Riverside Criminal Defense Attorney John L. Michels

I can’t express the amount of gratitude I have for John. The last two years have been rough to say the least. When I started this process I was terrified because this is my first time ever having any legal trouble. John told me from the beginning that this wasn’t going to be easy but he will walk me through this every step of the way and he did just that.

I was facing multiple years in jail, and I wasn’t hopeful until John. John had a plan for me and with following each step, we had incredible results. John fought for these two years for me and always kept great communication, was honest, and always showed up. If I needed anything or if I had a question, I could reach him and his team at any time, which gave me the most peace. John is one of those lawyers that say, they will fight for you and actually will! I’m still so in shocked with the outcome of no jail time, it is just incredible! John is absolutely worth putting all your trust into. I couldn’t be more grateful for all of him and his team’s efforts. If you need any legal advice or thinking of hiring John, please do. 10000/10 recommended.

Again I couldn’t say it enough, thank you so very much John! Thank you for believing in me and being such a great advocate for me. God bless you!

Im trying my best to get a hold of you. You reviews are awesome and I hope I get a hold of you. My family needs the help

I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your dedication, compassion, and professionalism throughout my case. From the very beginning, you were kind, straightforward, and genuine -- you didn't sugarcoat anything, but you always took the time to truly listen and guide me through one of the most difficult times in my life.
Your knowledge, patience, and persistence gave me hope when I felt lost, and your commitment to justice reminded me that I wasn't alone in this process. You not only represented me with skill, but you also encouraged me to grow, invest in my sobriety, and believe in the possibility of a better future.
I truly appreciate how you handled my case with both strength and understanding, balancing your legal expertise with genuine humanity.
Because of your hard work and support, I've been able to find peace, clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose. Thank you for standing by me, believing in me, and helping me take steps toward healing and restoration. I will always be grateful for the difference you've made in my life.

I cannot say enough positive things about my experience working with Attorney John Michales. This was my first run-in with the law, and I was overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of what to expect. I am so glad I made the decision to hire John — he guided me through every step with clarity, reassurance, and genuine care.

From the beginning, he was incredibly helpful, patient, and diligent. He never took the easy way out or pushed me into a quick plea. Instead, he fought hard for me at every stage to achieve the best possible outcome. The mitigation steps he advised me to take were essential in building a strong, thorough package that ultimately played a major role in getting my charge reduced.

I also want to acknowledge his staff, especially Daniel, the paralegal. Daniel was incredibly helpful, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire process. Their teamwork made a stressful situation feel manageable, and I always felt like I had a dedicated team behind me.

My case was complicated and took longer than expected, but John’s fees remained fair and transparent the entire time. He never tried to increase the cost or take advantage of the situation — something I deeply respect and appreciate.

Because of John’s advocacy, strategy, and the work we did together, my original felony charge was reduced to a misdemeanor, and I received only the statutory minimum probation. The outcome was far better than I ever expected, and it would not have been possible without John and his team.

If you need an attorney who truly cares about his clients, knows the law, and will fight for you with integrity, I highly recommend John Michales. He made a real difference in my life.

-Teddy

Attorney John kept my son Chris out of jail and very serious felony charges dismissed. Thank you John and Daniel for all your hard work and expertise. Our entire family is truly grateful

Attorney John Michels saved my husband from a serious Felony. We can't thank John enough! This Attorney came highly recommended by our neighbor. A retired Judge. Bottom line. This Attorney gets the job done ✅

I'm eternally grateful for Attorney John Michels and his Excellent Team. John gave me the second chance that I desperately needed. Now my family and I can continue moving forward. I highly recommend this Attorney. Don't wait. Get this guy now! Thank you John

John Michels and his staff were just what we needed during one of the more stressful times of our lives. After meeting with John we were impressed with his credentials and years of experience so we placed our trust in him and it paid off in a big way. Felony charges were dismissed prior to our court date and we owe that to pre trial review performed by John. He advised us on steps to take and thanks to John and his staff we have a second chance on life and plan to make the most of it. We highly recommend John and his staff based on our experience and outcome.

I am still in shock of my outcome. I am incredibly, grateful for John Michels and his team. This year has been one of the roughest times of my life. This was my first time having criminal legal issues and I am so thankful that I found Mr. Michels. Communication was great, I never felt alone throughout my process, all of my questions were answered. I know that my decision to hire Mr. Michels was hands down the best and most important decision I have made. His advice in handling my case gave me the best option that I could have wanted, given my situation. I am forever grateful

Courteous and professional. Worth every penny. I would refer John to friends and family, and I even got his number on speed dial 👍