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About Michael & Associates, Attorneys At Law

Overview

  • Lawyers: 24
  • Specialty Certifications: 1
    • 1 lawyer are board certified across 1 area of specialty
  • Areas of Specialty: 1
  • Website: zealousadvocate.com
  • Principle Office: Austin, TX
  • Practice Areas: Criminal Defense  View More

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Firm Description

Michael & Associates is a leading Texas criminal defense and DWI law firm dedicated to protecting the rights and futures of individuals facing serious criminal charges throughout the state. With offices serving clients across Texas, the firm handles a wide range of criminal matters, including DWI and DUI offenses, assault and domestic violence cases, drug crimes, theft charges, white-collar offenses, and other misdemeanor and felony allegations. The firm is known for delivering aggressive defense strategies combined with personalized client service and responsive legal guidance.

Founded by experienced trial attorney Ben Michael, the firm has built a strong reputation for hard-hitting courtroom advocacy, meticulous case preparation, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for every client. The attorneys at Michael & Associates bring decades of combined experience to complex criminal defense matters and are recognized for their strategic litigation skills, deep knowledge of Texas criminal law, and dedication to protecting constitutional rights throughout every stage of the legal process.

At Michael & Associates, clients receive compassionate support, honest communication, and dedicated representation tailored to their unique circumstances. The firm prides itself on providing “white glove” service while aggressively defending clients against life-changing criminal allegations and helping them move forward with confidence. 


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Credentials - Michael & Associates, Attorneys At Law

Bar Licenses

Texas State Bar

Texas

24 Members in Good Standing
Daniel Dworin (1995) - Richard Knight (1998) - Paul Vasquez (2002) - Dax Garvin (2002) - Janie Martin (2002) - Clifford Duke (2004) - View All

Tennessee State Bar

Tennessee

1 Members in Good Standing
Thomas Ross (2026)

Specialty Certifications

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Criminal Law

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

1 Board Certified Specialist in Criminal Law:
  • Daniel W Dworin - 2004

Associations


DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Robert Pate

Founding Member

National College for DUI Defense

Benjamin Michael

General Member

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Benjamin Michael

Member

Austin Chamber

Benjamin Michael

Member

Fort Worth Chamber

Benjamin Michael

Member

Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Benjamin Michael

Member

Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Benjamin Michael

Member

Georgetown Chamber of Commerce

Benjamin Michael

Member

Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Benjamin Michael

Member

Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce

Benjamin Michael

Member

Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce

Benjamin Michael

Member

Houston East End Chamber of Commerce

Benjamin Michael

Member

Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce

Benjamin Michael

Member

Houston West Chamber of Commerce

Benjamin Michael

Member

North Dallas Chamber of Commerce

Benjamin Michael

Member

North San Antonio Chamber

Benjamin Michael

Member

Oak Cliff Chamber

Benjamin Michael

Member

San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Benjamin Michael

Member

South East Dallas Chamber of Commerce

Benjamin Michael

Member

South Texas Business Partnership

Benjamin Michael

Member

West Austin Chamber of Commerce

Benjamin Michael

Member

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Awards & Honors

Best Law Firm - 2026
American Institute of Trial Lawyers

Benjamin Michael


Criminal Defense - 2026
Elite Lawyers

Benjamin Michael


Top 10 Attorney - 2026
American Association of Attorney Advocates

Benjamin Michael


Top 10 Under 40 Attorney - 2026
American Association of Attorney Advocates

Benjamin Michael


Top 100 - 2026
American Academy of Attorneys

Benjamin Michael


Top 40 Under 40 - 2026
American Academy of Attorneys

Benjamin Michael


Top Criminal Defense Attorney - 2026
American Association of Attorney Advocates

Benjamin Michael


Top Criminal Defense Law Firm - 2026
American Association of Attorney Advocates

Benjamin Michael


Top Law Firm - 2026
American Institute of Legal Advocates

Benjamin Michael


Top Lawyer - 2026
American Institute of Legal Advocates

Benjamin Michael


10 Best Attorney - 2022
American Institute of DUI / DWI attorneys

Benjamin Michael


Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney - 2022
Attorney and Practice Magazine

Benjamin Michael


American Chemical Society, Chemistry and the Law Division
ACS-CHAL Lawyer-Scientist - 2021
American Chemical Society,
Chemistry and the Law Division

James Fletcher


Rising Star - 2018
American Institute of Legal Advocates

Benjamin Michael


Top 40 Under 40 - 2018
American Academy of Attorneys

Benjamin Michael


American Chemical Society, Chemistry and the Law Division
ACS-CHAL Lawyer-Scientist - 2015
American Chemical Society,
Chemistry and the Law Division

Robert Pate


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Media - Michael & Associates, Attorneys At Law

Videos

Why Your Lawyer Can't Be Afraid of Trial

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Practice - Michael & Associates, Attorneys At Law

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense

  • DUI / DWI

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Contact - Michael & Associates, Attorneys At Law

Locations

Michael & Associates, Attorneys At Law
500 W 2nd St
Ste 1900
Austin, TX 78701
Office: 512-729-1720

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