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Ben Michael
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Ben Michael

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150 reviews

500 W 2nd Street, Suite 1900, Austin, TX 78701

Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, Domestic Violence & Neglect and 2 more

About Ben Michael

Ben Michael is the founder and Managing Partner of Michael & Associates, and has nearly a decade of experience in criminal defense here in Austin, TX. He is an experienced criminal defense attorney who has spent nearly a decade helping those accused of crimes achieve the best possible outcome. He has successfully defended hundreds of clients, handling all sorts of legal issues, including DWI, assault, domestic violence, sex crimes, possession of controlled substances, expungement cases, and felony cases.

Ben originally studied political science at the University of Florida and subsequently attended Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. During law school, he clerked at a number of law firms, gaining experience in a variety of areas, including personal injury, civil rights, wrongful death, and litigation. After passing the bar, Ben decided to dedicate his life to defending those accused of criminal charges and eventually became a partner at another Austin-area defense firm. Over the course of his career in Austin, he quickly became known as 'Mr. Dismissal' around the courtroom, often seemingly able to get charges dismissed that had no hope.

Ben left to start the law office Michael & Associates in order to provide a high level of client service, trustworthy legal advice, and, most importantly, zealous defense for those in the Austin area.

Awards

American Academy of Attorneys Top 100 (2026)

American Academy of Attorneys Top 40 Under 40 (2026)

American Association of Attorney Advocates Top 10 Attorney (2026)

American Association of Attorney Advocates Top 10 Law Firm (2026

American Association of Attorney Advocates Top 10 Under 40 Attorney (2026)

American Institute 10 Best Law Firm (2026)

American Institute of Legal Advocates Top Law Firm (2026)

American Institute of Legal Advocates Top Lawyer (2026)

American Institute of Trial Lawyers Best Law Firm (2026)

America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys (2026)

Elite Lawyer Criminal Defense (2026)Lawyer Legion recognized for Professional Involvement (2026)

 

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May 06, 2025
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defintely recommend this firm. They did a great job with my case, kept me in the loop every step and really fought to get the best result possible. Communication was really good and they made a super stressful situation feel a lot easier to deal with. I really appreciate all the hard work and knowlege they brought to the table. When they gave me my initial plea offer I was ready to take it but they said no way are we taking this we can do much better. When the final deal came I could not believe it. Thank you Michael and Associates!

 
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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 1
    • DUI/DWI
  • Other 4
    • Criminal Defense
    • Domestic Violence & Neglect
    • Drug Violations
    • Sex Offenses

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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2013, Texas
    Memberships
    National College of DUI Defense Lawyers (2026)The National Trial Lawyers (2026)
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Loyola Law School Los Angeles
    Class of 2013
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Florida

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    Ben Michael was admitted in 2013 to the State of Texas.
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