Michael & Associates
Criminal Defense | Serving Pasadena, CA
512-547-6978Michael & Associates, a local Criminal Defense firm with years of experience helping clients in the Pasadena, California area.
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The Austin, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer that Cares
Charged with DWI, possession of a controlled substance, or any other felony or misdemeanor? Michael & Associates will fight to get you the best outcome possible.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with the following:
- Criminal Defense
Call 512-547-6978 today to arrange your free initial consultation.
Attorney Ben Michael
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- Loyola Law School
- University of Florida
- Major: Political Science
Attorney Andromeda Vega Rubio
Bar Admissions:
- Texas, 2019
Education:
- Baylor Law School, 2019
- Johns Hopkins University
- Masters degree
- Major: Biotechnology
- University of Maryland University College, 2014
- Bachelor of Arts
- Honors: cum laude
- Major: Psychology
Languages Spoken:
- English
- Spanish
- German
Attorney Matthew Pospisil
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- South Texas College of Law
- Sam Houston State University
Attorney Joseph Deeb
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- St. Mary's University
- Florida State University
Attorney James Fletcher
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- South Texas College of Law
- Baylor University
Attorney Dan Dworin
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
- United States District Court for the Western and Eastern Districts of Texas
Education:
- University of Texas School of Law, 1995
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- Criminal Justice Section of the Austin Bar Association
- Austin Chapter President of the Federal Bar Association
Attorney Dax Garvin
Bar Admissions:
- Texas, 2002
Education:
- Texas Tech University
- Austin College
Attorney Holly Fox
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- Texas Tech School of Law
- Baylor University
- Honors: With Honors
Attorney Thomas Murphree
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- Texas A&M University School of Law
- Texas Tech University
- Major: Political Science
Attorney Nelson Knight
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- South Texas College of Law
- Texas A&M University
Attorney Clifford Duke
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- Gonzaga University, 2004
- Juris Doctorate
- Gonzaga University
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Director
- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Project (CDLP), Board Member
Attorney RC Pate
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- University of Houston
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- DUI Defense Lawyers Association , Founding Member
- Texas DWI Lawyers Association, Member
- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association , Member
Attorney Charles Pelowski
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- Texas Tech University
- Texas Tech University
Attorney Zach Redington
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- University of Texas School of Law
- Wake Forest University
- Bachelor of Arts degree
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Ellis County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (ECCDLA), Former President
Attorney Brett Landriault
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- South Texas College of Law
- Texas A&M University
Attorney Chris Denuna
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- Charlotte School of Law, 2014
- Juris Doctorate
- Honors: Dean's List 2013 and 2014
- University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- Bachelor’s degree
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- National College of DUI Defense, Member
- DUI Defense Lawyers Association, Member
- American Bar Association, Member
- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Member
- Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association, Member
- Houston Bar Association, Member
- Texas Young Lawyers Association, Member
Attorney Tommy Stolhandske
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- St. Mary's University School of Law
- Texas Lutheran University
Attorney Cole Nettles
- Texas
Education:
- St. Mary's University School of Law
- University of Texas at San Antonio
Attorney Kaytlyn Knowles
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- South Texas College of Law
- Texas Christian University
- Honors: magna cum laude
Attorney Michael Garcia
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- Baylor University, 2006
- Juris Doctorate
- Texas Wesleyan University
- Bachelor of Science degree
- Honors: summa cum laude
- Major: Psychology
Attorney Steven Baker
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- Texas Tech University
Attorney Robert Keating
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- SMU Dedman School of Law
- Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Attorney Monica Khirallah
Bar Admissions:
- Texas, 2011
Education:
- Ave Maria School of Law, 2011
- Juris Doctor
- The University of Dallas
Languages Spoken:
- English
- Spanish
Attorney Audrey Kelly
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Attorney Carla M. F. Camarero
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- Cooley Law School
- Florida Atlantic University
Attorney Todd Rash
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
Education:
- Texas A&M University School of Law
- Doctorate degree in law
- University of Texas at Dallas
Attorney Kim Samman
Bar Admissions:
- Texas
- United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas
Education:
- University of Houston Law Center
- J.D.
- University of Texas at Tyler
- Honors: magna cum laude
- Major: Criminal Justice
Attorney Thomas Ross
Bar Admissions:
- Texas, 2012
- Tennessee
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Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Benjamin E. Michael
This attorney practices in Texas and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Criminal Defense | Since 2025 |
| DUI | Since 2025 |
Steven "Steve" Baker
This attorney practices in Texas and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Criminal Defense | Since 2022 |