aren’t just hiring a single attorney. You’re hiring our entire team. We take the time to listen to your side of the story and will investigate every possible aspect. We will give your case the attention, preparation, and aggressive strategy it deserves. And we keep you involved. We check in regularly, and won’t pressure you to take a deal just to close your case. If you want to go to trial, we’re 100% willing to make that happen. You make the final decisions on how to proceed.

Additionally, you need an attorney you trust. You need to feel comfortable providing confidential information. It will ultimately affect your case if you don’t feel comfortable having these conversations with your lawyer.

When your freedom is at stake, don’t settle.

Our Goal: Get You Back to Your Life

We know how stressful it can be to face criminal charges. That’s why we focus on more than just legal results — we care about your future.

• We’ll keep you informed at every step.
• We’ll fight for dismissal or the most favorable outcome.
• We’ll treat you like a person, not a case number.

Let us fight for your future. You are innocent unless proven guilty, and we’ll do everything possible to make your case.

Address: 6301 Gaston Ave., Suite 1524, Dallas, Texas 75214

Phone: (214) 253-4143

We have offices across Texas and are ready to help 24 hours a day.