
Michael & Associates is setting a new standard for criminal defense in California. Building on our exceptional success in Texas, we are expanding to the West Coast—bringing our proven approach of innovation, operational efficiency, and elite client service to San Francisco and beyond.
Our mission is ambitious: within three years, we aim to become the nation’s largest and most effective criminal defense firm, while cultivating a culture where attorneys thrive both personally and professionally, and every client receives world-class advocacy and true white-glove service.
We're redefining the traditional defense firm model by combining exceptional legal representation with innovative technology. Through digital marketing, automation, and data-driven decision-making, we're expanding our reach, improving the client experience, and building a modern, forward-thinking law firm.
We are seeking an experienced Trial Attorney who has a strong reputation in San Francisco's criminal courts—someone who commands respect in the courtroom, communicates effectively with juries, and is deeply committed to defending the rights of the accused.
In this position, you will oversee intricate criminal cases from arraignment to trial, backed by a skilled team of attorneys, investigators, and support personnel. This is a unique opportunity to significantly influence the future of criminal defense in California.
Join us at the ground level and help shape something extraordinary. Your role goes beyond routine tasks—you’ll have a tangible impact from day one.
We offer advancement opportunities that are rare in criminal defense. Whether your goal is to lead, sharpen trial skills, or mentor others, your career path is clear and achievable.
We leverage technology, efficiency, and continuous improvement not as buzzwords, but as tools to help you focus on what matters most: serving your clients exceptionally well.
Collaboration is at the heart of every case. Our attorneys challenge, support, and elevate one another to achieve the highest standards of legal excellence.
Guide clients through their most difficult moments and deliver results that truly matter. Our firm is recognized for combining zealous advocacy with empathy and professionalism.
Pay: $160,000 - $200,000 per year

At Michael & Associates, we're committed to recruiting the top 10% of criminal defense lawyers in the General Texas Area who embody our core value of Zealous Advocacy. Our team comprises seasoned professionals with diverse backgrounds, including trial lawyers, former prosecutors, and expert negotiators, ensuring unparalleled legal representation for our clients. When you choose Michael & Associates, you gain access to our entire firm's expertise, not just an individual lawyer-client relationship.
Setting a new standard in the field of criminal defense, Michael & Associates aims to emerge as the largest firm in Texas within the next three years, fostering an environment that fosters both personal and professional growth for our attorneys. What sets us apart? We're pioneers in areas such as digital marketing, process automation, and innovative hiring practices, elevating the client experience to unprecedented levels while striving to become one of the nation's leading criminal defense firms.
Since our establishment in Texas, our firm has experienced overwhelming demand. We cover ALL MAJOR TEXAS MARKETS! So if you're an experienced defense attorney and seek to be part of a groundbreaking initiative, we have the opportunity that may be perfect for you.